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When he’s not crafting luxurious pieces for Fendi and Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld is creating art of a different kind — on camera, that is.

The innovative designer gave fans a taste of his latest short film for Chanel on Monday via a 40-second clip. Starring Cara Delevingne and Pharrell Williams, “Reincarnation” reimagines a striking moment in designer Gabrielle Chanel’s (Delevingne) life.

During an Austrian getaway in 1954, Chanel becomes mesmerized by a jacket worn by a hotel elevator operator (Williams). But there is more to this stylish piece than meets the eye — the jacket in question ultimately becomes one of the most iconic items of the French fashion house.

“Reincarnation” will debut on Chanel.com Monday.