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A few years after her death, designer Karl Lagerfeld took the reins at her company to continue the Chanel legacy. Her company is held privately by the Wetheimer family and generates hundreds of millions in sales each year.

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Coco Chanel died on January 10, 1971, at her apartment in the Hotel Ritz.

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At the age of 70, Coco Chanel made a triumphant return to the fashion industry.

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The economic depression of the 1930's caused Chanel to close her business. She left Paris and spent some years in Switzerland.

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Chanel introduced the now legendary Chanel suit with collarless jacket and well fitted skirt. She also launched the famous LBD (little black dress). She borrowed elements of men's wear.

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Chanel launched her first perfume 'Chanel No. 5'

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Chanel opened her first boutique on Paris's Rue Cambon. She began selling hats.

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Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, also known as 'Coco Chanel' was born.