Von Furstenberg's Lesson: Make Fashion Design Liberating


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by Marianne Salina
Fashion School Review Columnist

June 30, 2006


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Diane von Furstenberg is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of innovative clothing design for women. After her legendary creation of the knit wrap dress in 1972 and her bold challenge: "Feel like a woman. Wear a dress," Diane sold over five million wrap dresses, proving that fashion design is just as much about comfort as it is about style.

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Diane von Furstenberg provided a highly anticipated solution to the working woman's fashion dilemma: How to look professional and still feel feminine and sexy at the same time. By pursuing a more liberated look for women, Diane fostered a highly successful career in fashion design transforming a concept into a work of art.

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Von Furstenberg's entrance into the fashion design scene was apropos for women in the 70s, but as the times change, so do the needs and desires of the consumer. Attending fashion design school allows you to explore trends and fashion history, and schools you on how to build a career in fashion design with an eye on what the consumer wants.

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  • How can this look be more comfortable and more fashion forward?
  • Where is women's clothing design going over the next five years?
  • Which colors, cuts, fabrics, and patterns will enhance fashion design and make it more wearable?

 

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Marianne Salina is a freelance writer in Spokane, Washington. She writes about pursuits in education and degree opportunities.

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