A RENOWNED fashion designer, who muse and 'right hand woman' was a Shropshire aristocrat, has died.
Tributes have come from the fashion world and beyond to Karl Lagerfeld, artistic director of Chanel, who has died aged 85.
The German designer counted Lady Amanda Harlech – the former wife of Lord Harlech, whose family seat was Brogyntyn Hall in Oswestry – as a muse and consultant.
Fashion designer Henry Holland tweeted a quote from Lagerfeld, writing: "To design is to breathe, so if I can't breathe I'm in trouble" RIP @KarlLagerfeld"
Designer Donatella Versace posted a photograph of herself and Lagerfeld on Instagram, writing: "Karl your genius touched the lives of so many, especially Gianni and I. We will never forget your incredible talent and endless inspiration. We were always learning from you."
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