American Quote by Jason Wu
“I'm an American designer. It's important to riff on that. I remember, when my mom and I first came to the States, she was so shocked that everyone was so dressed down in sandals and shorts. It's not quite like that in Asia. To give that a superluxurious makeover? For me to make street wear? It's sort of chic to do it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vogue, 2015
Wu reflects on cultural contrast and using personal heritage to inspire high‑fashion streetwear.
In simple terms: He mixes American casual style with Asian influences for luxury streetwear.
Key Takeaway
Blend cultural roots with modern design.
Themes
culture
fashion
identity
innovation
heritage
Mood
creative
reflective
Type
inspirational
fashion‑industry
When to use this quote
- runway shows
- brand collaborations
- fashion education
- global retail
Key Concepts
cross‑cultural design
luxury streetwear
personal narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does cultural background shape your design choices?
- What risks arise when merging luxury with streetwear?
A Different Perspective
Balancing authenticity with market trends can be challenging.
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![“When I started at [Nina] Ricci, I did street wear for very cool, young girls but the price point was for the fourth floor of Bergdorf Goodman next to Carolina Herrera. My cool girls cannot afford it.” quote by Olivier Theyskens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c71/olivier-theyskens-12232_carolina_when-i-started-at-nina-ricci-i-did-stree_1085846.jpg)
