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Chanel No. 5
In 1921, one of the most famous perfumes in the world was launched in France. Chanel No. 5 was created for Coco Chanel, the fashion designer and good-time girl, who wanted something modern and fresh to suit the times.
(Photo: A young Coco Chanel. Credit: Getty images)
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