20 design legends

1 ‘2.55’ bag (2022) by Chanel

Few handbags are as coveted or copied as the ‘2.55’, Chanel’s signature quilted flap design first created by Coco Chanel in February 1955 (the month and year from which it takes its name). Over half a century on, creative director Virginie Viard continues to explore Chanel’s timeless accessory, here reimagined in shocking pink cashmere tweed.

2 ‘Skeleton’ cutlery (2018) by Nendo, for Valerie Objects

Asymmetrical and idiosyncratic, Nendo’s ‘Skeleton’ cutlery set demonstrates the Japanese studio’s exceptional ability to reinvent conventional forms. The lighthearted charm of each piece makes it an irresistible addition to the dinner table.