Biographic coco, hardcover/sophie collins

Description Many people know that Gabrielle Coco Chanel (1883-1971) was a prolific French fashion designer and founder of the House of Chanel, who ruled over Parisian haute couture for almost six decades.

What, perhaps, they dont know is that, she was taught to sew by nuns and started Chanel by making hats; that she lived in a suite at the Ritz Hotel, Paris, for 37 years; that, in 1935, she was recognized as the worlds wealthiest woman; and that, prior to her fashion career, she worked as a singer, famously gaining the nickname Coco from one of her songs.

This book presents a visual catwalk through her life and work, with an array of irresistible facts and figures converted into infographics to reveal the genius behind the garments.

About the Author Sophie Collins has worked in publishing for over 30 years.