Diane Von Furstenberg Receives Her Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur From Christine Lagarde in Paris

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.DVF receives her Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur from Christine Lagarde, the President of the European Central Bank, in Paris.

, who likewise channeled the zeitgeist of their times. “Your wrap dress beautifies women’s bodies without either restricting them or burdening them with too much sophistication,” Lagarde said. “The woman clothed by Diane Von Furstenberg is free in her movement and free to take life in her own hands.”

Lagarde then turned to Von Furstenberg’s philanthropy and her recognition of women of strength, courage, and leadership. The Diller-Von Furstenberg Family Foundation, which Von Furstenberg founded with her husband Barry Diller, has recognized Anita Hill and Jane Goodall, among many others.

When the Legion’s five-point cross and red ribbon was affixed to Von Furstenberg’s sparkling velvet dress, she delivered a moving speech of her own. “I want to salute what the Statue of Liberty represents: freedom and hope. We need to remember it was originally named Liberty Enlightening the World, and god knows we need it.” She went on: “I am accepting this Legion D’Honneur with pride and humility, knowing that recognition and honor give us a voice.

 

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