Gabrielle (ɡabriɛl), known as Coco Chanel. 1883-- 1971, French couturière and perfumer, who created "the little black dress" and the perfume Chanel No. 5
Paris fashion house, founded by Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel (1883-1971), Fr. fashion designer and perfumer, who opened her first shop in 1909. The perfume Chanel No. 5 debuted in 1921.