KENNETH IZE
Lagos takes on Paris in a radiant Karl Lagerfeld x Kenneth Ize collaboration
At last, the long-anticipated collaboration between Karl Lagerfeld and Kenneth Ize has arrived, a cross-continental dialogue in cloth that seamlessly merges Nigerian textile heritage with European tailoring codes. Rooted in patterns inspired by traditional Aso Oke (literally “cloth from the hinterland”) and crafted with fabrics sourced directly from Nigeria, the capsule collection unites the design languages of both houses while retaining their individual signatures. Lagerfeld’s iconic monochrome palette remains present, but here it is reimagined through bursts of saturated colour and graphic striping, a visual language synonymous with Ize’s work. The result is a gender-neutral ready-to-wear offering that balances precision tailoring with fluid silhouettes, moving effortlessly between structured polish and relaxed elegance. Narrow-cut trousers, sharply tailored separates, slim knitwear, and artisanal accessories sit alongside softer, more flowing pieces, allowing the collection to be styled up or down with ease.
Textile innovation sits at the core of the collaboration. Merino wool-cotton blends, silks, and Italian hemp fabrics create a tactile interplay between tradition and modernity. The line was co-designed by Karl Lagerfeld design director Hun Kim in close dialogue with Ize and curated by stylist Carine Roitfeld, resulting in a collection that feels both archival and forward-looking. Ize’s trajectory makes the partnership particularly resonant. Shortly after graduating from the University of Applied Arts Vienna, he debuted at Lagos Fashion Week, where his vivid tailoring and handwoven textiles quickly drew international attention. Since then, his work has consistently championed African craftsmanship on a global stage, positioning heritage techniques as contemporary luxury. Now available online through select retailers including Browns and Farfetch, as well as Karl Lagerfeld boutiques, the capsule stands as a vibrant cultural exchange, one that brings Lagos and Paris into conversation through cut, colour, and craft.
Lagos takes on Paris in a radiant Karl Lagerfeld x Kenneth Ize collaboration
At last, the long-anticipated collaboration between Karl Lagerfeld and Kenneth Ize has arrived, a cross-continental dialogue in cloth that seamlessly merges Nigerian textile heritage with European tailoring codes. Rooted in patterns inspired by traditional Aso Oke (literally “cloth from the hinterland”) and crafted with fabrics sourced directly from Nigeria, the capsule collection unites the design languages of both houses while retaining their individual signatures. Lagerfeld’s iconic monochrome palette remains present, but here it is reimagined through bursts of saturated colour and graphic striping, a visual language synonymous with Ize’s work. The result is a gender-neutral ready-to-wear offering that balances precision tailoring with fluid silhouettes, moving effortlessly between structured polish and relaxed elegance. Narrow-cut trousers, sharply tailored separates, slim knitwear, and artisanal accessories sit alongside softer, more flowing pieces, allowing the collection to be styled up or down with ease.
Textile innovation sits at the core of the collaboration. Merino wool-cotton blends, silks, and Italian hemp fabrics create a tactile interplay between tradition and modernity. The line was co-designed by Karl Lagerfeld design director Hun Kim in close dialogue with Ize and curated by stylist Carine Roitfeld, resulting in a collection that feels both archival and forward-looking. Ize’s trajectory makes the partnership particularly resonant. Shortly after graduating from the University of Applied Arts Vienna, he debuted at Lagos Fashion Week, where his vivid tailoring and handwoven textiles quickly drew international attention. Since then, his work has consistently championed African craftsmanship on a global stage, positioning heritage techniques as contemporary luxury. Now available online through select retailers including Browns and Farfetch, as well as Karl Lagerfeld boutiques, the capsule stands as a vibrant cultural exchange, one that brings Lagos and Paris into conversation through cut, colour, and craft.