Coco Chanel, born on August 19, 1883, was a zodiac sign of Leo. Leo is a confident, powerful sign, and people born under this sign are known for their leadership and ambition. This is evident in Chanel’s career as a fashion designer, businesswoman, and cultural icon.
Chanel was raised in the gulf of France, and was inspired by life on the water and the obverse luxury she could found in the towns and villages dotting the shore. She was driven to prove that a woman of her stature, an orphaned peasant girl, could overcome all odds and achieve fame and fortune. After attempting several businesses, Chanel discovered her niche in the fashion industry and quickly rose to prominence. By 1924, she was worldwide famous for her Chanel No. 5 perfume and “little black dress”.
Chanel’s ambitious and independent spirit made her a leader in the fashion world, introducing new styles and materials that are still used today. Using her newfound influence, she argued for the liberation of women’s fashion, ditching the corset for more comfortable and practical designs. In total, Coco Chanel created around 2,000 haute couture designs and earned numerous awards, including being named the ‘Most Influential fashion Designer of the Century’ in 1980.
