Training and Work Experience
Chung graduated from The New School university's Parsons division with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion in 1995. After receiving her degree, Chung worked for Geoffrey Beene for six years, rising to the position of head designer. In 2001, Chung started her own firm in the basement of her parents' dry cleaning business. The firm remained there for the next four years.
Chung is best known for her jersey dresses, which have a unique drape. Chung has stated that she has no plans to move away from creating such dresses, as she now has a steady clientele. Chung will introduce a shoe line in fall 2008.
Chung is inspired by Ann Demeulemeester, Martha Graham and Joseph Beuys.
At the state's dinner honoring South Korean President Lee Myung-bak and his wife, Kim Yoon-ok on October 13, Michelle Obama joined her Korean guests with a beautiful asymmetrical purple dress designed by Doo-Ri Chung. The dress was a classic Chung creation, featuring a beautifully draped jersey -- her signature fabric -- with a chiffon belt embellished with multicolored crystals. It was described as "Ultra-violet, ultra-cool"
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