Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto
The first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel. It charted the establishment of the House of CHANEL and the evolution of her iconic design style which continues to influence the way women dress today.
This exhibition is now closed at V&A South Kensington
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Exhibition highlights
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Gabrielle Chanel, 31 rue Cambon, 1937, Paris -
Trouser suit, by Gabrielle Chanel, 1937 – 38. Museum no. T.88 to B-1974 -
Marilyn Monroe applying Chanel N°5, photograph by Ed Feingersh, 1955, New York -
Dress, by Gabrielle Chanel, Autumn/Winter 1932. Patrimoine de CHANEL, Paris -
Dress, by Gabrielle Chanel, 1935 -
Roussy Sert wearing sequin dress by Chanel, photograph by André Durst, published in Vogue, December 1936 -
Dress, by Gabrielle Chanel, 1935. Patrimoine de CHANEL, Paris -
Marie-Hélène Arnaud in tweed suit from Chanel's Fall/Winter 1959 collection, wearing Chanel shoes and the 2.55 Chanel handbag. -
Marinière blouse, by Gabrielle Chanel, Spring/Summer 1916. Patrimoine de CHANEL, Paris -
Suit, by Gabrielle Chanel, Autumn/Winter 1964. Patrimoine de CHANEL, Paris -
Costumes for Le Train Bleu, by Gabrielle Chanel, 1924. Museum no. S.837-1980 -
Silk hat, by Gabrielle Chanel, 1917. Patrimoine de CHANEL, Paris
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Features
Inside the Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto exhibition
Inside the Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto exhibition
Over 200 looks brought together for the first time
What makes CHANEL so iconic?
What makes CHANEL so iconic?
Explore the evolution of Gabrielle Chanel's design philosophy through her most enduring and recognisable pieces
Fashion unpicked: CHANEL tweed suit worn by Lauren Bacall
Fashion unpicked: CHANEL tweed suit worn by Lauren Bacall
See the exquisite hand-sewn detailing of a suit made for a star
Gabrielle Chanel in Britain
Gabrielle Chanel in Britain
Discover how the designer was inspired by Britain
Gabrielle Chanel: dressing the modern woman
Gabrielle Chanel: dressing the modern woman
How did the designer change the face of women's fashion?
Handling CHANEL jewellery: ASMR
Handling CHANEL jewellery: ASMR
Experience wearing the pieces yourself
Fashion Unpicked: CHANEL sequin trouser suit worn by Diana Vreeland
Fashion Unpicked: CHANEL sequin trouser suit worn by Diana Vreeland
Take a close-up look at the glamorous design
Unboxing a vintage CHANEL suit, hat and bag: ASMR
Unboxing a vintage CHANEL suit, hat and bag: ASMR
Watch and listen as the suit and accessories are unboxed
Fashion in Motion: Inspired by Gabrielle Chanel
Fashion in Motion: Inspired by Gabrielle Chanel
See unique creations from Central Saint Martins students, inspired by Gabrielle Chanel
Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto
Header image:
Anouk Aimée lors d'une séance d'essayage chez Chanel Paris en 1960. Photo by Giancarlo BOTTI/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images
Header video: Anouk Aimée lors d'une séance d'essayage chez Chanel Paris en 1960. Photo by Giancarlo BOTTI/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images