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Givenchy has announced the appointment of Sarah Burton as creative director, with immediate effect.
Burton will be responsible for the creative direction of all of the Maison’s Women’s and Men’s collections.
Burton was born in Macclesfield and educated in Manchester, before studying Fashion at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London, graduating in 1997.
In 1996, she joined Alexander McQueen and became head of Design in 2000 under Lee Alexander McQueen. In May 2010, she was appointed creative director.
In 2011, Burton was announced as the designer of HRH The Princess of Wales’s dress for her wedding to HRH the Prince of Wales, and in 2012, was awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to the British Fashion industry.
During her 13 year tenure as creative director, Burton produced women’s and men’s collections, as well as establishing an “extensive” education programme supporting young creatives. Burton left Alexander McQueen in October 2023.
Burton said: “It is a great honour to be joining the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel. I am so excited to be able to write the next chapter in the story of this iconic house and to bring to Givenchy my own vision, sensibility and beliefs.”
Sidney Toledano, chairman of the Givenchy board, said: “Sarah Burton is an exceptional creative talent whose work I have passionately followed for many years; I am very glad that she is joining Givenchy today.
“Her unique vision and approach to fashion will be invaluable to this iconic Maison, known for its audacity and haute couture. I am convinced that her creative leadership will contribute to the future success and international standing of the Maison.”
Alessandro Valenti, CEO of Givenchy, added: “The arrival of Sarah Burton as head of our creative design is a very exciting moment for Givenchy. Her remarkable career path and creative vision have already won her a vast fan base, and we are certain that under her direction, Givenchy will continue to innovate and captivate an extensive audience across the world stage.
“I eagerly anticipate the new creative energy Sarah will bring as she works alongside our outstanding teams in our exceptional workshops, and we embark on this new chapter in the history of Givenchy.”
Sarah Burton will present her first collection in March 2025.
