Chanel Handbags

In 1910 Gabrielle Chanel founded her namesake shop selling ladies’ headwear. The small shop quickly became famous for its elegant black dresses and the now iconic Chanel No. 5 fragrance. The introduction of Chanel No. 5 helped put the label in the international stage. The fragrance became especially popular with high flyers of Paris and London. It was created by French perfumer Ernest Beaux and remains the best selling perfume of Parfums Chanel.

Today, the label specialized in luxury goods including haute couture, handbags, ready-to-wear, and perfumes among others. The widely recognized overlapping C's is the logo of Chanel and comes from the nickname Coco Chanel. Like other luxury brands, the market is also flooded with counterfeit goods bearing the Chanel logo, especially handbags.

The label is advertised by fashion models, usually high-profile celebrities. These include Nicole Kidman, Audrey Tautou, Keira Knightley, and perhaps the famous of all, Marilyn Monroe.

Gabrielle Chanel is credited with several designs that revolutionized the fashion industry. She altered haute couture fashion by replacing the corset, which was prevalent in the 1920's and 30's. This revolutionized ladies’ wear by introducing comfort and simplicity. The male wardrobe also inspired her designs. This became the Chanel trademark that would eventually be well-known and received throughout France. From then on, the fashion label has been equated with wealth, elegance, and luxury.

Gabrielle also created the Chanel suit which became popular. It is an elegant suit of knee-length skirt and a boxy jacket made of wool, usually worn with large pearl necklaces. Chanel also popularized the “secret” quilting pattern sewn at the back to reinforce the material. It is used for both clothing and accessories and has become one of the label’s trademarks. The little black dress was described by Vogue magazine as the “new uniform of the modern woman.” It was strapless and backless and was considered risqué at that time, and its appearance in Playboy magazine only proves this point.

The overall style and design philosophy of Chanel can be characterized as simple yet elegant. Her brand of fashion manages to do away with flamboyant and unnecessary elements.

Chanel is also a major player in designer handbags with its iconic Chanel 2.55. Launched in 1955, Coco realized the need to free a woman’s hands and a chain strap made this possible. It was inspired by the jackets jockeys wore and uses a simple quilted leather design. It remains one of the most coveted designer bags today. In 2005 in celebration of its 50th anniversary, a new version was launched by creative director Karl Lagerfield. Its successful revival has only made it more popular than ever.

With its revolutionary design ideas, Chanel has truly made a lasting impact on the fashion industry. The launch of the Coco Mademoiselle perfume line helps expand its fan base in younger crowds. The modernist and uncomplicated designs that go with Chanel designer handbags are a refreshing departure from the classic look of other labels. For modern classics, Chanel is your best choice.

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