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What is Coco Chanel most famous for?

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What is Coco Chanel most famous for?
Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
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CHANEL Paris / London Sequin Cashmere Jumper
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

Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Haute Couture Pink Tweed Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Indulge in the sophistication of Chanel's Haute Couture Spring/Summer 1995 collection with this exceptional tweed jacket. This classic collared jacket in baby pink tweed is accentuat...
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1990s French Jackets

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 Resort Summer Denim Diamond Stitch Fringe Beach Shopping Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Beach Shopping Tote Bag Pool Resort Fringe Large Travel Shoulder Bag Canvas diamond stitch exterior with fringe detail CC embroidery...
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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Gold Lizard Small Boy Flap Bag GHW 67969
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67969 No longer produced in special exotics, this Chanel Gold Lizard Small Boy Flap Bag GHW comes in pristine condition in a very special ornate color way. The aged gol...
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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel 10K Iconic Rare Jewel Gripoix Buttons Coat
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A truly rare and highly coveted piece! Iconic Chanel coat from Paris / BYZANCE Collection, 2011 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art Boutique price over 10,000$ Price on ebay 6,999$ - masterpiece ...
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2010s Jackets

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