Coco Chanel (1883 – 1971) opened a millinery shop in Paris in 1909 and went on to launch her own couture houses in Paris, Deauville and Biarritz. From humble origins, she became one of the greatest icons of fashion in the 20th century.

The creator of the little black dress and Chanel No. 5, Chanel pioneered a new style of women’s clothes, combining simplicity and comfort with elegance, to create an unmistakable style which had a great influence over the fashions of the 1920s and 30s.

Her innovations in costume jewellery were introduced through her Paris salon, where she opened a boutique specializing in accessories and jewellery.

Instead of copying the style of fine jewellery, her costume jewellery was designed specifically to reflect the elegant simplicity of her clothes and to compliment and ‘finish’ an outfit.

The simple but effective use of multiple strings of faux pearls with a black more...

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Chanel, ivory CC cashmere blend stole, ivory stole in 100%…

Chanel, ivory CC cashmere blend stole, ivory stole in 100% cashmere with fringe detailing, 'CC' fur patch detail, made in Italy, labelled 'Chanel', labelled 'Chanel' 'Made in Italy'

Chanel, cable knit Norwegian style v neck sweater, styled in…

Chanel, cable knit Norwegian style v neck sweater, styled in blue and white 100% wool with the Chanel logo on the chest, size 40

Chanel, sheer silk blouse, fuchsia pink with pleats, silver…

Chanel, sheer silk blouse, fuchsia pink with pleats, silver tone buttons with pink geometric design and logo, peak lapels, detachable front ruffle, labelled 'Made in France 100% silk', size 36. Provenance: under instructions from the Receivers of the…

Chanel, silk blouse, navy blue pleats featuring silver tone…

Chanel, silk blouse, navy blue pleats featuring silver tone logo buttons, peak lapels, hidden button closure at front, labelled 'Chanel made in France 100% silk', size 36. Provenance: under instructions from the Receivers of the property of Melissa…

Chanel, 'CC' jumper, black fine knit wool with round neckline,…

Chanel Black Wool Jumper with White Trim and CC Logo

Chanel, 'CC' jumper, black fine knit wool with round neckline, white trim, embroidered logo, labelled 'Chanel CC labelled 65% wool'

Chanel, sneakers, white with black detail, CC logo, black laces,…

Chanel White Sneakers with Black Detail and CC Logo

Chanel, sneakers, white with black detail, CC logo, black laces, labelled 'Chanel made in Italy', minor wear to the sole consistent with use, size 40

Chanel, martini Cruise 2004 top, featuring glitter sundae with…

Chanel, martini Cruise 2004 top, featuring glitter sundae with soft pink and yellow camellia lace, labelled 'Chanel made in Italy', together with two slips (3), size 42

Chanel black two piece suit 95% black cotton with ruffled…

Chanel Black Ruffled Trim Suit - Size 42 (12)

Chanel black two piece suit 95% black cotton with ruffled trimming. Fully silk lined. Size 42 (12)

Chanel, loose knit Bolero, black cotton blend with rounded…

Chanel Black Knit Bolero with Chain Link Detail

Chanel, loose knit Bolero, black cotton blend with rounded neckline and draw string ties with woven chain link detail, labelled 'Chanel, made in Italy', size Fr 40

Chanel, long cashmere Hoodie, grey with zip closure to front,…

Chanel Grey Cashmere Hoodie with Silver Accents

Chanel, long cashmere Hoodie, grey with zip closure to front, silver tone logo accents, two slip pockets, draw string ties, labelled 'Chanel, made in United Kingdom', size Fr 38

Chanel, silk printed blouse, light grey with black camellia…

Chanel Silk Camellia Blouse, Fr 46

Chanel, silk printed blouse, light grey with black camellia pattern, button down closure, peak collar, labelled 'Chanel, Made in Italy', size Fr 46

Chanel, tweed long blazer, green, yellow and dove grey weave,…

Chanel, tweed long blazer, green, yellow and dove grey weave, notched lapels, double breasted with silver metal CC buttons, two slip pockets to front, silk lining with weighted chain hem, labelled 'Chanel, Made in France', size Fr 40

Chanel, black pants, silk, wide leg pants with flared hems,…

Chanel Silk Wide Leg Pants with Flared Hems

Chanel, black pants, silk, wide leg pants with flared hems, quilted round pockets, front zip closure and buttoned waistband with belt loops, detachable satin tie belt, labelled 'Chanel Made in Italy 100% Silk', size 40 length 115 cm

Chanel, dark grey knit top, cotton, fitted top with keyhole…

Chanel, dark grey knit top, cotton, fitted top with keyhole neckline and self tie, navy and white laminate applique to front and long sleeves, labelled 'Chanel made in France 100% Cotton', size 38 length 62 cm

Chanel, black pants, with polyester lining, stitched front…

Chanel Black Pants with Front Pleats and Zip Closure

Chanel, black pants, with polyester lining, stitched front pleats, front zip closure and buttoned waistband, labelled 'Chanel Boutique' (A/F) missing care label, size 40 length 106 cm

A Raincoat by Chanel, styled in navy nylon with black lace…

Chanel Navy Raincoat with Lace Interior

A Raincoat by Chanel, styled in navy nylon with black lace interior, drawstring waist and embellished buttons, reference P57140V43199, labelled size 40.

A blouse by Chanel, styled in creme silk with mother of pearl…

Chanel Cream Silk Blouse, Size 36

A blouse by Chanel, styled in creme silk with mother of pearl buttons and pussy bow detail, labelled size 36

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in cream silk with striped trim,…

Chanel Cream Silk Blouse with Striped Trim and Gold Buttons

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in cream silk with striped trim, belt and gold metal button details.

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in beige silk with gold stitch…

Chanel Beige Silk Blouse with Gold Stitch Details

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in beige silk with gold stitch details and 'CC' motif buttons.

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in cream silk with black bow…

Chanel Cream Silk Blouse with Black Bow and Gold Buttons

A silk blouse by Chanel, styled in cream silk with black bow and cuff details and gold 'CC' motif buttons.

A blouse by Chanel, styled in navy cotton, labelled size FR42

Chanel Navy Cotton Blouse, Size FR42

A blouse by Chanel, styled in navy cotton, labelled size FR42

A Jumpsuit by Chanel, styled in navy cotton with black and…

Chanel Navy Jumpsuit with Black and Silver Buttons, FR34

A Jumpsuit by Chanel, styled in navy cotton with black and silver button detail, labelled size FR34

Chanel, Cashmere Hooded Tracksuit top, grey with red trim, blue…

Chanel, Cashmere Hooded Tracksuit top, grey with red trim, blue and white stripe to shoulder, zip front closure, two side pockets, labelled 'Chanel, made in UK, 100% cashmere, euro size 38

Chanel, two cropped cardigans, baby pink and blue cashmere with…

Chanel, two cropped cardigans, baby pink and blue cashmere with ribbed detail to sleeve cuffs and rounded neckline, button down front, the other in a pink, blue and gold striped weave with button down front, both labelled 'Chanel' (2), size euro 34 size…

Chanel, silk and cashmere stole, finely woven black and grey…

Chanel, silk and cashmere stole, finely woven black and grey with gold thread accents, eyelash fringing to ends, labelled 'Chanel Made in Italy, length 180 cm width 77 cm

Chanel, tweed Longline blazer, winter collection 2006, with…

Chanel Tweed Blazer with Satin Lapels and Gripoix Buttons

Chanel, tweed Longline blazer, winter collection 2006, with contrast black satin padded lapels, gripoix button detail to cuffs, single button closure, two flap pockets to front, labelled 'Chanel, Made in France', with Chanel hanger, euro size 42

Chanel, tweeddress, spring collection 2008, cherry red and…

Chanel Tweed Dress, Spring 2008 Collection

Chanel, tweeddress, spring collection 2008, cherry red and white chequered pattern, rounded neckline with dual zip down front, two front side pockets and two back pockets, silk lining, labelled 'Chanel, Made in France', with Chanel hanger, euro size 38

Chanel, silk Culottes, black with cream contrast, invisible zip…

Chanel, silk Culottes, black with cream contrast, invisible zip closure to side, labelled 'Chanel, made in Italy', with Chanel hanger, euro size 40

Chanel, purple wool Tunic top, fringed roll neck, short sleeves,…

Chanel Fringed Purple Wool Tunic Top - Euro 38

Chanel, purple wool Tunic top, fringed roll neck, short sleeves, labelled 'CHANEL, Made in Italy, size Euro 38

Chanel, Swimsuit, black with printed quilted stitching pattern…

Chanel Black Quilted Swimsuit with Pink Trim

Chanel, Swimsuit, black with printed quilted stitching pattern and contrast pink trim, zip front detail, Made in Italy, labelled 'CHANEL, size Euro 36

Chanel, cashmere Tunic, lilac and contrast navy trim,…

Chanel Cashmere Tunic and Woven Top Set

Chanel, cashmere Tunic, lilac and contrast navy trim, sleeveless, round neck collar and side pockets, Made in United Kingdom, 100% cashmere, together with a black Chanel short sleeved woven tunic top, concealed side pockets, Made in Italy, both labelled…

Chanel, Chequered Playsuit, black and white boucle tweed,…

Chanel Chequered Playsuit with Boucle Tweed and Silk Lining

Chanel, Chequered Playsuit, black and white boucle tweed, sleeveless with folded collar front button placket, two breast pockets, concealed side pockets, rope tie fastening to waist, silk lining, Made in Italy, labelled 'CHANEL, size Euro 36