Karl Lagerfeld

Karl Lagerfeld

Karl Lagerfeld kicked things off in style in Venice on Friday, despite starting the Chanel 2010 Cruise show two hours late.

The creative head of Chanel decided to delay proceedings because he wanted to wait to sunset, and reportedly made fashion ed's perch on deck chairs in the sand as well! How fabulous.

However, he seems to be getting quite fond of showing up late to events, as he rocked up two hours late for a dinner in his honour the previous evening, only to be awarded a standing ovation for his efforts!

Clearly the fashion pack are prepared to forgive anything, as according to Fashionologie some editors were left fighting the onslaught of sand in high-heels to view the show.

While the setting was perfect, would the fashion deliver? Of course it would, this is Chanel after all! All models wore Marchesa Casat-inspired wigs and makeup, and gave us a spectacular 30s themed show.

Not only that, but all guests in attendance were lucky enough to go home with a Chanel beach towel at the end. Lucky sods!


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