Why is Chanel Coco famous?

Firstly, its Coco Chanel, have you never heard of chanel fashions???? its my fave shop , chanel, any way, coco chanel was a famous designer. she isn't anymore?is she still famous? Erm... Coco Chanel was famous for designing her "Little Black Dress" and introducing more comfortable, casual women's clothes and replaced the corset with comfort and casual elegance. I hope this helps, i think its better than the last answer, which I thought was a little offensive :)