The German-born designer, who was the creative director of Chanel, was one of fashion’s most iconic and influential figures.

Famed for his omnipresent dark sunglasses, white ponytail and black leather gloves, the enigmatic Lagerfeld was arguably the most prolific designer of the modern age.

He died on February 19, French magazine Closer reports.

The famous workaholic was busy right up until the end. He missed two of Chanel’s haute couture shows in Paris on January 22, but the fashion company only said at the time he was feeling tired.

Born in Hamburg in 1933, Lagerfeld was inspired to go into fashion when he accompanied his mother to a Dior fashion show as a child.

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