Behind that designer Chanel bag is the legend herself! Named as one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century, legendary designer Coco Chanel was a pioneer in the world of fashion. Her kind of fashion was inspired by menswear and she believed in simple yet highly expensive designs. Here are some little known facts about her:
- She loved pockets!
Coco Chanel was so enchanted with pockets that this would prove to be the main focus of her designs in handbags for women! Time to add those extra pockets!
- It started as a hobby
Chanel started her career by designing hats which later became a bit hit with aristocratic Parisians. It was her innovative and fancy hat designs that got her attention. Maybe it’s time you turned your hobby into a career!
- Hosiery to high fashion
Did you know that before she became a fashion legend, Coco Chanel used to work as a clerk in a small hosiery shop? Legends do start small! From humble beginnings to grandeur!
- Sun tan was started by her!
If you thought tanning became fashionable by accident, think again! It was Coco Chanel who made it seem fashionable when she got burnt by sun rays way back in 1923 on a cruise towards Cannes! It sure is all in the attitude!
- Hotel Ritz was her home
For more than 30 years Coco Chanel made the mighty hotel Ritz in Paris her home! It was rumored that German officer Dincklage (with whom she was having an affair) made arrangements for her to stay in the hotel!
- 5 was her favorite number
Maybe there was something special in the number 5 - enough to have Coco Chanel superstitious and in awe of it. Chanel No. 5 was introduced on 5th May 1921! No coincidence this!
- She never got married
Coco Chanel might have dated and had affairs with plenty of men but she never got married. Maybe she thought it would take away from her dedication to the fashion world.
Top websites on Coco Chanel that you can browse through!
- Chanel.com
One of the most comprehensive sites listing virtually everything you want to know about this famous designer. You’ll find everything from fashion designs to pictures to her biography here.
- Coco Chanel at Wikipedia.com
This site has everything from her initial years to the time she built her own empire. So if you are looking for inspiration, then this is the site for you!
- Coco Chanel at Celebrina.com
This cool website lists out some of the best quotes of Coco Chanel. Many of these are rather humorous as they’re directed towards men! Read on and enjoy!
- Coco Chanel at Women’s History
Do you want to read the complete biography of Coco Chanel? You can read up on her life history here on this site. It’s definitely worth a few minutes of your time.
- Coco Chanel at Myhero.com
Seeing is believing? Take a look at some beautiful pictures of this famous fashion queen. This site also has a concise biography.
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I love the white bag. I love bags with pockets too. Does that mean I have the same taste as Coco? Wow!
Legend has it No.5 is so named because it was the fifth vial she smelled when picking her perfume.
My two additional facts:
Coco Chanel had only three outfits when she was living in Paris at the time of her death - capsule wardrobe.
The Duke of Westminster painted CC and part of his crest in gold on all the lamposts in W1, London. I was there last week and there are still plenty. Sweet.
i love chanel fashion because it is cute and i would wear her purses.