Hello Wunderkinder. How are you all today? Taking Tuesday by the horns, I trust.
I apologize for directing you repeatedly to the Times, but really, of late, they've had some articles that are not to be missed! Some of you are probably fans of Diane von Furstenberg's clothing, and I know I've featured some of her pieces here in the past. But...for a while now, I've been looking out for one of her kernels of spoken wisdom to feature. And I thought it would be a nice follow up to yesterday's post about Lillian Bassman.
Some time ago, I caught an interview with DvF on NY1, and was delighted and intrigued by her candor. She told a story about being seated next to a male business executive on a flight in the 1970's, and his complete surprise at seeing a woman reading the Wall Street Journal. Well, times and trends have definitely sided with Ms. von Furstenberg...who was a pioneer in creating not only a new role for women at work, but a model for women in life.
I greatly enjoyed her honesty, humor, and practical yet memorable views in this article; which offers a great mix of business and life wisdom. I hope you'll enjoy it too.
Enjoy your day, all!
Article > here
DVF blog and news...well worth exploring! > here
Latest Collections (with a very cool splash page) > here
SO cool....she is indeed a classy lady! Thanks hun!
xo
Melis
Posted by: Melissa | Jul 21, 2009 at 09:58 AM
susy, that artocle was just what i needed to read today. thank you...love that quote, that whole paragraph--it's going on my wall now...you soooo rule...
Posted by: bonbon oiseau | Jul 21, 2009 at 10:30 AM
She's such a badass, isn't she? An inspiration for women in all fields.
Posted by: P. | Jul 21, 2009 at 11:42 AM
Yaaay! My friends! So nice to know you enjoyed this as much as I did.
I'm sure shared interest in this type of philosopy is one of the reasons we all get along so well. :)
Posted by: Susy | Jul 21, 2009 at 03:03 PM