Coco Chanel, or Gabrielle Chanel, was a small-town girl before she became the fashion icon. Little Chanel was raised in an orphanage, ____31____ she first learned to sew and make clothes. By 17, she was trying her hand as a club singer. However, it was not Chanel’s voice ____32____ her keen eye for style that was to bring her fame and fortune. In 1923, with ample funds from her rich boyfriends, Chanel started her fashion business in Paris. Her reputation grew rapidly, and ____33____ , she was opening stores throughout France and beyond. By the 1920s, Chanel was one of the leading fashion designers due to her ____34____ and hard work. She redefined women’s fashion with her simple, elegant design. ____35____ copying the over-elaborate styles of her competitors, she converted ordinary fabrics into classy outfits that emphasize simplicity and comfort. 【題組】33
(A)long ago
(B)before long
(C)long enough
(D)for long
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