CHANEL’s Post

CHANEL A Legacy of Elegance and Independence - For 115 years Privately Held. Founded in 1910 by the visionary Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel, the House of Chanel has become an iconic symbol of luxury, elegance, and timeless fashion. Coco Chanel, a trailblazer in the world of women’s fashion, revolutionized the industry by introducing a modern approach that emphasized comfort and simplicity, breaking away from the restrictive styles of the early 20th century. Coco’s journey began with a small hat boutique on Paris's Rue Cambon. Her innovative designs quickly gained popularity, leading to the expansion of her brand into clothing, perfumes, and accessories. The introduction of the Chanel No. 5 perfume in 1921 marked a significant milestone, becoming a cultural phenomenon and solidifying Chanel's status as a luxury brand. Chanel’s vision was not just about fashion; it was about empowering women. She believed in the importance of freedom and self-expression, often stating that luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury. This ethos is reflected in her designs, which favored casual elegance over opulence, allowing women to feel both chic and liberated. In the late 20th century, Chanel made a significant decision to remain privately owned, a choice that has allowed the brand to maintain its unique identity and creative vision. By avoiding the pressures of public markets and shareholder expectations, Chanel has been able to prioritize artistic integrity over commercial gain. This independence has fostered a culture of innovation, enabling the brand to evolve while staying true to its core values. Today, Chanel is not just a fashion house; it embodies a legacy of empowerment, creativity, and timeless style. Under the leadership of Leena Nair, who took on the role of CEO in 2021, the brand continues to honor Coco Chanel's vision while embracing modernity. Nair’s focus on sustainability and innovation aligns with the brand's commitment to excellence and its independent spirit. The decision to remain privately owned ensures that Chanel will continue to be a beacon of elegance and authenticity for generations to come. In a world where trends come and go, Chanel stands as a testament to the power of a strong vision combined with a commitment to authenticity, illustrating that true luxury is not simply about products, but about the values and stories behind them. #Chanel #LeenaNair #Fashion #Leadership

Filtering Life's Dirt: Discover Your Hidden Gems Filtering is all about "okay, i got the stuff i can see it in this dirt. And i'm gonna put it in this filter. I'm gonna shake it around and I'm going to see what falls out, because I'm trying to get this dirt out of here to see what the gold is or the diamonds or whatever it is that's in it." That's what the filter is for. It's going to be some moments you're going to want to fight yourself. You could be swinging at the air like Cuba Gooding on "Boys in the Hood". It's coming but it's the only way you're going to get to the other side. You got to fight your way through. After filtering there's a phase called aggregate. And it means to congeal. Learn more at trualchemi.com

When I was 8 or 9, my parents took us to see how pearls are created. The image has stuck with me for years. A natural pearl begins its life inside an oyster's shell when an intruder, such as a grain of sand or bit of floating food, slips in between one of the two shells of the oyster. In order to protect itself from irritation, the oyster will quickly begin covering the uninvited visitor with layers of nacre - a mineral substance. Basically, the oyster has heartburn and discomfort. Layer upon layer of nacre, also known as mother-of-pearl, coat the grain of sand until the gem is formed. ~~~~~~~~~~ As we grow our business, we must step outside of our comfort zone. We must do things that make us uncomfortable and scare us. But we must also know that these actions will eventually lead us to create something beautiful. On a more personal note: Living in a war zone has its discomforts. My son finds it hard to sleep in the dark. He fears the sirens. We take this and work on our faith. G-d is watching over us. He has a plan. I see how this situation has made my son more mature, stronger. He is turning into a beautiful gem. How's your gem coming along? #simplifyyourworkflow #makelifeeasier #fridaystory

🌊 "𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐡" 🌊 🎯 Just as honey, water, and oil layer themselves according to their density, we also find our place in life based on our unique #qualities and #resilience. Each liquid #settles #naturally, with the densest #sinking and the #lightest floating. This layering is a reminder of how our #strengths and #characteristics #shape our #positions and #interactions in the world. 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝘅𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝘄𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗹𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹, 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆! 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞? 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰! 👇 #LifeIsLikeLiquid #EmbraceYourDensity #FindYourPlace #NatureInspires #GoWithTheFlow #DensityMatters #UniqueStrengths #ty #tyt #tytly #tytlyinfotech

which one do you use? Please give me some info in the comments, (P.S - for those who still lives in the stone age- Blue Whale or Mesh of 6 white reaper swords, or is it 6 white spoons- which one should I use?)

Stone steps in a stream. https://lnkd.in/gtviuqQk

Cages aren’t made of iron, they’re made of thoughts. We build our own cages and live within them because we think they will keep us safe. It’s like building a wall around our hearts. When we see something that threatens our being, confidence, any sense of knowing that we’re okay—and we set up a bar. We know to not go there again. But when we start living within that cage, and decorating its steel bars with pretty little flowers, we’re brainwashed into thinking that it’s the real, free universe. That’s the stuff of breakdowns. We stop building cages and start digging graves. It's like the fear of someone or something or somewhere just penetrates our psyche and we’re following that dictator like we have no mind of our own. Some call it irrationality. To the extent that we’re able, we decide when we’re going to allow ourselves to be free, when the dictator is our own fear. We must free our minds. Even the caged bird can sing, if only he can find the tune. Free yourself from the confines that bind you. Maybe you built steel bars around your heart because you thought they had to be there. You wanted to protect yourself from being hurt so badly again. Take them down. Walk out. This may be physical or it may be metaphorical. But either way, know that there’s nothing worse than not experiencing life for the fear of what it may bring.

City Romance 75 x 120cm Oil on polycotton

Your Gold Coin I’m sure you sometimes wonder why there are so many people with different personalities, abilities, and interests. We can as well think of why we have so many different complex machines and simple tools around us.  I believe you’re getting a glimpse of the answer. The tools and machines are shaped differently because of what they are intended for—their purpose. In the same way, our differences are a result of the different purposes God has given to us. There is one common duty for all people—to search for that purpose. And the interests and abilities we have give us a clue to that.  What are your interests? What abilities do you have? What are you passionate about? What kind of experiences do you have? The carpenter is the best person to ask for the use of that weird wooden contraption in his workshop.  Go to God. He is the best person to help you find that.  And please remember, searching for gold takes time.  Be patient with God and with yourself.  Your gold coin is a vital resource for your contemporaries and posterity.  #ThePurposeDrivenLife ##findingyourpurpose #discoveringyourpath #lifepurpose #soulpurpose #meaningoflife #personalgrowth #selfimprovement #mindsetadjustment #lifehack #lifelessons #lifestrategies #lifeskills #lifecoaching

These are the real deal ones every business need. Believing in the goal/vision.