A collection of over 170 fascinating quotes and facts about the creative genius who gave us the Little Black Dress and Chanel No. 5. Nearly 50 years after her death, Coco Chanel remains one of the world’s most influential fashion designers. Her story is one of creative brilliance and innovation – she was a driving force in liberating women from the restrictive clothing they had been forced to wear for generations. “To be irreplaceable you must always be different,” Chanel would say, and throughout her life she demonstrated an extraordinary passion and determination to change the world around her. This slim book is packed with memorable facts about Coco Chanel’s life and influence, and is filled with quotes from the icon herself and some of the many people inspired by her. There is much wisdom to be gleaned from Chanel’s self-reflections, while her sharp wit and joie de vivre will amuse, surprise and inspire in equal measure. “Fashion changes, but style endures.” As seen on vogue.co.uk on August 18, 2017 by Julia Neel. "No one has ever told Coco Chanel what to think." As seen on dailymail.co.uk, September 10, 2019, by Caroline Howe.