Coco Chanel has become a household name. She is known for being one of the greatest fashion designers in history, and for modernizing the feminine style. Chanel was extremely successful due to her hard work and passion, and she makes an excellent role model for all girls. She is the only fashion designer listed in "Time" Magazines "100 most influential people of the 20th Century." She was also one of the richest women of all time and her scent 'Chanel No.5' has become one of the most iconic scents in the perfume world. Despite spending her influential teen years living at a home for orphaned girls, Chanel rose from her experiences and created the life she had dreamed of. She wasn't afraid to speak up, and from that we have derived many great quotes. Below are a few I think every girl should hear and remember.
1. "Elegance does not consist in putting on a new dress."
You can't achieve something by just faking the part. Dressing for the part may be the first step toward success, but the end goal can't be reached without time and hard work.
2. "A woman has the age she deserves."
There is no shame in growing older. With age comes wisdom that has been achieved by years of experience. We know by now that life is not easy, so anyone to our elder has earned their years as well as a great deal of respect.
3. "There are people who have money, and people who are rich."
Chanel knew there was more to life than the money. Although she was one of the richest women of all time, she could see beyond it to what was making her truly happy. Being rich in your life comes from being happy, satisfied with the direction life is leading you, and having loved ones close by-- not from having endless cash.
4. "In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different."
This can be applied in personal or professional settings. Professionally, it's important to bring a unique sets of skills, education, and experience that would be impossible to match. This will give you an edge in the workplace leaving you irreplaceable. Personally, if you constantly act as your own self it will set you aside from others. Your unique personality and combination of quirks will make you irreplaceable to those who love you.
5. "The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud."
It's becoming more common today that we see men and women around the world sharing their personal opinions and stories. With the influence of social media, people are now able to speak to a larger audience, but that doesn't mean it's easier. It can still be incredibly hard to share your raw emotions and thoughts with the world, not knowing how people will react. It's so important we continue to do this though, because with the power of our voices we can change the world.
