1. JASON WU Born : September 27, 1982 ( Age 31 ) Residence : Taipei, Taiwan Nationality : New York City, USA, Canada & Taiwan Education : Parsons The New School for Design, New York City Occupation : Fashion Design

2. Wu launched his ready-to-wear line of clothes with earnings from his years of doll designs. His first full collection debuted in 2006 and won the Fashion Group International 's Rising Star award in 2008. In June 2013, Wu was named as the Art Director of German fashion house Hugo Boss overseeing the entire womenswear range. In 2008 he was nominated for the CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund award. Jason Wu has emerged as a leading global talent based in New York with a distinctively feminine esthetic.

3. Jason Wu is a Taiwanese – Canadian fashion designer based in New York City. He is most famous for designing the dresses of Michelle Obama on several occasions, including during first and second inauguration of American President Barack Obama.

4. Fall 2014 Ready to Wear

6. "I create clothes for women who are not only fiercely fashionable but also own their power and femininity," explained Jason. Over 90% of the Jason Wu Collection is manufactured in New York City's Garment District. His handbag and shoe collection, launched in 2011, are 100% handcrafted in Italy using the highest quality materials and construction. The Jason Wu Collection was established with a commitment to making beautifully crafted clothes with a modern sophistication. Jason has always been driven by a curiosity to learn about construction, workmanship and perfecting every detail of his designs.

7. I don't believe that you have to dress in a masculine way to seem powerful. I think that the way a woman dresses doesn't have to be so aggressive. Being feminine is a powerful feature in itself. Power is in a person's demeanor. Jason Wu

8. I never thought of myself as being limited to fashion. I’m a designer, and if you can have a vision, you can apply that to anything. Jason Wu