In terms of ethics and social responsibility fashion has never had the best reputation. Regarding issues about eating disorders, body image, and also the use of animal fur. Though luxury goods that Chanel sell may be see to be extravagant, lavishness, or even wasteful, this might appear to be a contradiction. Head designer Karl Lagerfeld has caused much positive and negative controversy through the Chanel brand.
Recently Chanel has "gone green" reported using eco-friendly materials and craftsmanship in many of the newer clothing pieces. Chanel's spring/summer 2013 show at Paris' Grand Palais had gave fashion a whole new meaning to the idea of eco-friendly clothing. Showcasing the new designs, models strutted the catwalk along with giant wind turbines and titled solar panels.