Vera Wang
Vera Wang | |
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Wang in 2009 | |
| Born | Vera Ellen Wang June 27, 1949 New York City, U.S. |
| Education | Sarah Lawrence College (BA) |
| Occupation | Fashion designer |
| Spouse |
Arthur P. Becker
(m. 1989; sep. 2012) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Wu Peifu (great-grandfather)[1] |
Vera Ellen Wang (Chinese: 王薇薇; pinyin: Wáng Wēiwēi; born June 27, 1949)[2] is an American fashion designer. Wang initially pursued a career in figure skating before transitioning to fashion. She got her start working for Walmart then worked for Vogue and Ralph Lauren before launching her own bridal gown boutique in 1990.
Wang gained international recognition for her wedding dress designs. Her gowns have been worn by numerous celebrities. She expanded her brand to include ready-to-wear fashion, accessories, fragrances, and home goods. In December of 2024, Wang sold her namesake brand after 35 years in business to WHP Global.
- ^ "Vera Wang Wed To Arthur Becker". The New York Times. June 23, 1989. Archived from the original on April 23, 2023.
- ^ Friedman, Vanessa (September 15, 2014). 設計師王薇薇的房間,那裡什麼都沒有. The New York Times (in Chinese). Retrieved June 24, 2018.