Hľadanie: Coco Chanel

Revoluční módní návrhářka nahradila korzety z velrybích kostí námořnickými halenkami a volnými kalhotami a okázalé večerní róby vyměnila za malé černé šaty s jedinou šňůrkou perel. Zkrátka oblečením, v němž ženy mohly žít, dýchat a cítit se pohodlně. Obávaná i uctívaná svými současníky zemřela v roce 1971, ale její odkaz žije dál jako trvalá globální značka. Britská spisovatelka Justine Picardie strávila deset let pátráním po skutečné Coco Chanel, skryté pod slupkou legendární módní ikony. Ve své knize odhaluje skutečnost zbavenou nánosů romantiky a mýtů. Seznamuje nás s detaily traumatického dětství, útěku do nekonvenční dospělosti, odhaluje bolestnou minulost, lásky a ztráty, honbu za slávou a bohatstvím a to, jak se Chanel proměnila ve svůj největší výtvor. Biografie doprovázená více než šedesáti dobovými fotografiemi se umístila mezi finalisty Galaxy National Book Awards 2010.

V snahe nájsť v Gabrielliných príbehoch pravdu opakovane zisťujeme, že pre ňu neboli z hľadiska pravdy dôležité fakty, ale pocity. Držala sa citovej a psychologickej stopy minulosti. V jadre jej príbehov tak človek dokáže odhaliť podstatu skutočných udalostí. Spomienky, ktoré sa Gabrielle rozhodla vyrozprávať, nám môžu prezradiť oveľa viac, ako sa na prvý pohľad zdá. Ak na ne nazeráme takýmto spôsobom, zistíme, že zachytávajú nesmierne smutné detstvo: Moje prvé roky života. Z tých slov... mi naskakuje husia koža. Nikto nezažil v detstve tak málo nehy. Veľmi skoro som pochopila, že život je vážna vec."

„CHCEM BYŤ TÝM, ČO SA STANE.“ COCO CHANEL Coco Chanel. Štyri slabiky, ktoré v sebe skrývajú svet žien, módu a Paríž! Gabrielle Chasnel, známa ako „Coco“, je viac než len geniálna módna návrhárka, ktorá spôsobila revolúciu v ženskom odievaní. Je to prvá influencerka v histórii módy. Päťdesiat rokov po svojej smrti v apartmáne v hoteli Ritz zostáva Coco Chanel inšpiratívnou osobnosťou na celom svete. Urobila viac než len to, že zmenila pohľad na ženské telo a módu. Jej silný charakter, schopnosť presadiť sa v mužskom svete a jej nezlomné odhodlanie sú základom čara jej osobnosti a ostávajú večné. Aurélie Godefroy vás zavedie do sveta „Mademoiselle“, aby v každom z vás prebudila to najlepšie. Nechajte sa viesť touto knihou a naučte sa rozvíjať svoju odvahu, zdokonaľovať intuíciu, priťahovať prosperitu... a ešte oveľa viac.

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Gabriella Chanel žila po smrti matky v kláštore a po škole sa stala krajčírkou. Po večeroch spievala v kabarete, kde od vojakov v publiku dostala prezývku Coco. Začala navrhovať aj vyrábať klobúky a neskôr si v Paríži otvorila svoj prvý obchod. Ukázala svetu, že ženy nemusia nosiť korzety a veľké sukne, aby boli štýlové. Zoznámila svet módy s krásou inakosti, a tak sa Coco Chanel stala najväčšou dizajnérkou všetkých čias. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Coco a fakty z jej života.

„Chcem byť tým, čo sa stane.“ Coco Chanel Coco Chanel. Štyri slabiky, ktoré v sebe skrývajú svet žien, módu a Paríž! Gabrielle Chasnel, známa ako „Coco“, je viac než len geniálna módna návrhárka, ktorá spôsobila revolúciu v ženskom odievaní. Je to prvá influencerka v histórii módy. Päťdesiat rokov po svojej smrti v apartmáne v hoteli Ritz zostáva Coco Chanel inšpiratívnou osobnosťou na celom svete. Urobila viac než len to, že zmenila pohľad na ženské telo a módu. Jej silný charakter, schopnosť presadiť sa v mužskom svete a jej nezlomné odhodlanie sú základom čara jej osobnosti a ostávajú večné. Aurélie Godefroy vás zavedie do sveta „Mademoiselle“, aby v každom z vás prebudila to najlepšie. Nechajte sa viesť touto knihou a naučte sa rozvíjať svoju odvahu, zdokonaľovať intuíciu, priťahovať prosperitu... a ešte oveľa viac.

Jen málo osobností historie módy o sobě může tvrdit, že jsou stejně vlivní, jako byla Coco Chanel. Od skromných začátků přes mnohé trápení, které na ni v životě čekalo, je její příběh příběhem síly, odhodlání a kreativní vize. Tato kniha mezinárodně uznávané módní ilustrátorky Megan Hess je ilustrovaným příběhem života Coco Chanel – náhledem do jejího magického světa, na ikonické návrhy, které vytvořila, a na říši módního domu Chanel.

An updated authorized edition of Isabelle Fiemeyer’s literary biography of Coco Chanel, which demystifies the legendary designer’s life. Coco Chanel was an emancipated fashion revolutionary. Raised by nuns in an orphanage, she rose to become a star of the world of couture and a byword for stylish elegance. But now, a fascinating new light can be shed on her life and career. During the Second World War, Chanel closed her couture house, but accepted the enemy’s help in rescuing her beloved nephew from a prison camp. However, as newly declassified information reveals, she did not supply any information in exchange for this favour. Moreover, it now seems that she was unknowingly listed as an agent because of her British connections and friendship with Winston Churchill. Featuring unpublished and exclusive content based on first-hand interviews with Chanel’s great-niece and confidante, this evocative portrait is based on years of painstaking archive research and tells the true story of the twentieth century’s most celebrated yet enigmatic fashion icon.

The story of the legendary woman behind the famous couture brand ? the groundbreaking fashion, perfumes, handbags, perfumes ? is unveiled through a contemporary retelling in graphic novel form.From abandonment and poverty to influential friends and wealth, this independent, driven and fiercely determined woman created a whole new style and way of dressing, and changed fashion forever.The book tracks her early career as she advanced from a seamstress to an entrepreneur, borrowing from male fashions to combine comfort and elegance in clothing for women, with such groundbreaking innovations as the ?little black dress? and Chanel No.5 perfume.

Fashion is ever-changing, influenced by the key designers that capture a moment in history; and Coco Chanel is arguably the most significant influence on women s fashion in the twentieth century. "Coco s World" is a compilation of Megan Hess stunning illustrations of the 100 most quintessential moments through Chanel s history, from Coco s incredible life, to the impact of Karl Lagerfeld on the company and the incredible items that have become iconic of the brand the little black dress, the luxurious bags and accessories, glamorous jewellery and of course the renowned Chanel No 5 perfume. Interspersed with historical anecdotes and famous quotes from Coco herself, Karl Lagerfeld and other key fashion icons of the era, this book is an elegant and immersive introduction to the moments that shaped Coco and the iconic Chanel brand and how fashion, in turn, shaped their lives."

Irish Times: “The kind of books that adults will covet and collect as well… The language and structure is simple enough for young readers, while a biographical timeline at the end of each book offers greater historical complexity” In this new series, discover the lives of outstanding people from designers and artists to scientists. All of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. The first book follows Coco Chanel, from her early life in an orphanage – where she is a genius with needle and thread – to her time as a cabaret singer, hat maker and, eventually, international fashion designer. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Coco's life at the back.

Coco Chanel a divat világtörténelmének leghumánusabb diktátora. Felszabadította a nőt a fullasztó fűzők, a bukj-el-szoknyák, a malomkeréknyi kalapok, a mesterkéltség, a cicomák uralma alól. Szegélydíszes kosztümjeit és „kis fekete ruháit” ma is nők milliói hordják, uralkodófeleségek éppúgy, mint egyszerű háziasszonyok. Az árvaházban nevelkedett Gabrielle Chanel nemcsak zseniális divattervező volt, hanem remek üzletasszony, és a későbbiekben nagyvonalú mecénás is. Háromezer alkalmazottja volt, milliós bevételei, pazar villái és kastélyai. Szenzációszámba menő divatbemutatóira a tengerentúlról is tódult a publikum. A szerelemben kevésbé volt szerencséje, de a szeretőit megválogatta: akadt köztük angol királyi herceg és német diplomata, híres költő és filmrendező. Gidel monográfiájának nagy erénye, hogy karrier-regényként és a XX. század kordokumentumaként egyaránt megállja a helyét.

The Fashion Icons Quote Series is a series of gift books full of inspiring and fabulous quotes from fashion icons across the generations.Words from a Fashion Icon: Coco Chanel is a fully illustrated collection of quotes with Megan Hess’ iconic and hugely popular illustrations, profiling one of fashion’s most popular icons. Bringing her trademark wit and warmth alongside her beloved illustrations, this will be a unique insight into the key thoughts and moments surrounding Coco Chanel's life and her impact on the fashion industry.   

SLEEK. CHIC. NOTORIOUSLY GUARDED. WELCOME TO THE SECRET WORLD OF COCO CHANEL. Justine Picardie’s definitive biography explores the dark mysteries hidden beneath the shimmering surface of a fabled fashion icon. Unveiling remarkable details about Coco Chanel’s traumatic childhood and her flight into unconventional adulthood, this beautifully constructed portrait reveals her passionate and painful past, her turbulent loves and losses, her quest for fame and fortune, and how she transformed herself into her own most powerful creation. Feared and revered by her contemporaries, Chanel died in 1971, but her legacy lives on as an enduring global brand. Drawing on interviews with her last surviving friends and relatives, and unprecedented archival research, Justine Picardie brings Chanel out of hiding, unpicking the seams between reality and myth, and telling a timeless story that uncovers the true art and heart of fashion. This special new edition has been extensively revised and updated, and offers a uniquely authoritative account of the greatest designer in the world. Adding fresh insights and discoveries, it comes complete with a compelling array of previously unseen images from the Chanel archives.

Coco Chanel was one of the most renowned designers of her time, creating timeless pieces such as the little black dress, chic quilted handbags and, of course, Chanel No.5. Known for her strong beliefs and fearless attitude, Pocket Coco Chanel highlights some of the businesswoman's most memorable quotes. With insights on style, women, love and life, this book pays tribute to the words of the fashion icon. A woman should be two things: who and what she wants You live but once; you might as well be amusing. Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.

Immerse yourself in the wit and wisdom of Coco and Karl: two elegant collections of the legendary designers' maxims on style, creativity and life. Chic, sharp and always on point, Coco Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld continue to captivate young generations of fashion fans. Chanel was fierce and uncompromising in her opinions on fashion, women and life, while Lagerfeld's famously controversial pronouncements were seized upon by fashionistas, acolytes and sages around the world. Cultivated, surprising and sometimes shocking, their 'bons mots' are always impossible to ignore. This elegant box set contains two slim volumes of their pithiest, wittiest and most provocative quotations, and will be required reading for us all today as we negotiate the trickiest curves of modern life. 'Fashion changes, but style endures' Coco Chanel 'People who tell all appal me' Karl Lagerfeld 'The best things in life are free. The second-best are very expensive' Coco Chanel 'You must never be afraid of progress. Otherwise you are damned' Karl Lagerfeld

The much anticipated and beautifully illustrated Sunday Times Bestselling Biography Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life was first released to great critical acclaim in 2010. Now the paperback edition of Justine Picardie's biography of the French fashion designer Gabrielle Chanel has arrived. The Mail on Sunday calls it 'gripping', the Sunday Times declares it to be 'fascinating', the Telegraph 'elegant' and 'brilliant'; while the Daily Mail hails it as a 'vividly told account, in the style of Chanel herself'. This is the definitive biography of a heroine who founded the most successful fashion label in history; a woman that transformed her life into a myth veiled in enigma and scandal; whose talent and innovation endures beyond her own pioneering sartorial creations. Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life was written by Justine Picardie as a celebration and investigation of Chanel's phenomenal achievements. Shortlisted for the Galaxy National Book Awards, selling over 50,000 copies thus far, and now translated into 15 languages worldwide, this eloquent biography has revealed the hidden secrets of the legendary Chanel. After a decade on the trail of previously unseen evidence left by Chanel, the author's exploration of Chanel's extraordinary life traces the emergence of an inventor and storyteller who rose above the poverty into which she was born. Following clues to Coco's early years in a convent and passionate love affairs with playboys, artists and aristocrats, Justine Picardie deftly weaves together the lost threads of Chanel's life. In doing so, she uncovers how an abandoned child came to conjure up the iconic creations that were proudly worn by legends in their own right, from Jackie Kennedy to Marilyn Monroe, who famously declared that she went to bed in nothing but Chanel No.5. The pioneer of the little black dress, bobbed hair and trousers for women, Chanel was so much more than a couture aficionado; for in reinventing herself, she was also to become one of the most influential women in history.