Givenchy appoints new artistic director
Givenchy has named Clare Waight Keller as its new artistic director.
With the appointment effective from 2 May, Waight Keller will take on all creative responsibilities at the fashion house including women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories collections, as well as haute couture.
The British designer was previously creative director at Chloe where she worked for six years.
Bernard Arnault , chairman and chiefe executive of LVMH, said: “I am very happy to have Clare Waight Keller join the LVMH Group. I believe her widespread expertise and vision will allow Givenchy to enter the next phase of its unique path. I am very much looking forward to her contribution to the Maison’s continued success.”
Waight Keller will present her first collection for Givenchy in October for Spring/Summer 2018.
