Wednesday evening, the social networks were talking only about this: the departure of Alessandro Michele from the artistic direction of Gucci.
Apart from a few heartless financial analysts (who think it's a good thing for the brand), the news has sparked a wave of emotion, as his extraordinary personality appeals to people, at least on Instagram.
He himself split a long and touching text, humanizing the traditional press release sent by brands in the event of a divorce from their creators:
“There are times when paths diverge due to the different perspectives that each of us can have.
Today ends for me an extraordinary journey that has lasted more than twenty years, in a company to which I have tirelessly dedicated my love and my creative passion.
During this long period, Gucci has been my home, my adoptive family.
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To this extended family, to all the people who cared for and supported her, I extend my thanks…
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