Materials/technology

• What materials are used for buttons and chain in the jackets?

  Gold or silver
• What is the purpose of the silk lining in the jackets?

  It creates a comfortable barrier against tweed
• What logos are stamped on the buttons?

  House of Chanel logos (CC/Lion etc)
• What does Chanel say about buttons and buttonholes?

  Never a button without a buttonhole
• What material is used to create the buckled tweed jackets?

  Tweed (boucle)
• How does the weaving of tweed affect the jacket?

  It creates a lightweight but warm jacket
• Why is calico cotton used in the jacket-making process?

  For quick and easy alterations to fit
• What is the benefit of cutting patterns from calico cotton?

  It allows for quick adjustments on the mannequin
• What is the primary function of the silk lining in the jackets?

  To provide comfort against the tweed
• What issue does the silk lining address for the wearer?

  It prevents scratching from the tweed
• What are the key materials and their functions in the Chanel jackets?

  • Gold or silver buttons: decorative and functional
  • Buckled tweed: lightweight and warm
  • Calico cotton: allows for easy alterations
  • Silk lining: provides comfort and prevents scratching