THAI TIES: Artist Jeff Satur, who attended Valentino’s first fashion show by creative director Alessandro Michele in Paris in September, has been appointed the house’s brand ambassador — the first hailing from Thailand. “Fashion, for me, is about having fun and embracing the idea that beauty holds a deeper and more diverse meaning,” Satur said. … Read more
Everyone has an opinion on Alessandro Michele’s creative direction at Valentino. And that’s been precisely the strength of his tenure so far. Either one rejoiced seeing his maximalist ways and ‘70s references coming back in full force or hurried to criticize, pointing at a Gucci-fication of the Roman house; there’s no denying that few can … Read more
MILAN — Alessandro Michele’s opulent vision for Valentino is stepping into Dover Street Market’s global network. The Italian fashion house has forged ties with the retailer conceived by Rei Kawakubo and Adrian Joffe for a collaboration that will include a series of pop-ups, installations and permanent spaces at the concept store’s international outposts. Starting from … Read more
INDEPENDENCE DAY: After nearly two decades of working for top luxury brands, Benjamin Cercio is ready to strike out on his own. The French executive, who recently wrapped up an 18-month stint as senior vice president of global communications at Gucci, is launching his own brand building and communication agency named Bencercio, WWD has learned … Read more
Securing an invitation to Alessandro Michele’s first runway show for Valentino at Paris Fashion Week was like finding one of Willy Wonka’s golden tickets. The display was the most eagerly anticipated event in a week devoid of other major designer debuts. Space was a luxury, as Michele opted for a set dotted with antique objects … Read more
LONDON — Hemlines are dropping to the floor and modesty is back in fashion as a consequence of a weak stock market, a cost of living crisis, the quiet luxury trend and tradwife content on social media. Economist George Taylor came up with the hemline index in 1926, predicting that when hemlines rise, so does … Read more
From philosophy to fashion, it’s only a short step for Alessandro Michele, as one is inextricably linked to the other. Both have shaped the life of the designer, newly appointed as creative director of Valentino. His life journey unfolds in “La Vita delle Forme: Filosofia del Reincanto [The Life of Shapes: Philosophy of Re-enchantment],” … Read more
LONDON — It’s the season of change at Valentino. The Italian luxury brand has opened the doors to its new London flagship on Sloane Street, which has four floors in a minimalist design using the signature Valentino red color and shades of ivory and black throughout. The store offers dedicated areas for accessories, ready-to-wear and … Read more
