New Beginnings Burberry

Following the departure of Christopher Bailey, has announced that Givenchy alumni Riccardo Tisci has been appointed the new Chief Creative Officer. He will direct all Burberry collections and present his first collection for the brand in September. Marco Gobbetti, CEO of Burberry, said in a statement that he is delighted that Tisci is joining Burberry. “Riccardo is one of the most talented designers of our time. His designs have an elegance that is contemporary and his skill in blending streetwear with high fashion is highly relevant to today’s luxury consumer.” In response, Tisci said: “I am honored and delighted to be joining Burberry as its new Chief Creative Officer and reuniting with Marco Gobbetti. I have an enormous respect for Burberry’s British heritage and global appeal and I am excited about the potential of this exceptional brand.”