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Product Description One of the most visible personalities of her era, Gabrielle Chanel invented a style synonymous with modernity and chic. What is perhaps less well known is that the grand dame of 20th century fashion also worked with silver and diamonds to create an exceptional collection of the finest jewelry - a collection that is both classic and contemporary, in keeping with the tradition of one of the great names of the 20th century. In this volume, Chanel s foray into the world of jewels is told. About the Author Francois Baudot, special correpondant and adviser to the editors of Elle magazine, lives with, observes, and comments on the fashions of his time. He has written Mode du Siècle (1999). as well as various monographs in the "Memoire of Fashion" collection, in particular those on Elsa Schiaparelli. Poiret, Alaïa, Thierry Mugler and Yoohji Yamamoto.