Martine Rose appointed Creative Director of Balenciaga
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What happened
Martine Rose has been appointed the new creative director of Balenciaga, succeeding Pierpaolo Piccioli, who departed the role on Thursday. Rose takes on the position, based in Paris, effective November 16. She will be the first female creative director at Balenciaga in its history.
From vogue.com
Why it matters
The appointment shifts the creative leadership of Balenciaga, a brand managed by Kering. Kering CEO Luca de Meo stated that Rose's vision reflects the company's ambition to keep Balenciaga at the forefront of innovation and culture.
From vogue.com
Who's involved
- Martine RoseNew creative director of Balenciaga
- BalenciagaFrench fashion house and company whose creative direction is changing
- KeringParent company that owns and manages Balenciaga
- Pierpaolo PiccioliOutgoing creative director of Balenciaga
- Kendrick LamarArtist for whom Martine Rose will design tour looks
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BalenciagaSpeculative
Balenciaga could see its future revenue potential shift as the brand adopts a new creative direction.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Kendrick Lamar may wear Balenciaga looks under Martine RoseKendrick Lamar may wear Balenciaga designs for his upcoming tourLikely
- Balenciaga's new creative direction may challenge Chanel's luxury market standingBalenciaga's new creative direction may challenge Chanel's luxury market standing.Possible
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The entities involved
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Martine Rose
British-Jamaican menswear designer
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Balenciaga
French fashion house and company
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Kering
French business (1962-)