Vera Wang, the iconic 76-year-old designer, made headlines once again for her daring and controversial appearance at the Met Gala. The designer, known for her creations in the bridal and evening fashion world, wore a provocative black dress from her own brand.
The outfit featured a one-shoulder design with a bandeau bra and a futuristic sleeve, paired with thigh-high boots, a choker, and sunglasses she occasionally removed.
The images of Wang quickly went viral, and while some praised her youthful appearance, others criticized her for being too thin and for choosing an outfit deemed “inappropriate” for someone of her age. Comments ranged from “She looks awful! She should be ashamed to appear like that at her age” to “She scares me” and “A living corpse,” with some even speculating, “She hasn’t eaten in 20 years.”
Vera Wang, who is of Chinese descent, is one of the most renowned designers in the wedding industry. She started her career as a fashion editor at Vogue before opening her own bridal boutique in New York at the age of 40. Her wedding dresses have been worn by celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Kim Kardashian, and Ariana Grande.
Despite the critiques of her appearance and style, Wang has remained unapologetic, brushing off the criticism. She attributes her youthful looks to a combination of fast food, vodka cocktails, and her workaholic lifestyle. However, her choice of “naked” dresses and swimsuit photos continue to spark debate about what is considered acceptable after 50, with many also speculating that she might be using Photoshop to enhance her image.
In 1989, Wang married investor Arthur Becker, and the couple adopted two daughters, Cecilia and Josephine. They divorced in 2012 but maintained a friendly relationship afterward.
