Wrapped Up in Revolution: Diane von Furstenberg’s Wrap Dress

In the fashion industry, many styles come and go. But some styles stand the test of time. Do you have a wrap dress in your wardrobe? I sure do. I love my wrap dresses. They’re comfortable and stylish. But did you ever give any thought to who invented these iconic dresses? Diane von Furstenberg is the Belgian-born American fashion designer who introduced us to this piece in the early 1970s. Diane von Furstenberg’s wrap dress revolutionised fashion, empowering women at a time when women were breaking free from social constraints. She celebrates her 77th birthday on New Year’s Eve.

Imagine it’s 1974. Women demand agency over their bodies and the freedom to make their own choices. Enter Diane von Furstenberg’s wrap dress. Made from stretchy jersey cotton fabric, it was comfortable, stylish and adaptable to any body shape. It exuded a chic, confident air. The wrap dress was a symbol that celebrated freedom and individuality.

The empowering strength of the wrap dress was subtle. The garment could be dressed up or down, workwear or a cocktail dress, while remaining effortlessly elegant. Women could express themselves through this fashion. It proved that women could combine power and glamour, comfort and be captivating all at the same time.

Candis Embodies this Revolutionary Spirit

We at Candis Creations celebrate this revolutionary spirit as it echoes deeply with our philosophy of comfortable, timeless and empowering women’s underwear. Our cotton undies celebrate the female form whilst combining comfort and beauty. Our materials move with you, not against you so you can wear them from day to night. Just like the wrap dress, our underwear empowers women to own their bodies, to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. We believe that true beauty comes from within, and our women’s lingerie is designed to accentuate that inner radiance, making every woman feel like the best version of herself.

Diane dress wasn’t just a piece of clothing; it was a a symbol of liberation and self-expression. And at Candis, we strive to create briefs that embody that same spirit. We want every woman who wears our underwear to feel empowered, confident, and beautiful, ready to take on the world with a smile and a swish of her own personal revolution. So, go ahead, wrap yourself in comfort, in confidence, in Candis – and rewrite your own narrative, one comfortable yet empowering piece at a time.