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She’s been credited for freeing women of their corsets, restyling menswear as womenswear, making the little black dress chic.

When most people hear the name Coco Chanel, they think of a women's fashion icon, not a secret Nazi agent.

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Chanel: Style Icon charts Coco Chanel’s fashion evolution through 70 beautifully illustrated style moments including pieces from her famous wardrobe, her most iconic looks and her own special kind of styling. From the invention of the little black dress to pioneering trousers for women and pearls perfect for every occasion, this book showcases how Chanel […]

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