I always see where I didnt do things the right way. I only see the heavy lifting. Thats a bit of my wisdom, if you want to call it that. – Vera Wang
I wanted to define the vocabulary of a wedding both visually and intellectually. The book is about more than weddings or wedding dresses. Its a metaphor for womens lives, their creativity. – Vera Wang
Even the most understated ceremony involves a certain respect for ritual and pageantry. No one plays more of a significant role than the brides attendants. – Vera Wang
As the mother of two daughters, I have great respect for women. And I dont ever want to lose that. – Vera Wang
The funny thing is that Im the girl who no one sees at the beach. Ask anyone whos traveled with me. Normally, Im in so many layers, I look like Lawrence of Arabia! – Vera Wang
All those years of skating and dancing have carried over. I cant design anything without thinking of how a womans body will look and move when shes wearing it. – Vera Wang
Lets be realistic, how many people are buying a $2,000 skirt? I love to design things that people can actually buy. Im staggered by what a boot costs today. – Vera Wang
To me, eyewear goes way beyond being a prescription. Its like makeup. Its the most incredible accessory. The shape of a frame or the color of lenses can change your whole appearance. – Vera Wang
When I decided to get married at 40, I couldnt find a dress with the modernity or sophistication I wanted. Thats when I saw the opportunity for a wedding gown business. – Vera Wang
Design is about point of view, and there should be some sort of woman or lifestyle or attitude in ones head as a designer. – Vera Wang
I love a black wedding dress. – Vera Wang
There was no relationship between a wedding dress and fashion. There was no good taste, either. I realized that I could make an impression in terms of changing and readdressing the whole industry of bridal. – Vera Wang
When I design a wedding dress with a bustle, it has to be one the bride can dance in. I love the idea that something is practical and still looks great. – Vera Wang
I like the gritty parts of fashion, the design, the studio, the pictures. – Vera Wang
