Stage presence

Animated by two profound love affairs, Gabrielle Chanel established a symbiotic connection with Britain that remains a source of inspiration for the maison a century on

This year, the two iconic brands celebrate monumental anniversaries – ELLE UK at 40, Chanel at 100. Naomi Pike charts their history…

The perfumer Olivier Polge captures Coco Chanel’s British romantic entanglements through mesmerising fragrance compositions

A creative coterie of British actresses, models and musicians have played a pivotal role in Chanel’s story – influencing iconic campaigns and crafting a community of empowered women

Uncomfortable realities and alternative realms at Venice’s contemporary dance festival

There’s nothing expected or dull about this Parisian apartment, whose design takes risks by mixing references with studied panache