LEARN MORE ABOUT COCO CHANEL’S LEGACY AND WHY SHE REMAINS TODAY AN INSPIRATION FOR ALL WOMEN

“I decided who I wanted to be and that is who I am.” Released in February, Gabrielle, A Rebel at Heart is the title of this year’s first movie from the Inside Chanel series.

Focusing on the values that ruled the life of Gabrielle, better known by the name of Coco Chanel, this year’s films will showcase four themes from the life of the world’s most famous designer and the origins of her fashion house: Rebellion, Freedom, Passion, and Allure.

Gabrielle’s life can be summed up in three verbs: to choose, to desire, and to be. She achieved her unique style by transforming her rebellion into art. By always defying conventions, ignoring formalities, and embracing a progressive spirit, she was and remains today a true inspiration for women to fulfill their dreams, to be faithful to what they are, and to follow their own path. As a visionary, she invented a style and revolutionized fashion while pushing women to demand the freedom to live, be, and choose.

Coinciding with this celebration, Karl Lagerfeld dedicated the CHANEL GABRIELLE handbag to the legendary founder, an item he created last October for the Spring Summer 2017 collection. Not only does the accessory stay true to the designer’s legacy, it also comes with a long chain strap that can be worn across the body or over the shoulder to liberate the body and allow women to move freely. Next fall, the House will continue to celebrate its creator by launching a perfume called GABRIELLE CHANEL.

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Written by Anna Ceravolo