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Who is the founder of Chanel?

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Who is the founder of Chanel?
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.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Chanel Vintage 1980s Red + Gilded Gold 80s Chain CC Medallion Belt or Necklace
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, rare and collectible 1980s Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, red leather and gilded gold chain belt OR necklace ! Can be worn dressed up or down. Pair with jeans and a white tank, or...
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1980s French Belts

Chanel Nano Kelly Bag NEW Lilac Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this NEW Chanel Nano Kelly Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Nano Kelly - Color: Lilac - Year: 2024 - Condition...
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Vintage Black Lambskin Camellia Embossed Wallet On Chain WOC
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish clutch wallet is finely crafted of camellia embossed black lambskin leather. The wallet features a long silver chain link shoulder strap threaded with leather and a fron...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Very Rare 1990s Chanel Coco Mark Black Patent Vanity Heart Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the ...
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1990s Novelty Bags

CHANEL black crinkled leather 21A CHATEAU DES DAMES CROPPED Jacket 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket is crafted in black crinkled calfskin leather with contrasting cream piping. Designed in a cropped, boxy silhouette, it features a refined Peter Pan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Chanel silk scarf, very good condition
By Chanel
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Chanel silk scarf with floral pattern and brand logo on the 4 corners. However it is worn, the logo remains visible. Very soft silk, hand-hemmed which gives added value to the artic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neckcloths

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