On January 15, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the co-founders of the luxury brand Proenza Schouler, announced that they will step down as creative directors on January 31, 2025.
Leadership Moves
Executive appointments, creative director changes, resignations, and leadership transitions shaping the future of the global fashion, beauty, and luxury industries.
On January 13, Oliviero Toscani, the photographer renowned for his bold and provocative advertising campaigns for the Italian apparel brand United Colors of Benetton, passed away in a hospital in Tuscany, central Italy.
On January 9, French luxury brand Givenchy announced the appointment of Benjamin Cercio as its new Global Communications Director.
On January 6, the British Fashion Council (BFC) announced the appointment of Laura Weir as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 28, 2025.
On January 1, Rosita Missoni, a designer who symbolized the Italian fashion world, passed away at the age of 93.
Aine1 Joyeria’s jewelry collection embodies the very essence of such jewelry. Each piece, seamlessly combining the sleekness of geometric lines with the organic beauty of nature, reflects the life and vision of its designer, Lucía Medico.
In 2003, the collaboration between Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami marked a groundbreaking moment, seamlessly blending fashion, art, and pop culture.
On December 18, Highsnobiety, a culture platform based in Berlin, announced a new leadership structure.
On December 13th, Lucien Pagès Communication, a prominent PR agency based in Paris and New York, announced that it had become part of The Independents, a leading group in the luxury and lifestyle sectors.
The prestigious French maison Chanel has ushered in a new era. On December 12, Chanel officially announced the appointment of Matthieu Blazy as its new creative director, putting an end to months of industry speculation.