Mademoiselle Chanel inspired many artists in her lifetime from Stravinsky to Picasso, and apparently she continues to do so.  Japanese artist “Tetsuya Noguchi has created some concept samurai armor suits designed to appeal to the fashion-conscious warrior. Made from resin, cashew lacquer, cloth and glass, the exquisitely crafted protective suits sport the iconic double-C logo, allowing the wearer to flaunt his superior social status while crushing the enemy on the battlefield.”  (Pink Tentacle)

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