Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon

by Megan Hess

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Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is an illustrated biography of Coco’s Chanel's life from the internationally reknown illustrator and author, Megan Hess. It features key moments from Coco's amazing life and iconic items from the fashion empire that she built. Think an illustrated picture book for adults, told through Megan's stylish and feminine illustrations with a fun, whimsical and magical bent. Coco Chanel takes us on a romp through the three distinct chapters of Coco's life: from Coco’s early life and building the brand, to the empire she created, to the legacy she left behind, and how her style is still influential and iconic today.

Hess’s book literally paints a picture of the woman who forever changed the way women dress.—The Australian

Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is a beautifully presented biography of the designer—Books + Publishing National

Style lovers, unite! This amazing guided tour of Chanel’s game-changing empire is made for coffee tables—Cleo

Australian illustrator Megan Hess, whose work graces prestigious designers and brands including Chanel, Carrier and Tiffany and Co., creates a whimsical adventure through the world of Mademoiselle Chanel—PRIMOLife


  • ISBN13 9781743790663
  • Publish Date 1 October 2015
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country AU
  • Imprint Hardie Grant Books
  • Edition Hardback
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 208
  • Language English