Date of Birth: September 27, 1982
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Jason Wu is a Taiwanese-Canadian fashion designer renowned for his sophisticated and elegant designs. Born in Taipei, Taiwan, Wu moved to Vancouver, Canada, with his family when he was nine years old. Demonstrating a keen interest in fashion from a young age, Wu designed doll clothes and studied sculpture in Tokyo before attending Parsons School of Design in New York City. He launched his own line, Jason Wu, in 2007 and quickly gained prominence in the fashion world. Wu’s big break came in 2009 when Michelle Obama chose to wear one of his designs for the inaugural ball, catapulting him into the spotlight. Since then, he has dressed numerous celebrities and continued to expand his brand, which includes ready-to-wear collections, accessories, and fragrances. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and modern yet timeless aesthetic, Wu has become a staple in the fashion industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Jason Wu
1. Jason Wu designed the inaugural gowns for First Lady Michelle Obama in both 2009 and 2013.
2. He was awarded the Swarovski Award for Womenswear at the CFDA Fashion Awards in 2010.
3. Wu served as the artistic director for Hugo Boss’s women’s ready-to-wear line from 2013 to 2018.
4. He launched a diffusion line called ‘Grey Jason Wu’ in 2016, aimed at offering more accessible luxury fashion.
5. Jason Wu has collaborated with several brands, including Target and Eloquii, to create exclusive collections.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jason Wu
1. “I always have that feeling of wanting to be better. I always want to achieve more.”
2. “Fashion is not a necessity. It pulls at your heart. It’s a whim. You don’t need it. You want it.”
3. “The most important thing for me is to have a long-term, sustainable business.”
4. “I love women who are strong and confident. I love women who are not afraid to be themselves.”
5. “Fashion should be a form of escapism, and not a form of imprisonment.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$10 million
Children
As of the latest available information, Jason Wu does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.jasonwustudio.com/
2. [Jason Wu on Vogue](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/designer/jason-wu
3. [Jason Wu on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jasonwu/
5. [Jason Wu’s Profile on CFDA](https://cfda.com/members/profile/jason-wu
