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Birth of Coco Chanel
She was born as Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel in Southern France -
First learned to sew in Moulins
She was taught by nuns in a convent orphanage how to sew. She was 17 years old at the time. -
Opens first shop in Paris
She opened her first millinery shop with the help of Arthur Chapel. She sold hats which were a huge success. -
Opened first Fashion boutique in Deauville.
Chanel opened her first Boutique where she began changing the status quo. She sold tailor-made womenswear that gained support internationally. -
Chanel No.5 Launched
Thus was Chanel's first perfume. The scent was the first to have the direct name of a designer and helped spread her name and made her a millionaire. -
The release of the "Little Black Dress"
Chanel's "little black dress" was featured in Vogue Magazine. This dress was a signature piece in redefining women. -
Chanel dies
Chanel was found dead in her apartment in Paris.
