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Tatler cover - Gabrielle Chanel & Alain Gerbault
Front cover of The Tatler featuring a snapshot taken at Eaton Hall, Cheshire seat of the Duke of Westminster, where Alain Gerbault, captain of the Firecrest and French lawn tennis star, was staying. Picture taken shortly after his attempt to sail around the world in 1929. Pictured with him is French fashion designer Gabrielle Coco Chanel, with whom the Duke enjoyed a romantic liaison during this period. Date: 1929
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Alain Chanel Coco Covers Designer Designers Eaton Gabrielle Gerbault Lawn Player Racquet Racquets Raquet Sailor Tatler Tennis Trip Westminster 1929
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In this snapshot from the past, the front cover of The Tatler magazine showcases an intriguing encounter between two extraordinary individuals: Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, the groundbreaking French fashion designer, and Alain Gerbault, a daring sailor and French lawn tennis star. The image was taken at Eaton Hall, the magnificent Cheshire estate of the Duke of Westminster, during the late 1920s. At the time, Alain Gerbault was recovering from his valiant attempt to sail around the world in 1929. His yacht, the Firecrest, had been damaged during his journey, forcing him to abandon his quest. The Duke of Westminster, known for his love of adventure and hospitality, welcomed Gerbault to his estate to offer him refuge and respite. Amidst the grandeur of Eaton Hall, an unexpected romance blossomed between Gerbault and the iconic Gabrielle Chanel. The fashion designer, known for her revolutionary designs that liberated women from the constraints of corsets, was a frequent visitor to the estate. She was captivated by the adventurous spirit of Gerbault and the allure of his daring exploits. The Tatler cover immortalizes this moment in time, capturing the essence of the Roaring Twenties and the spirit of adventure that defined the era. The image features Gerbault, with his tennis racquet in hand, and Chanel, dressed in her signature chic attire, as they engage in a friendly game of lawn tennis on the estate grounds. The photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of the past and the fascinating stories that unfolded during this remarkable period in history.
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