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Karl Lagerfeld's Life in Photos

RIP

The legendary fashion designer died at the age of 85 on February 19. Here, a look back at his prolific career spanning six decades.

Elizabeth Hunt Brockway

Senior Photo Editor

Published Feb. 19, 2019 4:57PM ET 

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In 1954, a 21-year-old Lagerfeld posed next to his first prize-winning coat at the Fashion Design Competition in Paris. The award earned him a spot as assistant to Pierre Balmain.

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