FUN WITH MAPS – ISSUE 2021-86 DAILY FEATURE:

By Steve Kovacs (Introduction by Chuck Gibson)

LOVELAND, OH (May 05, 2021) – In Issue 2021-86 of Steve Kovacs Fun with Maps, we don’t go to Mexico for Cinco de Mayo, we head to Paris for the perfume.

Coco

Chanel No. 5 was released 100 years ago today.

This iconic perfume was created by the irresistible fashion designer and businesswoman Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel.

She singlehandedly drove the move to the sporty, casual chic as the new standard for women post World War I.  She led all aspects of fashion through her career. Her brand continues to influence fashion to this day.

Here is a map of the environs of the fashion capital, Paris, from 1720 by Homann.

Paris, from 1720 (Credit Steve Kovacs)

Steve Kovacs and his wife Theresa reside in Loveland, Ohio where they raised their two children. He is a passionate collector of antique maps.

Visit his antique map boutique world-on-paper online. Watch for his daily feature Steve Kovacs: Antique Maps & Fun Facts here on Loveland Beacon.