(2 of 8) Celebs in ChanelA pioneer of modern sportswear, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel made waves with her jersey separates and costume jewelry when she opened her luxury house in the 1920s. After her successful reign, the German-born designer Karl Lagerfeld joined Chanel as creative director in 1983. During his tenure, Lagerfeld has put a modern spin on several Chanel classics—including the LBD, the tweed two-piece suit, and the quilted chain-strap purse—which have become favorites of today’s trendsetters. Rachel Bilson Looking sleek and sophisticated, Bilson arrives at the Beverly Hills shop in an elegant party frock trimmed with bands of jewel-toned gemstones. She finishes off the decadent look with a stack of gold bracelets on her arm and simple black pumps. September 20, 2007
