Main image via Hollywood Reporter

Image via Hollywood Reporter

The world famous German designer, Karl Lagerfeld has died at the age of 85, following a short illness on Tuesday. The sudden news left many celebrities grieving upon his demise.

Many of the fashion industry heavyweights, including Italian designer Donatella Versace, paid heartfelt tributes to the iconic designer, who was best known for his association with the French luxury label, Chanel.

Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine said that the world lost “a giant among men” and that speaks volumes about his credibility.

 

 

 

 

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🕯Today, at the age of 85, Karl Lagerfeld, one of the most legendary designers of the 20th and 21st centuries, has died. Below, Condé Nast Artistic Director and Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour remembers Chanel’s creative director and her longtime friend. . 🕯“Today the world lost a giant among men. Karl was so much more than our greatest and most prolific designer—his creative genius was breathtaking and to be his friend was an exceptional gift. Karl was brilliant, he was wicked, he was funny, he was generous beyond measure, and he was deeply kind. I will miss him so very much.” . . #annawintour #karllagerfeld

A post shared by Anna Wintour (@wintourworld) on Feb 19, 2019 at 10:48am PST

 

 

 

 

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Karl your genius touched the lives of so many, especially Gianni and I. We will never forget your incredible talent and endless inspiration. We were always learning from you.

A post shared by Donatella Versace (@donatella_versace) on Feb 19, 2019 at 3:51am PST

 

 

 

 

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So incredibly sad to hear this. Karl was a genius and always so kind and generous to me both personally and professionally. RIP 💔x vb

A post shared by Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham) on Feb 19, 2019 at 4:04am PST

 

 

 

 

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My heart is broken. Thank you for everything x

A post shared by Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan) on Feb 19, 2019 at 4:59am PST

 

 

 

 

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Karl was my magic dust, he transformed me from a shy German girl into a supermodel. He taught me about fashion, style and survival in the fashion business. What Warhol was to art, he was to fashion; he is irreplaceable. He is the only person who could make black and white colourful! I will be eternally grateful to him.

A post shared by Claudia Schiffer (@claudiaschiffer) on Feb 19, 2019 at 5:57am PST

As a designer, Karl had transformed the fortunes of Chanel, turning it into one of the leading and most celebrated names in high fashion.

Other celebrities also paid tribute to him on Twitter.

The end of an era! RIP Karl Lagerfeld #KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/gU6emIyL28

— Iman Abdulmajid (@The_Real_IMAN) 19 February 2019

One of the coolest moments of my career was shooting my 1st high fashion shoot with you as the photographer. Every detail mattered to you. Thank you for the inspiration you’ve given us all. You will truly be missed. Rest In Peace Legend #KarlLagerfeld #Chanel ❤️ pic.twitter.com/1aChmoWz9a

— Ciara (@ciara) 19 February 2019

It was such a thrill and a pleasure to have met you, to have worked with you, and to have experienced the amazing times when you would photograph my girls for your beautiful campaigns. There will never be another like you, my dear friend. You will be truly missed @KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/VBuFZU9BmL

— Kris Jenner (@KrisJenner) 19 February 2019

The only thing more inspiring than #karllagerfeld’s prolific creative genius was his kind heart, generosity and irreverent spirit! His mark on the fashion industry will live on forever, his loss resonates deeply with all who had the privilege to work with him ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Mx9HQKtz20

— Karlie Kloss (@karliekloss) 19 February 2019

It may be and end of a legacy but his signature ponytail, dark glasses and his iconic designs shall always be remembered.

Info via BBC