Creative directors come and go, brand deals dissolve, and designers retire; however, despite everything, fashion endures. This year, the industry has endured a series of shocks, some expected and others totally unforeseen.
As we enter the final stretch of the year, we’ve rounded up all the news, good and bad, that made us stop scrolling and say “wait, what?”
From Alessandro Michele’s last hurray to the downfall of a certain disgraced rapper, all the news that rocked fashion in 2022. Buckle up for a roundup of it all.
André León Talley dies at the age of 73
André Leon Talley, former creative director of Vogue, was beloved for his idiosyncratic personality and encyclopedic knowledge of tailoring, assets that cemented him as a fashion icon in his own right. His death in January sparked an outpouring of tributes from the likes of Anna Wintour, Edward Enninful and Naomi Campbell.
Fashion mourns Thierry Mugler
Days after Talley’s death, the industry lost another icon: Thierry Mugler, founder and longtime creative director of French fashion house Mugler. A referee of 1980s fashion, Mugler was known for his theatrical designs and extravagant shows that kids call “camp” today.
Maximilian Davis reinvents Ferragamo
In early March, 27-year-old Maximilian Davis announced he was closing his eponymous label, a favorite among celebrities like Rihanna and Dua Lipa, to take on a new stint: creative director at Salvatore Ferragamo. Her first move from him? Renaming the house Ferragamo, indicative of Davis’ inventive new vision for the luxury giant.
Ib Kamara replaces Virgil Abloh in Off-White
Six months after Virgil Abloh’s death, Off-White™ appointed Ib Kamara, Dazed’s stylist and editor-in-chief, as art and image director. “Virgil will always be with us,” Kamara wrote in an Instagram post announcing the news. “He changed the world and left an indelible mark on anyone who encountered him and beyond.”
Issey Miyake’s legacy lives on
On August 5, legendary Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake died at the age of 84, leaving the industry to reconcile his immense legacy. A sample of his greatest achievements: his revolutionary “Pleats Please” collection; L’eau d’Issey, a fragrance he defined the ’90s; and, of course, those understated black turtlenecks he designed for none other than Steve Jobs.
Harris Reed addresses Nina Ricci
In September, Nina Ricci appointed designer Harris Reed, 26, as creative director, an apt choice considering both parties’ penchant for romance.
“To be a 6’4″ (no heels), long-haired, redhead (who everyone thinks is a fab woman) flowy designer who is, unapologetically, myself stepping into a brand I could only have dreamed of in Paris, it just fills me up. of excitement and love,” Reed wrote on Instagram.
Burberry names Daniel Lee
Daniel Lee’s unexpected departure from Bottega Veneta shocked fashion in 2021. Back in October, #NewBottega fans were thrilled to learn of Lee’s next move: creative creative director at Burberry. His first collection for the British house will debut at London Fashion Week in February.
adidas, GAP and Balenciaga drop Ye
You know the story; We will not repeat all the details. In late October, a host of companies, notably adidas, GAP and Balenciaga, cut ties with Kanye West over his anti-Semitic comments.
Estée Lauder buys Tom Ford
The battle for Tom Ford came to a close on November 15, when Estée Lauder announced it would acquire the luxury brand for a whopping $2.8 billion. The question on everyone’s mind: how will the beauty conglomerate handle Ford’s fashion business?
Raf Simons blinds brand of the same name
On November 21, Raf Simons announced the closure of his namesake brand. The news hit especially hard considering the myriad of recent Simons projects, including campaigns and seasonal collaborations, posted as if nothing was wrong.
The designer will continue to work with Miuccia Prada as Prada’s co-creative director, a responsibility he has held since 2020. Don’t be surprised if this figures into Miuccia’s retirement plans: will we see Raf take over as Prada’s sole creative director in the future? ? ?
Alessandro Michele leaves Gucci
It’s the end of an era at Gucci. On November 23, the Italian brand announced that Alessandro Michele would be stepping down as creative director, fueling rumors that Tom Ford might return to the house.
“Today ends an extraordinary journey for me, spanning over twenty years, within a company to which I have tirelessly devoted all my love and creative passion,” Michele wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post.
Ludovic de Saint Sernin joins Ann Demeulemeester
Ludovic de Saint Sernin, the Belgian designer known for his streamlined, gender-fluid garments, takes the reins as Ann Demeulemeester’s first new creative director since Sébastien Meunier left in 2020.
“Sensuality, tension, silhouette, fluidity, wildness and a graphic feel are the pillars that define the language that Ludovic de Saint Sernin is about to build as he charts the new course for Ann Demeulemeester, injecting his approach to fashion as a tool to shape and liberate one’s presence and appearance,” read a statement from the brand.
Source: news.google.com