Balsan, played brilliantly by Benoit Poelvoorde, introduces her to the Parisian high society and fashion -- lavishness the wide-eyed Chanel rapidly acclimatized to.
The Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel officially became Waldorf Astoria Chicago in February, and so far, not much but the name has changed celebrated restaurants Ria and Balsan, the custom Vi-Spring beds and the no tipping policy remain.