The apparent pointlessness of fashion may be just what makes it so strong as a zeitgeist sensor. Even I, a designer, do not know why a certain proportion feels dated or why another one feels exciting at a given moment. I leave that to the cultural historians and theorists.

She was listed as one of the fifty best-dressed over 50s by the Guardian in March 2013. Sander used the new capital to expand in Asia and North America. In February 2012 Jil Sander returned to her eponymous brand.

In February 2012 Jil Sander returned to her eponymous brand. Sander's trademark look a contemporary somewhat odd New Look – originally intended for women conquering executive positions in the 1980s – was that of a precisely cut pantsuit a slim blouse and a form-fitting coat made of luxurious fabrics in plain grey beige blue black or white. Sander has been described as the Queen of Less.