Had it not been for Gabrielle Chanel's rule-breaking ways, wearing costume jewellery would still be considered a faux pas and for the have-nots.
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What Coco Chanel Can Teach You About Fashion (Icons with Attitude): Young, Caroline: 9780711259096: : Books
When you think of Chanel what is the first thing that comes to mind? Earrings? Bracelets? Pearls? Mademoiselle Chanel transformed the fashion industry with her timeless designs that are still popular today. Chanel's passion for creating jewelry and accessories came from ancient inspiration as well as memories of visits to museums and galleries filled with glitter and exceptional pieces. During the early 1920's Chanel introduced luxurious costume jewelry which she herself wore in abundance. The simple shapes of her fabrics formed an ideal background to offset her costume jewelry. Chanel Jewelry Chanel has crafted an awe-worthy costume jewelry in gold tones for 100 years to date! Chanel began making costume jewelry in the 1920s. The term costume jewelry was coined because the pieces were made to fit well with a specific 'costume’ or outfit. Gold in Chanel’s collections is worn with everything and can
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