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Alessandro Michele Takes Helm as Valentino's Creative Director

Mar 28, 2024 1 min read

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Alessandro Michele has taken the helm as the new creative director of luxury fashion house Valentino, succeeding Pierpaolo Piccioli who departed after a notable 25-year tenure. Michele, recognized for his impactful work at Gucci, is set to begin his role on April 2nd and is expected to bring his distinctive style to Valentino, starting with the Spring/Summer 2025 collection. His debut is highly anticipated and will be revealed during Paris Fashion Week.

The appointment has been met with enthusiasm from Valentino’s CEO Jacopo Venturini, who highlighted Michele's vision and capability to reinterpret the Maison's heritage. Michele’s previous success at Gucci, where he is credited with significantly boosting revenues, positions him as a transformative figure in the fashion industry.

This strategic move comes after the acquisition of a 30% stake in Valentino by Kering for 1.7 billion euros in partnership with the Qatari investment fund Mayhoola, which oversees the brand. Michele's leadership is expected to further enhance Valentino's prestige and influence in the haute couture world.

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