It goes without saying that Chanel is one of the most recognizable and universally loved fashion houses in the world. Despite its popularity and power, there are quite a few interesting facts about the legendary fashion brand that you probably haven't heard of. Here are 5 interesting facts about Chanel that you didn't know…
Even though you know it is Coco Chanel invented the women's costume and the little black dress and thoroughly aired the fashion field, as far as women's wardrobe is concerned, there are other interesting facts about the Chanel fashion house. Here is 5 interesting facts about Chanel, which you didn't know yet...
1. Chanel No. 5 is the best-selling perfume of all time
After it hit the market in 1921, Chanel No. 5 has become one of the most iconic and recognizable fragrances of all time. It is the first perfume whose video ad was broadcast during the Super Bowl, and it was also given immortality by the artist Andy Warhol, who incorporated the iconic bottle into his work. According to research from 2014, Chanel No. 5 best selling perfume of all time.
2. Chanel is the first fashion brand to have a waiting list for nail polish
In 1994, Chanel's backstage fashion show at Paris Fashion Week ended as the models did not have painted nails. The main make-up artist solved the situation with a black felt-tip pen, with which she quickly painted their bare nails, and at Chanel they took advantage of the interesting look and launched a new nail polish a few weeks later. The black nail polish Rouge Noir became an instant bestseller, and a queue was opened at Chanel.
3. Chanel's two-tone shoes make the leg appear smaller
Chanel's two-tone loafers, which today represent one of the timeless fashion pieces that every fashionista has in her closet, were designed to visually elongate the leg and narrow the foot. The iconic shoes were created in 1957 when Coco Chanel teamed up with shoemaker Monsieur Massaro.
4. Chanel's 2.55 bag is named after the date of its first release
The most popular Chanel bag 2.55 is named after the month and year of its creation or first arrival on the shelves - February 1995.
5. The most popular Chanel handbag is getting more expensive every year
2.55 Flap Bag is not only one of the most recognizable and unique bags in the world, but also one of the most expensive. Not only that - the iconic bag is getting more expensive every year, so it is also one of the best fashion investments.
