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Who is the founder of Chanel?
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Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
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By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Festive Chanel grey and silver sequins jumper from Paris / LONDON Collection, Meiters d'Art
Size mark 38 FR. Condition is pristine.
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2010s Pullovers
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Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Haute Couture Pink Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
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Chanel Beige CC Stripe Belt 858895
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
This item will ship out immediately.
Previously owned, unless otherwise stated.
Made In: Italy
OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION
( 7/10 or B)
Measurements: Length: 31.25" Width:...
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20th Century Belts
Chanel Clip-On Earrings with Bakelite Fourèleaf, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
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Additional information:
Condition: Very g...
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings
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By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
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Chanel Earrings Representing an Insignia, 2014
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal earring representing an insignia. 2014 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 2 cm x 2.2 cm
Period: 2...
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