“I am not a second option person. It is that or nothing. If it is not the way I see it I prefer not to see it.”

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The speaker is saying he does not like compromises or half-measures. He wants things done his way, and if that is not possible, he would rather disengage completely.

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Originally said in English.

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About Karl Lagerfeld

French fashion designer and creative director, Lagerfeld spent over half a century shaping global haute couture. His razor-sharp wit and relentless innovation redefined luxury fashion, from his tenure at Chanel to his eponymous label. Known for his signature black sunglasses and uncompromising standards, he became a defining voice in 20th- and 21st-century style.

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