CHANEL names Karl Lagerfeld ‘s successor

PARIS — The most powerful woman in fashion, is, now officially Virginie Viard. According to the French fashion house, Viard, is set to assume power at the top spot within Chanel — presumably making her one of the most famous names in fashion.

“Virginie Viard, Director of CHANEL’s Fashion Creation Studio and Karl Lagerfeld’s closest collaborator for more than 30 years, has been entrusted by Alain Wertheimer with the creative work for the collections, so that the legacy of Gabrielle Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld can live on,” the statement reads in part.

Earlier today it was announced that Lagerfeld passed away at the age of 85 at home in Paris.