A Financial Times Book of the Year 2022A glamorous tribute to Karl LagerfeldâEUR(TM)s highly influential creations for Chanel captured behind the scenes by US Vogue photographer Robert Fairer in beautiful, never-before-seen images. Casting a new light on one of the best-loved chapters in fashion history, Karl Lagerfeld Unseen: The Chanel Years illuminates key Chanel collections and creations from behind the scenes. From discreet client fittings in rue CambonâEUR(TM)s immaculate black-and-beige salons to previously unseen backstage moments that show models, hairdressers, stylists, make-up artists and Karl Lagerfeld himself at work, Robert FairerâEUR(TM)s stunning and high-energy photographs capture the elegance, glamour and spirit that defined Karl LagerfeldâEUR(TM)s shows for Chanel. Texts by Karl LagerfeldâEUR(TM)s collaborators and friends provide a fresh perspective on his creative process and reveal the stories behind the now iconic designs. A treasure trove of inspiration, this publication will be a must-have reference for fashion and photography lovers alike, and for dedicated Chanel fans the world over.
