Givenchy announced the appointment of Sarah Burton to the role of creative director at the luxury fashion house, effective immediately.
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In her new role, Burton will be responsible for the creative direction of all of the French maison’s women’s and men’s collections, and will present her first collection for the LVMH-owned brand in March 2025.
“It is a great honour to be joining the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel,” said Burton. “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.”
A Briton, Burton is known for her long-standing tenure as creative director at Alexander McQueen, where she oversaw the British luxury brand’s women’s and men’s collections following the sudden death of namesake designer, Lee Alexander McQueen, in 2010.
Burton left Alexander McQueen in October 2023, after 13 years in the top design spot, and a whopping 27 years at the London-based brand, in various design support roles to McQueen.
During her tenure at McQueen, 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.
“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,” said Sidney Toledano, chairman of Givenchy.
“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.”
Burton succeeds American designer Matthew M. Williams, who stepped down as creative director at Givenchy in January after fewer than four years in the role.