Chanel: More Than a Century of Classic Design

1909 was the year that French designer Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel first opened a millinery shop. The shop, fronted by her lover, entrepreneur Etienne Balsan, also served as a salon frequented by elite French clientele.  Chanel’s hats became so popular that Chanel could support herself from the money she made. In 1910, she

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A luxurious book that showcases the spirit and essence of Chanel's iconic style through the medium of fashion photography Jérôme Gautier's text is excellent.--The Wall Street Journal Gabrielle Bonheur Coco Chanel (1883-1971) was undoubtedly the most influential fashion designer of the 20th century. Her clothes and accessories have remained perennially chic, and her legendary fashion house continues to exert a powerful sway over today's designers.

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