Vera Wang

From world-class figure skater to the world's most iconic bridal designer.

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Occupation

Fashion Designer

Born in

New York City

Born

June 27, 1949

Zodiac

Cancer

28,186

days alive

77

years old

$1.6B

net worth

#102 of 2,697

Born
June 27, 1949 in 🇺🇸New York City
Zodiac
♋︎Cancer·ox 🐂
Updated Jul 2026

About

Vera Ellen Wang 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.

Before Fame

Vera Wang was a competitive figure skater and later worked at Vogue and Ralph Lauren.

Family Life

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Earth
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Sun Sign

Cancer♋︎

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Moon Sign

Cancer♋︎

Dominant Element

Water

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Planetary positions calculated for June 27, 1949

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2024
Day 27,216
Age 74

Sold Namesake Brand

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2024

Vera Wang sold her namesake brand to WHP Global after 35 years in business.

1990
Day 14,932
Age 40

Opened Bridal Boutique

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May 15, 1990

Vera Wang launched her own bridal gown boutique.

1948
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Age -1

Born in New York City

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Jun 27, 1948

Vera Ellen Wang was born in New York City.