Elsa Schiaparelli
10 September 1890 – 13 November 1973
Elsa Schiaparelli was an Italian fashion designer who became one of the most prominent figures in Parisian haute couture between the two world wars. Known for her Surrealist collaborations with artists such as Salvador Dalí and Jean Cocteau, she created playful, avant-garde designs and popularized the color 'shocking pink.' She was a leading rival of Coco Chanel during the 1930s.
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Life events
Elsa Schiaparelli was born into an aristocratic family in Rome.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgAfter time in London and New York, Schiaparelli settled in Paris to pursue fashion.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHer knitwear featuring illusionistic bow designs brought her early success.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgSchiaparelli established her flagship house in central Paris.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe launched her signature vivid pink and a perfume in a torso-shaped bottle.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgTheir partnership produced the Lobster Dress, Shoe Hat, and Tears Dress.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgSchiaparelli relocated to New York during the German occupation of France.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgSchiaparelli released her autobiography reflecting on her career and life.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgElsa Schiaparelli died in her sleep in Paris at the age of 83.
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