Chanel, Coco, 1883-1971 (1883-1971)
Dates
- Existence: 1883-1971
Biography
Coco Chanel (1883-1971) was a French fashion designer and the founder of the Chanel brand. Chanel is renowned for her prolific post- World War I fashion creations, including the Chanel suit, quilted Chanel purses, and Chanel fragrances. In addition, Chanel is famous for popularizing the "little black dress." Designs by Chanel emphasized simplicity and elegance. Chanel is considered one of the most influential designers of the 20th century.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Symposium records, 2011
Includes the papers and presentation delivered at the 2011 Symposium "Undressing the Fashionable Myth." The names of the presenters and the title of their presentations contained in this folder are: Ariele Elia, "Haute Couture or Not Couture;" Audrey Chaney, "Myth No. 5: The Little Black Dress;" Laura McLaws Helms, "Quant-ifying Myths: The Mini & More."