Witness History
Witness History
Chanel No. 5
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November 9, 2021
10 minutes
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In 1921, one of the most famous perfumes in the world was launched in France. Chanel No. 5 was created for Coco Chanel, the fashion designer and good-time girl, who wanted something modern and fresh to suit the times.
(Photo: A young Coco Chanel. Credit: Getty images)