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    He said what? 25 of Karl Lagerfeld’s most memorable quotes

    The outspoken designer had an opinion on everything; from children and Pippa Middleton to tattoos and Coco Chanel, there wasn't a topic that escaped his cutting wit...

    By Becky Freeth
    Published 19 February 2019 In News

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    The outspoken designer had an opinion on everything; from children and Pippa Middleton to tattoos and Coco Chanel, there wasn't a topic that escaped his cutting wit...

    One of fashion's greatest ever icons, Karl Lagerfeld has sadly died at the age of 85. Below we take a look back at some of the most memorable (and infamous) quotes from the legend himself.

    On his expensive taste

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    On his feelings after a fashion show

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    On his motivation to lose weight

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On love

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On the use of fur in fashion

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On political correctness

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    On never letting appearances slip

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    On Coco Chanel

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his infamous sunglasses

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On not wanting children

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his iconic style

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On listening to other people

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    On jogging bottoms

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his cat, Choupette

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On fashion designers being too busy

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    On tattoos

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his diet and weight loss

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his humility

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his winning formula

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his ambition

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On his fashion staple

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On short, unattractive people

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On making excuses for bad style

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On the Middleton sisters

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    Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
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    On retirement

    We're certain the Lagerfeld legacy will never be forgotten.

     

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