- She first worked as a scriptwriter and translator from 1919-1920
- She became prominent in the late 1920's
- Opened the House of Schiaparelli from 1928-1954
- Opened a branch in London in 1933
- Introduced the "Hot Pink" colour, coloured zippers and the wrap dress
- Was the first to introduce fashion shows with ramps, music and lights
- Her famous clients included: the Duchess of Windsor, heiress Daisy Fewlloes, actresses Katherine Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich
- Volunteered for the French War effort in the US during WWII
- After the end of WWII, Schiaparelli began launching fragrances called: Shocking, Sleeping, Le Roi Soleil
- Time magazine stated that Schiaparelli's designs were easy to copy by other dress factories
- Died in Paris on November 13, 1973
Evening Coat (Jean Cocteau collaboration)
1949 Collection
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