Givenchy
From Haider Ackermann's takeover of TOM FORD to Clare Waight Keller's move to UNIQLO and Glenn Martens' departure from Y/Project, the fashion landscape is in a state of flux.
Now, another major announcement has sent shockwaves through the industry: Givenchy has named Sarah Burton as its new creative director.
The LVMH-owned fashion powerhouse has tapped the acclaimed British designer to fill the role previously held by Matthew M. Williams. In a statement, Givenchy's Chairman, Sidney Toledano, expressed his delight at welcoming Burton to the fold, praising her "exceptional creative talent" and "unique vision" that will be invaluable to the iconic Parisian maison.
For Burton, the opportunity to join Givenchy is a prestigious homecoming of sorts. Known for her meticulous, haute couture-inspired approach to design, the former Alexander McQueen creative director left the brand just over a year ago, after more than a decade at the helm.
Her appointment has drawn inevitable comparisons to 1996, when another British design luminary, Lee Alexander McQueen, was entrusted with the reins of Givenchy. This passing of the torch between the two McQueen alumni has undoubtedly stirred a sense of nostalgia and anticipation among fashion enthusiasts.
"It is a great honor to be joining a jewel like Givenchy," said Burton. "I am truly excited to be able to write the next chapter of this iconic maison's history and to bring my vision, my sensibilities, and my convictions to Givenchy."
Givenchy's decision to entrust its creative direction to Burton is a strategic move that capitalizes on her proven track record and acclaimed design sensibilities. As the industry grapples with a period of profound change, Burton's appointment is poised to infuse the brand with a renewed sense of energy and creative vision.
All eyes will be on the runway in March, when Burton's first collection for Givenchy makes its highly anticipated debut at Paris Fashion Week. Fashion enthusiasts and industry insiders alike are eager to see how the celebrated designer will reinterpret the rich heritage and legacy of this storied French fashion house.
Kristin Kaye
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