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...

Karl Lagerfeld quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

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

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his feelings after a fashion show

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his motivation to lose weight

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On love

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On the use of fur in fashion

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On political correctness

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On never letting appearances slip

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On Coco Chanel

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his infamous sunglasses

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On not wanting children

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his iconic style

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On listening to other people

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On jogging bottoms

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his cat, Choupette

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On fashion designers being too busy

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On tattoos

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his diet and weight loss

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his humility

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his winning formula

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his ambition

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On his fashion staple

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On short, unattractive people

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On making excuses for bad style

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On the Middleton sisters

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes

Karl Lagerfeld Quotes
(Image credit: Rex Features)

On retirement

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