The fashion world pay tribute to Karl Lagerfeld after news of his death

As news spread of the Chanel designer's death, fans, celebrities and his fellow designers have honoured the man they deem an "iconic" and an "inspiration".

Fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld has died at the age of 85, according to French media reports.

Lagerfeld spent over 30 years as creative director of the French luxury fashion house Chanel, as part of his seven-decade career as one of fashion's most iconic figures.