Coco Chanel By juliannechang Aug 19, 1883 Was born in Samur France Was born in Samur France Jan 1, 1889 Was abandoned by father at orpanage Jan 1, 1910 Had her first hat shop in Deauville France May 28, 1920 Had her first perfume, Chanel No.5 Jan 1, 1925 Chanel's fashion: Hats, Jerseys, etc. May 28, 1926 Chanel's Little Black Dress Jan 1, 1939 World War II... Closed down her shops Jan 10, 1971 Chanel's death