As portrayed by Ms. Baldwin, history’s most influential designer and business tycoon Coco Chanel will share the story of her rise to fame, her fashion theories and innovations and the creation of her most famous fragrance. She will also be candid about her competitors and the men in her life.

Attendees will enjoy a variety of finger sandwiches, scones, and finger-tip desserts as well as teas and other beverages.

No reservations will be accepted after Friday, February 22. Register online via ywcaelgin.ywca.org/whb19; by check made payable to the YWCA Elgin at 220 E. Chicago St., Elgin, 60120; or by contacting YWCA Elgin at 847.742.7930.

The event is co-sponsored by Altrusa International Club of Elgin, Elgin Area AAUW, Elgin Community College, Elgin History Museum, Gamma Xi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, League of Women Voters of Elgin and YWCA Elgin.