Fashion Culture: The Modernity of Antiquity: Karl Lagerfeld’s Vision of Ancient Greece

Associate Professor of German at Williams College Christophe Koné explores Karl Lagerfeld’s fascination with Ancient Greece. Using Chanel’s “The Modernity of Antiquity” 2017-18 cruise collection as a point of departure, Koné will discuss the recurrence of Greek Antiquity in Lagerfeld’s work for both Chloé and Chanel, as well as in the designer’s photography.

Fashion Culture programs are organized by The Museum at FIT to provide new perspectives on the culture of fashion. All programs are free unless otherwise indicated. However, reservations are strongly encouraged, as space is limited. See a full calendar of spring 2026 Fashion Culture Program events on the museum website.

This event is free and open to the public.