Vera Wang wiki, A&Q
Vera Wang
| Vera Wang 王薇薇 | |
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Wang at the 2009 premiere of City Island
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| Born | June 27, 1949 New York City, New York, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Fashion designer |
| Spouse(s) | Arthur Becker (m. 1989-2012) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | CFDA's womenswear designer of the year, 2005; André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award |
| Labels | Vera Ellen Wang |
Contents
Early life and education
Vera Ellen Wang was born and raised in New York City, and is of Chinese descent. Her parents were born in Shanghai, China, and came to the United States in the mid-1940s. Her mother, Florence Wu, worked as a translator for the United Nations, while her father, Cheng Ching Wang, owned a medicine company. Wang has one younger brother, Kenneth.Wang graduated from The Chapin School in 1967, attended the University of Paris and earned a degree in art history from Sarah Lawrence College. Wang began figure skating at the age of six.[2] While in high school, she trained with pairs partner James Stuart, and competed at the 1968 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. She was featured in Sports Illustrated's Faces in the Crowd in the January 9, 1968 issue.[3] When she failed to make the US Olympics team, she entered the fashion industry.[4] Wang continues to enjoy skating, saying, "Skating is multidimensional".[2]
In 1968, Wang was presented as a debutante at the International Debutante Ball at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City.
Career
Wang has made wedding gowns for many well-known public figures, such as Chelsea Clinton, Karenna Gore,[6] Ivanka Trump, Campbell Brown,[7] Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey, Victoria Beckham, Avril Lavigne, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Garner, Sharon Stone, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Hilary Duff, Uma Thurman, Holly Hunter, Kate Hudson,[8] Khloe Kardashian and Kim Kardashian. Wang's evening wear has also been worn by Michelle Obama.[9][10]
She has designed costumes for figure skaters, including Nancy Kerrigan, Michelle Kwan and Evan Lysacek. Silver medalist Nancy Kerrigan wore a unique design of Vera's for the 1994 Olympics. She designed the two-piece uniforms currently worn by the Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders.[11]
On October 23, 2001, her book, Vera Wang on Weddings, was released. In June 2005, she won the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Womenswear Designer of the Year. On May 27, 2006, Wang was awarded the André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Wang was inducted into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame in 2009, and was honored for her contribution to the sport as a costume designer.[12][13]
Twenty years after opening her first bridal boutique, Wang was awarded the Leadership in the Arts Award by the Harvard-Radcliffe Asian American Association. She accepted the award on April 17, 2010 at Identities, the Harvard association's annual charity fashion show.[14]
Wang's evening wear has been worn by stars at many red carpet events, including Viola Davis at the 2012 Academy Awards, Sandra Bullock at the Oscars in 2011 and Sofia Vergara at the 65th Emmy Awards.[15][16][17]
She was honored with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013. [18]
Retail
'White by Vera Wang' launched on February 11, 2011 at David's Bridal. Prices of the bridal gowns range from $600–$1,400 which gives more brides a more affordable way to wear Vera's designs.[21] In 2002, Wang began to enter the home fashion industry and launched The Vera Wang China and Crystal Collection, followed by the 2007 release of her diffusion line called Simply Vera, which are sold exclusively by Kohl's.[19]
In June 2012, she opened her third global and first Asian flagship store 'Vera Wang Bridal Korea', helmed by President Jung Mi-ri, in upmarket neighbourhood Cheongdam-dong in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.[22]
Personal life
In 1989, she married Arthur Becker in an interfaith Baptist and Jewish ceremony.[23][24] They resided in Manhattan with their two adopted daughters:[24] Cecilia (born 1990), who currently attends the University of Pennsylvania, and Josephine (born 1993), who attended The Chapin School and currently attends Harvard University. Becker was the CEO of an information technology services company called NaviSite until August 2010. In July 2012, Vera Wang Co. announced that the couple have separated. The separation was amicable.[25]In popular culture
Several movies and television shows have mentioned Wang's works.In the Sex and the City TV series, Charlotte York found Wang's wedding dress to be the perfect wedding dress, and wore it for her wedding to Trey MacDougal.[26] Wang's design was mentioned in the NBC television show The West Wing in the episode "The Black Vera Wang". In ABC's Ugly Betty TV series, Vera Wang makes a cameo as herself, designing a dress for Wilhelmina Slater's wedding to Bradford Meade.
In the film Sex and the City, Vera Wang was among the bridal gowns Carrie Bradshaw wore in her Vogue photo shoot. In the film Bride Wars, Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson wore custom-made Vera Wang gowns.[27]
In one of Totally Spies! episodes, "The Wedding Crasher", a villain named Wera Van (parody of Vera Wang), desires revenge on those who rejected her wedding dress designs.
Vera Wang also designed a wedding dress for Sarah Michelle Gellar's character Buffy Summers in the TV Series Buffy The Vampire Slayer episode "The Prom".
Filmography
Movies
- First Daughter (2004) as herself
- The September Issue (2009) as herself
Television
- Gossip Girl (2012) as herself
- Keeping Up with the Kardashians (2011) as herself
- Ugly Betty (2007) as herself
- Chelsea Lately (2011) as herself
Books
- Vera Wang, Vera Wang on Weddings, HarperCollins, October 2001 (ISBN 9780688162566).
See also
References
- "Vera Wang Wed To Arthur Becker". The New York Times. June 23, 1989. Retrieved April 23, 2010.
- Barsamian, Edward (December 20, 2011). "Vera on Ice". The New York Times. Retrieved December 20, 2011.
- Sports Illustrated, December 15, 2006, p. 66
- Krohn, Katherine (2006). Vera Wang (A&E Biography). Twenty-First Century Books. p. 112. ISBN 0-8225-6612-5.
- "Vera Wang". Fashion Model Directory.
- "Gore's Eldest Daughter Weds New York Doctor In Washington". CNN. July 12, 1997. Retrieved February 6, 2009.
- "NBC's Campbell Brown Gets Married" People. April 2, 2006. Retrieved February 6, 2009.
- RSVP for Gossip Girl's Finale Wedding! Retrieved March 1, 2009.
- "MICHELLE OBAMA DONS VERA WANG". Elle Magazine.
- 10 Best Dressed
- Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders Wayback Machine. Retrieved February 6, 2009.
- Vera Wang to be inducted into U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame
- Johnny Weir, Evan Lysacek in battle at figure skating nationals. USA Today
- "Cultural Couture: Campus catwalks redefine the relationship between minorities and fashion". The Harvard Crimson. April 20, 2010. Retrieved July 27, 2010.
- "Oscars 2012: Stars arrive". BBC News. February 27, 2012.
- "Sandra Bullock The Oscars 2014 | Academy Awards 2014". Oscar.go.com. Retrieved 2013-11-23.
- "Sofía Vergara Talks Wedding Dress: It Has to Be Vera Wang". E! Online UK. 2013-10-01. Retrieved 2013-11-23.
- "Vera Wang Lifetime Achievement Award". Vogue.
- Vera Wang - Designer Fashion Label Biography New York Magazine. Retrieved October 20, 2009.
- http://www.verawangfragrances.com
- "White by Vera Wang launches at David's Bridal". Davidsbridal.com. Retrieved 2013-11-23.
- Lee, Rachel (29 June 2012). "Vera Wang opens 1st Asia flagship in Seoul". Korea Times. Retrieved 16 December 2012.
- New York Times: "Vera Wang Wed To Arthur Becker" June 23, 1989
- Vera Wang by By Anne M. Todd
- "Vera Wang, Arthur Becker Separate After 23 Years Of Marriage". Huffington Post. July 11, 2012. Retrieved July 11, 2012.
- Amy Sohn. Sex and the City: Kiss and Tell.
- Bride Wars Style: A behind-the-scenes look at creating Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway's bridal fashion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was Vera Wang good for?
well its a wedding dress so its good for weddings and there extremlly pretty:)
What is Vera Wang most famous for?
her bridal gown collection.
Did vera wang work for vogue?
yes, after she came back from paris. She went to paris because she was depressed when she ended up having to quit ice skating.
Did Vera Wang get married?
She did. She actually created her business out of frustration because she thought there was too little choice for bride gowns around.
Is Vera wang married?
Yes, she has been married for close to 22 years to Arthur Becker.
Does Vera Wang have kids?
What fabrics does Vera Wang use?
Within her ready to wear collections Vera uses a variety of high end couture quality fabrics. She often uses medium weight silk faille for jacket and dresses as well as tons of heavy silk duchess satin in earth tones. Additionally Vera likes to play with draping in neutral colored jersey as well as in light weight silk gazar and organza
What is vera wang annual revenue?
Her actual earnings are around 115 million, the companies is around 1.5 billion
What are the names of some fragrances by Vera Wang?
Known more for fashion and design, noted American bridal gown maker Vera Wang also has a variety of fragrances on the consumer market. The most notable of these are Lovestruck, Pink Princess, and Bouquet.
Where has Vera Wang lived throughout her life?
Vera Wang as we know is a fabulous wedding dress designer. She has lived only in the most influential places throughout her life. New York City was where she was born and raised. Vera moved to Paris to complete her education. After she finished she was the editor at vogue for sixteen years but she quit when she didn't get the position for editor-in-cheif. The magic began as she went to the fashion industry for another outlet. The rest was history.
Where can someone buy a Vera Wang wedding dress?
One can purchase a Vera Wang wedding dress from the following locations. They are Davids Bridal, Nordstrom, Vera Wang, and The Knot to name just a few.
How much do vera wang wedding dresses go for?
Vera Wang dresses vary prices. Depending on the form and syle of the dress. they usually start at 3,000 and can go up from there.
Where can someone go to buy Vera Wang perfume?
You can go to Macy's department store to buy Vera Wang perfume. If you prefer to do your shopping online, you can visit Amazon and find the perfume there.
What is the average cost of a Vera Wang wedding dress?
The price for a Vera Wang wedding dress can vary from $2,500 USD to $25,000 USD. One can expect to pay $5,000 or unless a very simple dress is desired.
Where can one purchase Vera Wang Princess perfume?
If one is looking for Vera Wang perfume, the popular Princess scent can be bought at physical stores as well as through online vendors. Macy's and other upscale department stores carry it. Online marketplaces, including auctions and discount sites, may also have the brand at a given time.
What is the average price of a Vera Wang Princess fragrance?
Vera Wang Princess fragrance costs varies dependent on size and form. A 3.4 fl oz bottle of eau de toilette costs $24 while a larger bottle is $75. Gift sets are also available.
Is Vera Wang still alive?
yes
What is vera wang price range?
Normally, between 2000-8000 USD, although some bespoke dresses can go much higher.
What did these three entrepreneurs do Vera Wang Donald Trump and Bill Gates?
vera wang is a wedding dress designer
Where can I find a wedding dress similar with Vera Wang while with moderate price?
Actually, it's better to search online store with 'cheap wedding dress' tag, then select one which in simple Vera Wang look.
Did vera wang write a book?
Yes
How tall is Vera Wang?
5.2
Where has vera wang got shops?
New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago for bridal, as of August 2012
Does Vera Wang have brothers and sisters?
she has one brotherr kenneth
How does Vera Wang get inspirations for her dresses?
http://www.verawangonweddings.com/fashion/Five_Brides.aspx
this page tells you exactly where she get's her inspiration for her wedding dresses.
from the brides, themselves.
this page tells you exactly where she get's her inspiration for her wedding dresses.
from the brides, themselves.
Does vera wang live in china?
no. she lives in nyc with husband and 2 kids
Has vera wang had a facelift?
Yes
What college did Vera wang attend?
She attended University of Paris after graduating from Chaplin school in 1967, then she graduated from St. Lawrence College in 1971 with a degree in art history. Before she graduated she studied abroad at Sorbonne in Paris.
When did Vera Wang graduate college?
She graduated from The Chapin School in 1967, attended the University of Paris and earned a degree in art history from Sarah Lawrence College.
How rich is vera wang?
she makes about 20,000 dollars a week! wow if i had that much i would shop every day!
What is vera wangs religion?
well abviously its one dragon on the ground
Is Alexander Wang related to Vera Wang?
No, thwy are not related. Just as common in other people, they just happen to share the same last name and talent.
Are Vera Wang and Alexander Wang related?
No, Alexander Wang and Vera Wang are not related. They do not share similar DNA, they only share their last name. Wang is actually a very common last name in the Chinese descent.
Is Vera Wang anorexic?
Maybe.. She is so skinny and somewhat scrawny.
Who is Vera Wang?
Vera Wang is a fashion designer (born in New York, NY and of Chinese descent) most notorious for her wedding gown collections. She is very prominent in the fashion world as she has been senior editor for Vogue for 17 years, dressed many celebrities and athletes and has launched her brand through eye-wear, jewelry, house collections, shoes and fragrances.
How much does Vera Wang make?
Vera Wang makes $20,000 dollars a week. This means that she makes $1,040,000 annually.
When did Vera wang die?
Vera Wang is alive. She lives in New York with her family.
What is Vera Wang best known for?
vera wang is best known for her amazing bridal gown collection.
When was Vera Wang born?
Vera Wang was born on June 27, 1949.
Where is there a vera wang sale and how long is it?
There are vera wang sales in many high street stores, such as Debenhams and Selfridges in London, checking their websites is the best place to start for dates, as they are often only published a few days prior. Some online retailers sell Vera Wang as massively discounted rates, such as Cocosa.
Vera Wang is a millionaire or billionaire?
How old is Vera Wang?
Vera Wang is 62 years old (birthdate: June 27, 1949).
Did Vera Wang have any siblings?
If you mean Vera Wang the creator of the Princess perfume I dont think she had any siblings.If you mean Vera Wang the creator of the Princess perfume I dont think she had any siblings.
Where can you find where the vera wang sale is?
Check the circulars or stop into any store that sells Vera Wang products and you will know if there is a sale. You can always find deals online as well, or visit their official site for sales.
How do you you know if a Vera Wang purse is real?
How to identify authentic vera wang handbag
Where is the Vera Wang HQ?
225 W 39th St., New York, NY 10018, United States
(800)838-8372, (212)575-6400, http://www.verawang.com
How many Vera Wang stores are there in Kansas?
There is only one Vera Wang store in Kansas. It is located at the Town Center Plaza in Leawood, Kansas at 5068 W. 119th Street. They can be reached at 913-327-5875.
Where can one purchase Vera Wang perfumes?
A customer can purchase Vera Wang perfume from their local shopping center. They can be found in kiosks and retail spaces. Purchasing in a store is preferred as you can test the products. Purchaing online does not option.
Should you buy Vera Wang gowns?
You could. But it would be wiser to shop for any article of clothing based on function, form and value. Does it look good on you, and does it make you look good? Or does it just hang on you? Is the color, cut and style working for you? Or is it simply not the gown you should be wearing? If it is a knock out that causes your appearance to turn heads, then it's the one for you - regardless of what name is on the label. In general, the Vera Wang line is one that leans toward understatement. But it does not sacrifice elegance nor are materials skimped on. Never select anything to wear because it is fashionable. Choose something because it is stylish, and can be fit into the budget without overheating a credit card when it is pulled through the scanner.
Where can you buy Vera Wang wedding dresses?
eBay is where I was searching for one I tried auctions. They show the Vera Wang wedding dresses available for auction and buy it now. Some are from brides so have only been worn once where as others are from shows that may not have been worn. You're definitely getting a bargain!
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