Just as relevant today as she was over 50 years ago.

Styles may come and go, but some designers are timeless.  Arguably the most classic and timeless designer is Coco Chanel. Many of the looks she popularized throughout her lifetime are still seen today.

Iconic Chanel elements:

• Little Black Dress
• Big Cuff Bracelets
• Quilted Handbags
• Ballet Flats
• Strands of Pearls

Although most of these items existed before Chanel…she’s the one who put them permanently on the fashion map.

While doing some online shopping today, I was struck by how many of these looks I saw.  This is why we love her….timeless classics!   Above is my little art project showing some of what I found.

All are available at Saks.  Here’s the info on each:

-Little Black Dress – Armani Collezioni Bouclé Jersey Tank Dress

-Cuff Bracelet – Alexander McQueen Stud-Textured Bracelet-Cuff Bracelet

-Pearl Necklace – Oscar de la Renta Bead and Chain Necklace

-Ballet Flats – Miu Miu Ballet Flats

-Quilted Handbag – Marc Jacobs Classic Quilted Bruna Bag

Do you have any Chanel-inspired elements in your wardrobe?  If so, you might want to wear them on August 19th (Chanel’s Birthday) in honor of all this great lady contributed to the world of fashion.

Do you have a fashion or beauty great that you’d like us to honor?  Just let us know who it is and why…and you might see them appear here too.

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