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In describing pop pixie Lily Allen's wardrobe, the word 'chic' is unlikely to spring readily to the lips.

And yet, despite the dinosaur costumes and bizarre onstage outfits, 24-year-old Lily is the latest muse for fashion giant, Chanel.

Previous poster girls for the French label include Audrey Hepburn, Catherine Deneuve and Marilyn Monroe, whose sexiness and elegance embodied the iconic Chanel style.

So it is something of a surprise to find that Lily is the latest 'muse' for Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld.

Miss Allen has already performed live as part of Chanel's latest catwalk show at Paris Fashion Week and is set to become the face of their latest offering, the Coco Cocoon bag (see pics shown).

But Lily's previous forays into the fashion world haven't been greatly successful. She recently designed a range of prom dresses for High Street chain New Look, which she teamed with trainers... hardly chic we think you'll agree.

But Mr Lagerfeld clearly sees something in the pop star. Of course, we'll need to see it too if she is to successfully sell the £1,600 bag.

We wait with baited breath.