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The Pocket Chanel

By Gemini
Series: Gemini Pockets
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A charismatic character, Chanel created relaxed clothing, made for comfort and activity, liberating women from the confines of corsets. This unofficial and unauthorized pocket-sized celebration of her life and work reveals her humble origins, rise to fame, and key pieces. From the little black dress and... Read More
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This beautifully concise guide tells the story of the couturier Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel and the luxury fashion brand she founded.

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A charismatic character, Chanel created relaxed clothing, made for comfort and activity, liberating women from the confines of corsets. This unofficial and unauthorized pocket-sized celebration of her life and work reveals her humble origins, rise to fame, and key pieces.

From the little black dress and the 2.55 handbag to costume jewellery and Chanel No. 5 perfume, her simple and elegant designs were so novel and original that they changed fashion forever.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781802472790

Publisher: Gemini Books Group Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 March 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gemini Adult Books Limited

Contributors:

  • General editor Gemini Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 158.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 128

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From beautiful large-format volumes celebrating cultural icons and original graphic novels, to lifestyle and gift titles and books to soothe your soul, Gemini represents the very best in visual publishing. We believe that every moment with a Gemini book is time well spent.

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