black dress sheer Dyer Sleeve Mini style bodice with lined Oh My Lace Sheer Black

As many know, Coco Chanel's October 1926 collection included her now iconic "Ford" dress (so named because, like the Model T Ford, it only came in black)

And the black beaded belt around the natural waistline

However, as mentioned, they arent always the most versatile

In a black overcoat toughened with leather panels worn over a white blouse and abbreviated trousers, and punctuated with masculine boots and a substantial pendant, actress Sammi Chengs look is decidedly edgy

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