The Chanel logo is one of the most recognizable logos in the world, so it’s no wonder that its branding power has been channeled into a number of creative Chanel spin-offs. We’ve featured some of the best in this bunch below, from Chanel fishing rods and tennis rackets to bicycles and museums. Check out these and more Chanel spin-offs below.
Implications - Even the oldest, most successful companies grow restless, which is why the world's iconic brands often venture into industries outside of their original market. This effects smaller companies in two ways: it increases the risk of sudden competition in any given industry and serves as an example for other organizations to live by. In today's crowded market, to serve one demographic exclusively could be fatal, thus, spreading oneself out may not be a bad idea.
25 Clever Chanel Spin-Offs
From Lagerfeld-Designed Fishing Rods to Couture-Inspired Cars:
Marissa Brassfield — Sep 6, 2009 — Fashion
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Chanel Tennis Racket
Sport Equipment For The Brand Conscious
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Haute Couture Cupcakes
From Chanel to Louis Vuitton, Sweet Fashion-Inspired Desserts
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Couture Angling
Chanel Fishing Rod
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Chanel Bicycle
Designers Against Global Warming
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Haute Couture Cars
The Chanel Fiole is a Study in Elegant Black & White Design
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CHANEL 3rd
Low Cost Perfume for the Third World
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Diamond Skull Microphone
Kylie Chanels Marilyn
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Celebrity Self-Parodies
Chanel's Lagerfeld Says ‘Karl Who?' With Tote Bag
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Couture Rock Instruments
Chanel Guitar for Fashionista Musicians
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Romantic Rumor Flicks
‘Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky' Pays Tribute to Old Lovers
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Kaiser Choppers
Karl Lagerfeld Unveils a Custom Designed Chanel Motorcycle
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Minty Nail Lacquers
Chanel Announces the Release of Coveted Jade Nail Polish
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Artfully-Abused Logos
Counterfeit Chanel Art
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Couture-Inspired Cars
The Saab Fashionista Evokes Karl Lagerfeld & Chanel Style
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Massive Purse Exhibits
Chanel 2.55 Opens in NYC
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Couture Clamshell Handbags
Chanel Runway Accessory Packaging Given the Lagerfeld Touch
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One-Of-A-Kind Watch
Chanel J12 Tourbillon
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Transient Art Pavilion
Zaha Hadid's Chanel Design
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Fashion Segways
Chanel-Branded Segway Is The Black Beauty of Personal Transit
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Designer Drip Bags
Olivier Trillon Turns Hospital Gear High Fashion With Chanel IVs
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Sleek Ceramic Watches
The Chanel ‘J12 Noir Intense' Oozes Luxury
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Fashion Bubbly
Tony Conigliaro Creates 'Cocktail No. 5' Chanel Champagne
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Patriotic Cosmetics
Chanel London Madness Collection Has Union Jack Flag Eye Shadow
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Designer Coins
Chanel 125th Anniversary Euro by Karl Lagerfeld
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Logo Lip Creams
Levres Signess Chanel Compact is Limited-Edition Loveliness
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Chanel Tennis Racket
Sport Equipment For The Brand Conscious
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Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Versace
Clever Christmas Cupcakes
Cute Mini Cake Inspiration
Haute Couture Cupcakes
From Chanel to Louis Vuitton, Sweet Fashion-Inspired Desserts
Logo Ubiquity
Overuse of Louis Vuitton's Logo
Designer Ladies Weapons by Antonio Riello
$260,150 Chanel "Diamond Forever" Tote
World's Most Expensive Bag
Ankle Purses
Laugh, But Chanel Knows You'll Want One
Couture Angling
Chanel Fishing Rod
Hollywood Self-Parody
Rebecca Romijn & Jerry O'Connell in “Mystique is Pregnant”
Designer Weapons
The Revolution Will Be Fabulous Exhibit
Chanel Bicycle
Designers Against Global Warming
33 Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld Innovations
Tattooed Supercars
Street Art Meets Street Racing for the ‘Sharpie Lamborghini'
Haute Couture Cars
The Chanel Fiole is a Study in Elegant Black & White Design
Badass Baby SUVs
Audi Reveals the New Q5 at the Wörthersee Tour
Segway x2 Adventure
Second Generation with Advanced Balancing
Motorcycle Bikes
The Team Tentakulus 'Shocker' Looks as Cool as a Chopper
Storytelling Cupcakes
Nursery Rhyme-Themed Baked Goods Are Gorgeous Works of Edible Art
Hungry Caterpillar Cupcakes
Canadian Baker Creates Custom Dessert Delights
Couture Teddy Bears
Karl Lagerfeld by Steiff
Self-Parody Ads
Victoria Beckham Plays Hide & Seek in Dress Collection Commercial
Flower Pot Cupcakes
The Perfect Dessert For Garden Parties or Mothers Day Bashes
Celebrity Self-Parodies
Chanel's Lagerfeld Says ‘Karl Who?' With Tote Bag
Iceberg Cars
Cerulian Concept Car by Shawn Deutchman Makes for Icy Adventures
Couture Rock Instruments
Chanel Guitar for Fashionista Musicians
Computer App Cupcakes
Uber-Geeky Baking Inspiration
Gun Shoes
Chanel Vice Heels
Edible Knitting
DIY 'Knit Nights' Yarn Ball Cupcakes Made With Colorful Marzipan
Sunny Spring Cupcakes
Bright Seasonal Baking to Put a Smile On Your Face
Nature Inspired Supercars
The Lamborghini Insecta Concept Turns Bug to Glass and Carbon Fiber
Matte Nail Polish
O.P.I Releases Subtly Cool, Non-Shiny Colors For Fingernail Tips
High Fashion Motorcycles
Christian Audigier Creates Customized Ducati Monster 1100
Ornate Russian Fashion
Karl Lagerfeld's Pre-Fall Campaign for Chanel
Exotic Supercars by Fashion Designers
Versace LE Lamborghini Convertible
Pirate Hat Fashion
Chanel 2010 Cruise Collection Features Three-Cornered Hats
Couture Hospitality Uniforms
The Hotel Missoni Edinburgh Outfits Staff in Missoni Gear
Kaleidoscopic Catsuits
Surprising Sexy Pieces for Chanel Fall 2009
$62,000 Diamond-Studded Lipstick
Luxury Lips from Guerlain
$24,000 Crocodile Skin Clutch "Eco-Friendly"?
Chanel Crocodile 2.55
High-Class Choppers
Bentley Motorcycle is the Layman's Alternative to a Continental
Film Noir Fashion Tributes
Chanel's Mobile Art Website Blends Drama and Elegance
Patriotic Footwear
Alexander McQueen Union Jack Ankle Boots
Hospital Fashion
Fashion Designer Spends Years to Hide Patient Rears
Boardwalk Runway Shows
Marine-Inspired Chanel Cruise 2010 Show in Venice
Logo Lookalikes
Google Chrome Icon Very Familiar
Frilly Sleeves & Collars
Feminine Details Found On Chanel RTW A/W ‘09/10 Catwalk & Backstage
Artfully-Abused Logos
Counterfeit Chanel Art
Designer PSAs
Karl Lagerfeld Road Safety Campaign
Bubbly Concept Cars
Mitsubishi i MiEV Sport Air Debut at the Geneva Auto Show (Update)
Dark Bedroom Fashion
Chanel Cruise 2010 Campaign Gets Intimate
Dripping Logos
Street Art By Zevs
Chanel Cruise Collection
Featuring Rinko Kikuchi
Clinical Restaurants
Hospitalis in Latvia
Illuminated Sequined Goatskin Shoes
Chanel Light Bulb Heels
No More Boring Fridges
Smeg Union Jack Refrigerator
Union Jack Handbags
Agyness Deyn's Chanel Clutch
Union Jack Fashion
Ziad Ghanem's "English Boys and Working Girls"
3 Seater Hybrid Concept Cars
The Peugeot Stylight by Ognyan Bozhilof
Patriotic Auto Wraps
Union Jack Lotus Exige S
Manga Munchies
Cakes & Cupcakes With a Hint of Anime & Manga
Air-Powered Motorcycles
Green Speed Bike Moves by the Power of the Elements
Designer Desserts
Karl Lagerfeld's Holiday Log
Ring Around the Cardigan
Chanel Couture Show in Paris
One-Of-A-Kind Watch
Chanel J12 Tourbillon
Weapons in Disguise
Lipstick Stun Gun
Scented Nail Polish
Revlon Releases ‘Fruitful Temptations' Lacquer Line
Animated Fashion Icons
Karl Lagerfeld in Grand Theft Auto
Transient Art Pavilion
Zaha Hadid's Chanel Design
Money Make-Overs
The Dutch-Designed 5 Euro Coin
Fashion Segways
Chanel-Branded Segway Is The Black Beauty of Personal Transit
IV Bag Lamps
Instead of Going to the Hospital, Bring it Home With Daniel Lorch's Kooky Light
Fashion Bubbly
Tony Conigliaro Creates 'Cocktail No. 5' Chanel Champagne
Swarovski Segways
The Titanium Diamond
Cute Hospital Disposables
Teddy Bear Blood Bag Puts Young Patients at Ease
Patriotic Cosmetics
Chanel London Madness Collection Has Union Jack Flag Eye Shadow
Anime Themed Hospitals
Cute Deliveries At The Hello Kitty Maternity Ward
Designer Fashion War Tees
Lagerfeld, McQueen, & Galliano Battle on Darkhorse
Designer Coins
Chanel 125th Anniversary Euro by Karl Lagerfeld
Princess Nail Polish
Essie & Judith Ripka Make Line of Jewel-Filled Nail Lacquer
Wedding Treats for Geeks
Pacman Cupcakes Will Unite You in Nerdalicious Matrimony
Logo Lip Creams
Levres Signess Chanel Compact is Limited-Edition Loveliness