Karl Lagerfeld is designing two prêt-à-porter collections, two couture shows, the métiers d’arts (don’t forget) for CHANEL, his collections in collaboration with Sylvia Fendi and also his own line KL, oh and Choupette’s cosmetic line. I’m getting tired just writing it all down. The man deserves a few down days. How does he spend them? Well, like this.
Casual à la King Karl
Location, location
St. Tropez, chérie. He only stops by for a few days, but rents the villa at La Réserve Ramatuelle all year round. They cater for him and close the spa and gym to everyone else if he wants, so he can stretch in total privacy.
Dress-code
Summer for Lord Lagerfeld means white shoes and a cheerful trouser. Otherwise true to his uniform: even in 35 degrees, he prefers a high collar and leather gloves. “I love traveling, but hate vacations”, he said. “I’d rather work.” Thus the reason for the work outfit.
Good to know
Karl is sometimes seen, during his whirlwind trips to St. Trop, in all his ornate glory on board the Pacha III, which is the yacht belonging to his besty Princess Caroline. Looking like he is unintentionally channeling the ‘Grandpa of Captain Jack Sparrow’ while his tie flaps around in the breeze.
