Coco Chanel biography claims she used drugs, had lesbian affairs and loved a Nazi
New Coco Chanel biography claims to have proof that fashion icon used drugs, had lesbian affairs and loved a Nazi spy
12:57 AM on 2nd August 2011
A story less told: Elegant and poised, popular images of Coco Chanel rarely touch upon the lesser-known side of the designer”s “stuff of legends” life
Designs on Dali: Ms Chanel had many affairs including one with then-married Salvador Dali. Born in a poorhouse, hers is a true rags-to-riches tale
Proof, indeed: Coco Chanel: An Intimate Life claims to prove that Ms Chanel relied on opiates, enjoyed lesbian dalliances and had a Nazi spy lover