"吳季剛令人驚艷的崛起"

這名生於台灣的時尚設計師或許很年輕，但他已經成為了照亮新銳上流設計師的燈塔。

四年前，吳季剛為極力想讓自己的設計獲得矚目卻頻頻碰到障礙的眾多紐約設計師之一。然而，美國第一夫人蜜雪兒歐巴馬的決定改變了他的人生。當蜜雪兒於2008年穿上他的禮服參加巴拉克歐巴馬第一次的就職典禮時，吳季剛便一炮而紅。

儘管他一夜成名，吳季剛並未就此滿足於現狀。在2013年的就職晚宴上，蜜雪兒歐巴馬再度穿上一襲吳季剛的禮服，他成功地進一步證明自己在時尚界的實力不容忽視。他現在30歲，渴望拓展自己的品牌成為出產各種生活用品的企業。

作為許多台灣人的榜樣，吳季剛將他的成就歸功於他的工作道德以及家人。這名年輕設計師說他的努力態度讓他的公司得以很有效率。吳季剛很感激鼓勵他並且心胸開闊的家人，他們不只讓他能夠追求自己的興趣，也幫助他培養自己在這領域的才能。

(Culture) The Incredible Rise of Jason Wu

The Taiwanese-born fashion designer may be young, but he has already become a beacon for a new generation of uptown designers.

Four years ago, Jason Wu was one of many New York designers struggling to get their designs noticed. However, a decision by First Lady Michelle Obama changed his life. Wu shot to stardom when she donned his gown to the first inauguration of Barack Obama in 2008.

In spite of the instant fame, Wu did not rest on his laurels. He managed to further prove himself as a force to be reckoned with in the fashion industry when Michelle Obama wore his dress again to the 2013 inaugural ball. Now, at the age of 30, Wu is eager to expand his brand into a lifestyle empire.

Being a role model to many Taiwanese people, Wu attributes his success to his work ethic and family. The young designer said his hardworking attitude has enabled his company to be very efficient. Wu is also grateful for his encouraging and open-minded family who not only allowed him to pursue his interest, but also helped cultivate his talents in the field.

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