Coco Chanel (1883 - 1971)

Coco Chanel

Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, commonly known as Coco Chanel, was a revolutionary figure in the world of fashion and style. Although Coco Chanel is recognised primarily as a fashion designer and businesswoman, her influence extended beyond clothing and accessories.

As an artist, Coco Chanel had a keen aesthetic sense and a unique ability to combine simplicity and elegance. Her designs were characterised by clean lines, minimalism and an emphasis on comfort and practicality. Coco Chanel revolutionised women's fashion by freeing women from the constraints of corsets and offering them freer and more functional clothing.

Chanel's artistic flair extended to her collaboration with other artists of her time. She worked closely with avant-garde artists such as Salvador Dalí and Pablo Picasso, and drew inspiration from their innovative and bold approaches. Chanel also dabbled in costume design, bringing her creative vision to theatre productions and films. She created a fashion empire that included perfumes, accessories and even Chanel's signature fragrance, Chanel No. 5, which has become a timeless classic. Chanel's iconic crossed CC logo and her commitment to quality and craftsmanship have become synonymous with elegance and sophistication.