Dove launches book "Identity Is Not Destiny - A Collection of Writing Your Own Destiny"

To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, Dove – a brand with over 50 years of history – has just launched the book "Identity Is Not Fate" to affirm that fate is not predetermined and true beauty cannot be confined within rigid boundaries. Every woman can write her own life story with extraordinary willpower.

Ho Chi Minh City, March 8th and 9th, 2025 - Dove, a brand with over 50 years of history and a diverse range of hair care and body care products, has officially launched a special book titled "Identity Is Not Fate | A Collection of Stories: Rewriting Your Own Destiny," offering authentic and inspiring stories about Vietnamese women's journeys in overcoming social prejudices. The book powerfully affirms that fate is not predetermined, and true beauty cannot be confined within rigid frameworks. Every woman is the one who determines her own destiny with extraordinary willpower, writing a beautiful life for herself!

Swimmer Ánh Viên is one of the inspiring figures featured in the book.

In East Asian culture, physiognomy has long linked physical appearance to a person's destiny, creating invisible but deeply ingrained prejudices against women. From "high cheekbones indicate a husband's misfortune" to "broad shoulders signify a life of hardship," these prejudices are like invisible cages trapping the potential of women.

"Identity is not destiny | Anthology of Rewriting Your Own Destiny" tells the story of 10 women, from famous faces like swimmer Anh Vien, singer Pham Quynh Anh, and beauty vlogger Luna Dao, to ordinary yet extraordinary women in everyday life. They have turned their own "fate" upside down through their own willpower and determination, proving that true beauty lies in self-confidence, compassion, and the strength to overcome adversity.

Each story is a unique piece of music, with the somber notes of difficult times and the high notes of breakthrough moments. And above all, each page is a mirror reflecting the inner strength of Vietnamese women – strong, resilient, and constantly striving for success.

Traditional art, modern values

With its unique blend of inspiring content and illustrations from Hang Trong paintings—a form of Vietnamese folk art—this book offers a profound and artistic experience, helping readers to re-examine themselves from a new perspective: Every beauty deserves to be celebrated, and every destiny can be rewritten.

A journey to spread a positive message.

The tour at Dove's book launch event was not only a journey to discover the true beauty of women, but also an opportunity for each participant to reflect on themselves. Each step through the exhibition spaces showcasing "identity" and "destiny" evoked profound emotions, from confronting outdated prejudices to the overwhelming joy of witnessing stories of "life-changing fortunes."

The book "Identity Is Not Fate - A Collection of Stories: Rewriting Your Own Destiny" inspires people to believe that every woman can write her own life story with extraordinary willpower.

At the end of the journey, each guest will receive a postcard from the program, where they can write their own "destiny" in their own hand.

The book "Identity Is Not Destiny | Anthology of Rewriting Your Own Destiny" is not only a meaningful gift for Vietnamese women but also a source of inspiration for all those seeking motivation to overcome adversity and write their own beautiful destiny.

Source: Business Information