Diane Von Furstenberg Introduces Wonder Woman Inspired Collection And Comic Book
(October 14, 2008 – New York, NY) - To celebrate the debut of Diane von Furstenberg’s Wonder Woman-inspired Holiday 2008 collection, DVF will release a limited edition comic book “Be The Wonder Woman You Can Be: The Adventures of Diva, Viva and Fifa,” published by DC Comics.
The proceeds from the sale of the book will benefit Vital Voices, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women worldwide.
“The collection and stories that I have created are really about empowerment and finding our inner strength,” says Diane von Furstenberg. “The truth is that there is a little bit of Wonder Woman inside each of us.”
The collection features a capsule of ready-to-wear dresses, inspired by the super heroine’s motifs and powerful mystique. Gold stars shoot across a black dress and fireworks explode on fabrics recalling Wonder Woman’s transformation from her alter ego Diana.
The comic series echoes the collection’s message of empowerment through the stories of its characters Diva, Viva, and Fifa. In addition to the DVF story illustrated by artist Konstantin Kakanias, the large-format book features a cover art gallery through the ages, and includes previous published material from William Moulton Marston, comic historian Les Daniels, television’s Wonder Woman Lynda Carter, and Gloria Steinem. Diane has included in the book her “Words to Live By,” phrases that inspire her and that she hopes will inspire others.
“Diane von Furstenberg is the embodiment of a Wonder Woman. She is a source of inspiration to women around the world, and her passion is ever-present in this collection and comic book,” said Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
The comic graphics will also adorn T-shirts, tote bags and notebooks that have been produced in limited edition to further benefit Vital Voices.
ABOUT DIANE VON FURSTENBERG
DIANE von FURSTENBERG, one of the premier names in American fashion, was founded in 1972 by the designer. Renowned for its iconic wrap dress and signature prints, DVF has grown into the global luxury lifestyle brand known today. The company, headquartered in New York City, has expanded to a full comprehensive line of ready-to-wear, swimwear, handbags, footwear, luggage, accessories, fine jewelry, fragrance and rugs. Its distinctive collections are sold in over 56 countries and in 26 namesake retail boutiques worldwide.
ABOUT KONSTANTIN KAKANIAS
Greek born artist Konstantin Kakanias shows his paintings and sculpture installations in galleries and museums around the world. His drawings have appeared in the New York Times, Vogue and Vogue Paris, Interview and The New Yorker, among others. He has published several books, most notably the cult favorite, “Mrs. Tependris ... just before the Athens 2004 Olympics,” which was published for the Greek Olympics 2004 by the Greek Minister of Culture.
ABOUT VITAL VOICES
Vital Voices Global Partnership is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that identifies, trains, and empowers women leaders around the world, enabling them to create a better world for us all. The organization’s international staff and team of 1,000 pro bono mentors, have trained and mentored more than 5,000 women from 150 countries since 1997.
www.vitalvoices.org ABOUT WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world. ABOUT DC COMICS DC Comics, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world and home to such iconic characters as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Sandman. These DC Super Heroes and others have starred in comic books, movies, television series (both animated and live-action) and cyberspace, thrilling audiences of all ages for generations. DC Comics’ Web site is located at www.dccomics.com.# # #
www.vitalvoices.org ABOUT WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world. ABOUT DC COMICS DC Comics, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world and home to such iconic characters as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Sandman. These DC Super Heroes and others have starred in comic books, movies, television series (both animated and live-action) and cyberspace, thrilling audiences of all ages for generations. DC Comics’ Web site is located at www.dccomics.com.