Sarah Burton Joins Givenchy as Creative Director, Ushering in a New Era
EXCLUSIVE: Renowned designer Sarah Burton, celebrated for her decade-long leadership at Alexander McQueen, has been appointed the new creative director of Givenchy. Burton, only the second female designer in the brand’s 72-year history, succeeds a series of acclaimed names, becoming the eighth designer to helm the iconic French maison.
Burton’s appointment marks a significant moment for Givenchy, following in the footsteps of her mentor, Lee Alexander McQueen, who served as the brand’s creative lead from 1996 to 2001. The designer’s journey with Givenchy begins this week with a traditional meeting at the Avenue George V atelier in Paris, where she will collaborate with the team in crafting her vision for the brand’s future.
Sidney Toledano, chairman of the Givenchy board, praised Burton as “an exceptional creative talent” in a statement first shared with *Women’s Wear Daily* (WWD). He expressed confidence in her unique vision, stating, “Her creative leadership will contribute to the future success and international standing of the maison.” Burton is set to debut her first collection at Paris Fashion Week in March 2025, with the fashion world eagerly awaiting her take on Givenchy’s legacy of audacity and haute couture.
Burton herself acknowledged the honor of joining the legendary house: “It is a great honor to be joining the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel,” she shared. “I am so excited to write the next chapter in the story of this iconic house and to bring to Givenchy my own vision, sensibility, and beliefs.”
Known for her exquisite craftsmanship and ability to fuse fantastical elements with wearable fashion, Burton’s tenure at Alexander McQueen was marked by transformative collections, often steeped in British history and cultural narratives. Her most recognized works include the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding gown in 2011, a design that remains a defining moment in contemporary fashion.
Givenchy, founded in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy, has a longstanding reputation for Parisian elegance, famously dressing icons such as Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy. With Burton at the helm, the brand is poised for a new chapter, blending its classic sophistication with her innovative and bold approach.
Fashion enthusiasts and industry insiders are keenly anticipating Burton’s first collection, which promises to blend her history of storytelling through design with Givenchy’s storied aesthetic, redefining modern luxury under her visionary leadership.
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