Celebs Pay Tribute to Karl Lagerfeld
The fashion world is in mourning over the news of Karl Lagerfeld's death. Following reports on Tuesday, February 19, that the legendary designer and creative director for both Chanel and Fendi had passed away in Paris at the age of 85, several celebrities took to social media to remember the iconic fashion powerhouse. Click through to read some of the reactions so far. (Photos via Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images + Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for V Magazine + Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
Diane Kruger: "Karl.....I cannot tell you how much you meant to me and how much I will miss you," Kruger captioned a photo of Lagerfeld. "I will never forget your kindness towards me, your laughs, your imagination. I came to France to see you this week and introduce you to my daughter...I'm heartbroken I was too late. Rest in peace, I adore you." (Photo via Ted Aljibe/AFP/Getty Images)
Victoria Beckham: "So incredibly sad to hear this," Victoria Beckham captioned a black-and-white photo of the iconic designer. "Karl was a genius and always so kind and generous to me both personally and professionally." (Photo via Samir Hussein/Getty Images for International Herald Tribune)
Iman: Supermodel Iman tweeted that Lagerfeld's death marked the "end of an era." (Photo via Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
Lily Allen: "You made me feel like a princess," singer Lily Allen captioned a photo with the designer on Twitter. "I never quite understood what you saw in me but I am forever grateful for the support that you and Chanel have given me over the last 15 years. Rest in peace, Karl, you were a true genius and will be missed, so much." (Photo via Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images)
Donatella Versace: "Karl, your genius touched the lives of so many, especially Gianni and I," fellow designer Donatella Versace wrote. "We will never forget your incredible talent and endless inspiration. We were always learning from you." (Photo via Billy Farrell/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
Florence Welch: The Florence and the Machine singer had worked with Lagerfeld several times over the years. She posted a sweet note along with a photo of the two on the Chanel runway together. "Thank you for everything, Karl," she tweeted. (Photo via Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
Gigi Hadid: "I'm so heartbroken I almost don't have words," Gigi Hadid wrote on Instagram Stories. "There will never be another Karl Lagerfeld. Every second with you was an honor, joy, and inspiration. I wish I could give you one last hug. I love you Karl. Thank you for everything. Rest in peace." (Photo via Estrop/Getty Images)
Bella Hadid: Bella Hadid reposted her sister Gigi's Instagram Story and also added her own tribute in a separate post. "Nothing feels right today," she wrote. "At a loss for words and so heartbroken by the loss of Karl. His humor, wit, love, and passion for fashion will live on forever. Thank you for the inspiration that you gave to this world and for all of the hearts that you touched in the process. Every time I saw you it felt like the first time and I will miss your hugs so much. I feel so lucky to have been in your presence. Sending my love to the Lagerfeld family and to all closest to him. I am so sorry. We all love you so much." (Photo via Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for V Magazine)
Alexa Chung: TV host and model Alexa Chung shared some of her earliest memories of working with the designer. "I remember being so scared to interview you and yet you were in fact incredibly witty and generous," she captioned a photo with Lagerfeld on Instagram. "Thank you for inviting me to some of the most glamorous experiences of my life, it was an honour to know you. Oh yeah and thanks for the dry shampoo tip, will always think of you as I powder my wig." (Photo via Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images)
Lindsay Lohan: "My heart is broken," Lohan captioned an Instagram photo of herself with Lagerfeld. "Thank you for everything x" (Photo via Jemal Countess/WireImage for Nadine Johnson Inc)