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
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