World renowned fashion designer, Karl Lagerfield has died at age 85 following rumours of ill-health since January when he missed a Chanel show in Paris.

One of the most influential designers of modern times, tributes from other designers and celebrities have started spreading over the internet.

Lagerfield is credited with helping make Paris the fashion capital of the world by reinventing Chanel and taking it from a small fashion house to a global industry leader.