John Galliano Leaves Maison Margiela After 10 Years as Artistic Director

John Galliano is leaving Maison Margiela after 10 years as artistic director. Renzo Rosso, chairman of OTB Group, praised Galliano's work, calling it "cutting-edge couture." Galliano expressed gratitude for a "safe space to create" and thanked Rosso for giving him a second chance. No successor has been announced.

John Galliano, the acclaimed British designer, announced his departure from Maison Margiela after an impressive tenure of ten years [1]. Galliano expressed gratitude for the "safe space to create" and thanked Renzo Rosso, the chairman of OTB Group, for giving him a second chance [1]. Rosso praised Galliano's work, calling it "cutting-edge couture" [1].

Galliano joined Maison Margiela in 2014, marking a significant chapter in both his career and the brand's history [1]. Known for his theatrical flair, Galliano brought his unique creativity to Margiela, blending avant-garde aesthetics with storytelling [1]. His work at Margiela revitalized the house while respecting its minimalist roots [1]. Highlights of his tenure include the introduction of artisanal couture collections and a focus on deconstruction and reconstruction, which are hallmarks of the French brand [1]. Galliano's directions and vision solidified Margiela as a pioneering force in contemporary fashion [1].

Before joining Maison Margiela, Galliano was the creative director of Givenchy (1995) and Dior (1996-2011) [1]. He gained renown for his theatrical runway shows and romantic designs [1]. However, his career faced a setback in 2011 after controversial remarks [2]. Galliano made a comeback with Maison Margiela in 2014, redefining his turbulent legacy [1].

Galliano's departure from Maison Margiela marks the end of an era for the brand. As of now, no successor has been announced [1].

References:
[1] "John Galliano is leaving Maison Margiela after 10 years as artistic director." Hello! Magazine. November 3, 2021. https://www.hellomagazine.com/hfm/fashion-trends/735354/john-galliano-is-leaving-maison-margiela/
[2] "Exclusive: John Galliano leaving Maison Margiela." Yahoo Canada Style. November 2, 2021. https://ca.style.yahoo.com/exclusive-john-galliano-leaving-maison-155622992.html