Coco Chanel was one of the first women to create a business empire that is still popular today. She led and inspired so many women by her dignity and courage that made her conquer many obstacles. Ironically, she wasn't content in her comfort zone. In fact, she pushed herself out of it beyond belief and looked good doing it too! Leadership takes determination like hers, and that is why Coco Chanel is the very definition of a leader. She also will never be forgotten in the fashion industry all over the world. Chanel started many trends back in the 1900's and created and entirely different look for the women in the 20th century, that still live on today. Owning a little black dress and a suit is a must have in any professional woman's life. Chanel invented that! Back then, women would wear stiff corsets, that Chanel absolutely refused to wear, as she believed "Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury." Unfortunately, Gabrielle Chanel passed on January 10th in 1971. But, she sure did leave a lasting legacy.