Book: Gabrielle Chanel

Chanel, one of the most successful fashion houses, owes much to Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel (1883–1971), whose famous designs—such as the two-piece suit, the little black dress, and the quilted handbag—are still in style today. She designed primarily for herself and created clothing for an independent lifestyle that anticipated the needs of the modern woman. This book presents a selection of Chanel’s most famous creations from her 60-year career in fashion, drawn primarily from the collections of the CHANEL Heritage, Paris, and the V&A. It examines the cut, construction, and origins of the ensembles, as well as recurring design motifs. New photographs by Nicholas Alan Cope and archival images capture Chanel’s unique world of fashion.

Color: Beige
Dimensions: 25 cm x 31.5 cm
Pages: 288
Language: English

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