Taipei-born designer Jason Wu has quite an eclectic background. He started out as a freelance doll-clothing designer but quickly made a name for himself with real girls in the fashion world with his luxe, superfeminine sportswear. Wu's easy, glamorous designs are a hit among stylish stars like Diane Kruger, Blake Lively, and Natalie Portman — not to mention First Lady Michelle Obama, whom he dressed for the Inaugural Ball both in 2008 and 2013. And who could forget that Target collection! Each of Wu's collections is impeccably crafted, blending classic haute couture techniques with a modern, sophisticated sensibility. Take a look back at Wu's most notable runway moments now.
— Additional reporting by Robert Khederian
Surprising flashes of skin made for an edgy contrast to more elegant accessories.
Jason Wu paid careful attention to texture, playing up monochrome looks with large furry clutches.
The fastest way to give the safari jacket a sexy update? Make it see-through.
Expert seamwork and different types of fabric gave texture and visual interest to this elegant gown.
While Jason Wu may have based his Spring 2014 collection in neutrals, he didn't abandon glamour. Here, he paired a pencil skirt with a sequined tank.
Ostrich feathers, a major trend of the season, played up the femme fatale vibe that was created in the chandelier lit hall.
Also seductive: the illusion strips carved into Wu's formfitting knits.
There was an immediate sophistication present in the collection which Jason Wu dubbed his "most womanly, most grown-up." Shapely peplums enhanced the curves of the models, while alluring strappy sandals added extra appeal.
Wu closed out his show with a glimmering blue gown with leather harness.
Wu also showed his iteration on the menswear trend for Fall '11 with fresh white tuxedo blazers, skinny pants, and bow ties.
It was all about masquerade-chic and full-on glamour for Fall '11 — Wu showed gorgeous gowns and outfitted his models in lace masks. Diane Kruger wore this particular gown to the Met Gala in 2011.
Karlie Kloss walked the Spring '11 runway in a vibrant hot-pink chiffon gown.
Spring '11 showed lots of wide-leg trousers and statement-making silk tops.
Pops of color, pretty printed blouses, and gladiator-esque sandals were shown on the Fall '10 runway.
A sexy deep V-neck and colorful prints make for a perfect Spring night-out look.
A frothy bubble dress with a wide black belt for Spring '10 (Zoe Saldana wore this dress to the Critics' Choice Awards in 2010).
Pops of red-orange and layers of polka dots are a cool, beachy-chic look for Resort.
Chanel Iman walked the Fall '09 runway in a bold bubble dress with a printed bodice and deep red lipstick.
We love this fire engine red strapless dress from Wu's Fall '07 collection — easy glam at its finest.
For Spring '07, Wu showed his now-signature voluminous strapless gowns with layers of tulle.
Silky, chocolate-colored satin tea dresses punctuated Wu's Fall 2006 collection.