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“I started at the very highest level so the upper end is something I know very well. I know it instinctively. But all the years I was designing, it frustrated me that I could reach so few women. Design is about point of view, and there should be some sort of woman or lifestyle or attitude in one's head as a designer. So my being able to reach the masses was something that meant a great deal to me - especially for women who could never wear Vera Wang.”

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Vera Wang

Vera Wang is an internationally renowned fashion designer known for her elegant tailoring and exquisite details. Born on June 27, 1949, Wang has a deep passion for fashion since her childhood. After studying fashion design in New York, she worked as an editor for Vogue magazine, accumulating rich experience in the fashion industry. In 1990, she launched her own brand and quickly became a leader in the global high-end wedding and evening wear market. more

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