Hello, Beauties🌸 It’s August 19, and a Happy Birthday to Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel. Today marks the 135th anniversary of the oft-controversial Chanel’s birth.
Coco Chanel (August 19, 1883 – January 10, 1971) is the best example of her style. She wore trousers on holiday, mixed costume jewelry with authentic pieces, and created the luxury leather 2.55 bag in 1929. Why? She grew weary of carrying her handbags in her arms.
In 1926, Chanel made black, the color of mourning, the go-to color of elegance with her little black dress. American Vogue described it as ” The Chanel Frock—that frock that all the world will wear.”
According to Karl Lagerfeld, “One is never over-or-underdressed with a little black dress.” After 35 years at the helm of the French fashion house, Karl Lagerfeld continues Chanel’s timeless classic style and spirit while modernizing the brand.
The Spring-Summer 2018 eyewear campaign features British fashion model and activist Adwoa Aboah, photographed by Karl Lagerfeld. A white turban and staple Chanel white pearls accentuate the black-and-white photo portraits.
A 1937 photo of Chanel inspired the campaign. In the vintage picture, Chanel is with Ukrainian ballet dancer Serge Lifar, the principal dancer of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes.
Back to the House of Chanel and Karl. Just who is Karl Lagerfeld? Karl Otto Lagerfeld is a German fashion designer. Karl was born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1933. He majored in drawing and history at the Lycée Montaigne in Paris. Mr. Lagerfeld is associated with the following labels: Fendi, Chloe, Jean Patou, H & M, Hogan, Macy’s, and Falabella. The creative director at Chanel now with his eponymous fashion label since 2006.
Carl was noted for his iconic sunglasses and received the Couture Fashion Visionary Award from the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2010. Karl is well-recognized worldwide for his white hair, black sunglasses, and high-starched collars. His talents include photography.
Karl’s Contributions to the House of Chanel:
The 1980s: “CC” style pattern at Chanel
1987: Chanel watch
1993: Bold Jewelry
2002: Métiers d’Arts Collections
2005: 50th Anniversary of the original 2.55 (an exact copy released)
2011: The Boy Bag
It’s still summer, but I’m looking forward to fall. Last week, I discussed New York Fashion Designer Claire McCardell’s American Look. Today, I Wish Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel a happy birthday and what’s going on with her iconic French brand.
Thank you for reading! Have a fabulous week.
