The Woman I Wanted to Be

A memoir from the iconic fashion designer, philanthropist, socialite and powerful feminist, Diane von Furstenberg, in which she reflects on her extraordinary life, from childhood in Brussels to creating the dress that came to symbolise independence for women, as well as her family and career, overcoming cancer, and building a global brand. Now in paperback.

Diane von Furstenberg entered the fashion world in 1972 and two years later introduced her famous wrap dress. Her luxury fashion brand, DVF, is now available in more than fifty-five countries all over the world. Codirector of the Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation, she is an active philanthropist and supporter of emerging female leaders and social entrepreneurs. She is the author of Diane: A Signature Life.