Rumors of his departure had been rife for a few weeks, and an article from the well-informed specialist daily
Women's Wear Daily.
They were on everyone's lips this Monday, when Burberry's spring-summer 2022-2023 fashion show was held in London.
They are confirmed today: Riccardo Tisci, artistic director of the British house since 2018, is leaving his post.
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His thirteen years at Givenchy, where he invented the “street luxury” aesthetic, made him a star.
But since his appointment at the head of Burberry, his balance sheet has been divided, traditionalists accusing him of having put aside the classic tartan for a monogram inspired by the initials of the founder (a cardboard in Asia, it is said).
Under his direction, the raincoat specialist had nevertheless launched itself, with success, it is said, into new product categories, bags in mind.
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Riccardo has played a central role in the repositioning of Burberry,
" said Jonathan Akeroyd, CEO of the brand, in a press release.
He extended our creative language, modernized our product offering and brought a new generation of luxury customers to our brand.
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He will be replaced, starting next week, by Daniel Lee, who officiated until 2021 at Bottega Veneta before leaving his post to everyone's surprise.
This former employee of Celine, where he rubbed shoulders with Phoebe Philo, breathed new life into the Italian house of the Kering group and created numerous best-sellers, such as the Pouch and Cassette bags.
Born in Bradford, England, he is considered one of the biggest talents in British fashion today.
He will unveil his first collection during London Fashion Week next February.
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