Vera Wang, a native New Yorker, has been redefining bridalwear since 1990, when she opened her flagship salon at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City. Before transforming the wedding industry, Wang was a competitive figure skater, an editor at Vogue, and a designer at Ralph Lauren. It wasn’t until she launched her own label at 40 that her vision of modern bridal design truly took shape—combining drama, elegance, and a nontraditional edge.
Wang’s bridal collections are known for their sophisticated yet unexpected details, speaking to those who want something beyond the cookie-cutter white dress. In 2000, she expanded into ready-to-wear, bringing her layered, draped, and refined aesthetic to a broader audience. By 2005, her efforts were recognized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America, naming her “Womenswear Designer of the Year.”
Today, Vera Wang is more than just bridal and ready-to-wear. She’s built a lifestyle brand that includes fragrance, beauty, accessories, and home—all with her distinct touch of luxury and modernity. Her collaborations and influence keep her name at the forefront of fashion, while her collections continue to reflect a timeless yet forward-thinking approach to design. Even at 70-plus, Wang shows no signs of slowing down, proving that reinvention and staying relevant aren’t just buzzwords—they’re her way of life.
