12 Chanel Products That Would've Made Coco Chanel Cringe

12 Chanel Products That Would've Made Coco Chanel Cringe

Few symbols are more revered in the fashion world than Chanel's double C's. Thanks to Coco Chanel's refined, edgy-yet-demure taste level, the French fashion house became known as one of the top tastemakers in the industry during her lifetime.

But it's been over 40 years since Coco's death, and her successors -- namely, Karl Lagerfeld -- have taken quite a few liberties with her logo, pasting it on some unconventional products. Just think: Would Ms. Chanel have ever put on a pair of rollerblades?

Below, check out some Chanel logo-emblazoned items that we doubt would've received Coco Chanel's seal of approval.

Chanel Flask Bag

flask

Chanel Boat

boat

Chanel Ankle Purse

ankle

Chanel Rollerblades

chanel rollerblades

Chanel Guitar

guitar

Chanel Surf Boards

surf board

Chanel Hula Hoop Bag

hula hoop

Chanel Weights

weights

Chanel Sneakers

sneakers

Chanel Football

football

Chanel No.5 Bottle Bag

five

Chanel Tennis Gear

tennis

Perhaps these garments are a better use of the classic logo:

Elizabeth Taylor, 1961

Celebrities In Chanel

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