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...

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Becky Freeth
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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
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On love
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On the use of fur in fashion
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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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On his infamous sunglasses
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On not wanting children
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On his iconic style
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On listening to other people
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On jogging bottoms
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On his cat, Choupette
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On fashion designers being too busy
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On tattoos
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On his diet and weight loss
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On his humility
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On his winning formula
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On his ambition
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On his fashion staple
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On short, unattractive people
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On making excuses for bad style
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On the Middleton sisters
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On retirement
We're certain the Lagerfeld legacy will never be forgotten.
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