David Chu

David Chu (; born 1955) is an American fashion designer and the founder of Nautica, a men's outerwear and sportswear company.

Early life and education Chu's family immigrated from Taiwan to the United States in the 1960s and opened a Chinese restaurant. He grew up in New York and Connecticut and originally planned to become an architect. Chu later graduated from FIT, and was named its STAR alumnus in 1996. Chu promptly purchased an 1846 townhouse in Manhattan's Flatiron district, gut-renovated the historic mansion and turned it into his design studio, showroom and offices.

In 2006, he created the exclusive David Chu Bespoke line, offering custom suits hand-made in Italy with fabrics from the world's finest mills. The bespoke line is available in a richly-appointed atelier located in the penthouse of the "Townhouse."

In 2010, he started another label, a designer sportswear collection called "LINCS by David Chu," that offered a modern take on tradition and the well-lived life. Previously, LINCS was available at select Lord & Taylor, The Bay, Dillard's, Nordstrom, the BAY Oakridge in Vancouver, and other specialty stores.

From 2006 to 2009, Chu was the executive creative director at luggage and accessories maker Tumi Inc.

In July 2009, Chu formed partnership with golf player Jack Nicklaus to develop the Nicklaus brands worldwide.

In November 2012, Chu bought Danish brand Georg Jensen A/S with Investcorp. He became Chairman of the board and Creative Director after the purchase. Georg Jensen was subsequent sold and is currently owned by Fiskars. As of 2026 David Chu remains on the board of the company. https://www.lionrockcapitalhk.com/team/david-chu/

Personal life As of 2014, Chu lived in a townhouse in Flatiron, New York