Despite rumors of Hedi Slimane, Riccardo Tisci and even Tom Ford; Gucci looked in-house for its new creative director after the departure of Frida Giannini. According to WWD, Gucci and Kering announced that Alessandro Michele—who worked as Giannini’s associate, will assume the role. Fashion watchers got a first glimpse of Michele’s new direction for the brand with Gucci’s mens … [Read more...]
Frida Giannini Departs Early From Gucci
Late last year, the news surfaced that Frida Giannini would be leaving Gucci. While a replacement has yet to be named, the rumor mill has been turning with everybody from Riccardo Tisci to Hedi Slimane and most recently, Gucci head accessories designer Alessandro Michele. According to WWD, Frida will not be taking her final bow at the fall-winter 2015 show set to debut in the … [Read more...]
Gucci Previews Spring 2015 Ads with Malgosia Bela
Italian label Gucci has released a preview of its upcoming spring-summer 2015 campaign starring Malgosia Bela. The images were photographed by Mert & Marcus and feature the Polish model wearing ’70s inspired designs including denim, fur coats and suede jackets. Mathias Lauridsen (not pictured) will also appear in the menswear advertisements for spring. … [Read more...]
Rumor: Hedi Slimane to Design at Gucci
Less than a week after it was announced that Frida Giannini would be leaving her post as Gucci creative director, rumors are already swirling about who could be her replacement. Although many sources seem to point to Riccardo Tisci or Joseph Alutzarra as contenders, Page Six is reporting that Hedi Slimane could be in the running as well. Slimane has been doing well at Saint … [Read more...]
Frida Giannini Leaves Gucci
Following months of speculation, Kering (parent company to Gucci) has stated that creative director Frida Giannini and chief executive officer Patrizio di Marco will be leaving the Italian label. According to WWD, the two will officially leave early next year. While Gucci has yet to name a replacement, many sources have pointed to Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy taking her … [Read more...]
