The first time we saw those iconic interlocking Cs, we were just a little girl sneaking a spritz of our mother’s Chanel #5.

Even though we’re all grown up, we still like to play dress-up at the new 900 square-foot Chanel Fragrance and Beauty Space at the Bay Downtown Montreal. Decorated the brand’s signature beige and gold, this stunning boutique offers shoppers the opportunity to consult with experts to find the perfect Chanel scent and try different looks at one of several play stations at the large Makeup Table. Feeling oh-so-Coco (Chanel, that is)? You can book a VIP consultation to get individualized skin care and fragrance advice in complete privacy.

As the lady herself once said “Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.”

Chanel at The Bay, 585 St. Catherine St. W., Montreal, www.hbc.com

It’s no quilted chain bag, but we’ll take it.

Just in time to flash some spring skin, the house of Chanel has launched a line of temporary tattoos ($75/55 tattoos) designed by Creative Director Peter Philips.  The Trompe l’Oeil skin art includes classic Chanel symbols like chains, pearls, wheat, tiny swallows and interlocking c’s that can be applied around the neck, wrist, ankle or leg.

Now that’s making a fashion statement.

Available March 15 at Chanel, Holt Renfrew, 1300 Sherbrooke Street W., Montreal, 514-842-7318, www.holtrenfrew.com

Before we all started running around in boyfriend jeans, the queen of bespoke femininity was called Coco.

In our quest for elegance we’re seeking advice from The Gospel According to Coco Chanel. This witty style guide includes timeless tips and lessons in grace inspired by the legendary designer.  Modesty is sexy - Chanel always referred to her chauffeur as the "mechanic."  Men’s closets are there to be raided - she looked fabulous in Boy’s sweaters, belted at the waist. Simplicity is chic -  outrageous jewelry always looks best against a simple black dress.

That’s why we’re loco for Coco.

The Gospel According to Coco Chanel, $15.64 at Amazon.ca