Paris Fashion: Chanel

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Paris Fashion: Chanel – Practical chic was the name of the game Tuesday at Chanel, which delivered classic suits embellished with snap-on cuffs and collars that can be removed to dress the looks down.

Jade green and baby girl pink added a welcome touch of color to the black looks and infused the French label’s hallmark tweed jackets with an optimistic freshness.

The jackets, some cropped, some shimmering with intricate beadwork, were paired with short pencil skirts, A-line dresses, cuffed trousers and long, flowing chiffon skirts. Accessories, such as belts, flattop full-brimmed hats, chunky rings and knit arm and leg warmers, figured prominently in the winter 2010 ready-to-wear collection.