Pierpaolo Piccioli Named Balenciaga's New Creative Director
After weeks of rumor-milling speculation,Pierpaolo Picciolihas officially been namedBalenciaga'snew creative director. The formerValentinodesigner will begin his new role on July 10, and his first collection for the Kering-owned brand will be revealed in October.
In a statement, Piccioli said, 'Balenciaga is what it is today thanks to all the people who have paved the way. In all its phases, while constantly evolving and changing, it has never lost track of the House's aesthetic values. What I am receiving is a brand full of possibilities that is incredibly fascinating.'
Picciolibid farewelltoValentinoin March of last year, after 25 years at the Italian fashion house (and 16 as creative director). In a mutual agreement with the brand, the designer had already departed from the label at the time of the announcement, meaning hisFall 2024 collection, shown during Paris Fashion Week in February of last year, marked his final output for Valentino.
He'll take Balenciaga's reins from Demna, who's scheduled to reveal his final couture collection for the House this July before heading to Gucci. Like him or not, Demna transformed Balenciaga into one of the most coveted labels on the modern market, and he's widely celebrated for his fashion week spectacles — be they windstruck snowstorms, murky mud baths, or dystopic stock exchanges — as well as the needle-pushing wardrobes and all-star front-rows that accompanied them, which, altogether, often staked a claim as the most talked-about show during any fashion week.
Piccioli, who's lauded for his innovative couture, striking color palettes (Valentino Pink, in particular, was a massive success), and his ability to bring traditional design techniques into the modern day, boasts a design language imbued with unequivocal romanticism similar to that of Cristóbal Balenciaga himself. Piccioli's Balenciaga will look much different from Demna's, to say the least.
'I must first and foremost thank Demna,' Piccioli continued. 'I've always admired his talent and vision. I couldn't ask for a better passing of the torch. This gives me the chance to shape a new version of the Maison, adding another chapter with a new story.'
Balenciaga CEO Gianfranco Gianangeli said he was 'excited' about this 'new era' for the brand. '[Pierpaolo's] creative vision will thrive, and he will perfectly interpret the legacy of Cristóbal Balenciaga, building on the House's bold creativity, rich heritage and strong culture,' he added.
'[Pierpaolo] is one of the most talented and celebrated designers of today,' affirmed Kering Deputy CEO Francesca Bellettini. 'His mastery of Haute Couture, his creative voice, and his passion for savoir-faire made him the ideal choice for the House.'
With culture-shifting design abilities, myriad high-profile co-signers, and a legion of cult followers, Piccioli is well-positioned to succeed in the House's top seat. How exactly the designer's Balenciaga will manifest is still up for debate, but stay tuned for Piccioli's debut this October.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
I Love The Wicked: For Good Trailer, But I Think One Moment Ruins The Mystery Ahead
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The 2025 movie schedule has quite a few returns to beloved pictures of the past, especially with the next couple months offering 28 Years Later and Jurassic World Rebirth. The former example just might get a bit of a bump, as the first trailer expanding what we know about Wicked: For Good will probably be attached to its pre-show reel. But as previously promised, tonight's special Wicked re-release screenings saw the first trailer for director Jon M. Chu's follow-up to 2024's smash hit unfurled. While I love the results, I think that showing Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey) making his face turn to save Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) in the Wizard's lair feels like it should have been saved for the film. I'd like to think hardcore Wicked fans would agree with me on that. Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a yearFor as little as $7.99 a month, and with the option to go ad-free, Peacock is the place to be for Wicked. Not only is the 2024 super hit available on that platform, but you can also watch documentaries like Wicked: The Real Story and Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked. Also, this November will mark the debut of a live Wicked Event Special, which will also air on NBC. View Deal On the plus side, Wicked: For Good's expected tonal shift does get to shine in this first look footage. Oz certainly feels darker and more restrained under The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) and his reign. And that close-up on the Cowardly Lion has me buying into that theory that the little cub Elphaba and Fiyero release into the woods in Wicked is indeed our anxious friend. Which circles me back to the point I was making earlier. While I'm still trying to avoid Wicked: For Good spoilers in this ridiculous year-long gap between movies, I sadly know a little more than I want to about Jonathan Bailey's uniformed heartthrob. While I won't spoil anything big here, I totally learned about that face turn. Even without knowing the exact circumstances surrounding it, Wicked 2's big moment loses its impact when shown mere seconds after a very serious looking Bailey in uniform shows up looking like this: Then again, maybe this trailer is really more for selling Wicked: For Good to hardcore fans. I mean, they dropped 007 First LIght's announcement trailer tonight too, and for all I know, someone is feeling this same way about young James Bond's first appearance in that new video game. I apologize to all of the loyal Wicked fans in tears, as the continued teasing of the pivotal song 'For Good' has been going on for some time. Tonight's new reel of anticipation certainly played on those feelings, as well as digging into Cynthia Erivo's rendition of "No Good Deed." Such expectations were set last night, as the Instagram announcement video for tonight's event was probably a bit of a trigger. Not only were For Good's costumes shown off, but we heard another small bit of Erivo and Grande singing that very song. If you're ready to burn through some more tissues, here's what that looked like: Am I excited for Wicked: For Good? Of course I am. But as someone who tries to defend watching trailers to some of my friends who flat out avoid them, I can now see why they're so adverse to such things. Regardless, the conclusion of Wicked flies into theaters on November 21st; just in time for the Thanksgiving table to talk about the huge twists that await all of Oz.
Hypebeast
an hour ago
- Hypebeast
Jonathan Anderson Heads All of Dior & Demna Unveils Final Balenciaga Ready-to-Wear Collection in This Week's Top Fashion News
Below, Hypebeast has rounded up the top fashion stories of the week so you can stay up to date on trends in the industry. In a major shift for the legendary French maison, Dior has confirmed Jonathan Anderson as its eighth couturier, taking the reins as the creative director for both its women's, men's and haute couture collections. The appointment marks the first time a single designer will have creative helm over all three divisions since Monsieur Christian Dior himself. Anderson was initially appointed as the creative director of Dior Homme on April 17, 2025, succeeding Kim Jones. Days prior to the latest development, Maria Grazia Chiuri's departure from Dior's womenswear and couture lines was confirmed on May 29 following her Cruise 2026 show. His first women's ready-to-wear collection for the maison is expected to debut during Paris Fashion Week in October, following his highly anticipated first Dior menswear collection on June 27. Anderson said in a statement, 'I am incredibly honored to be given the opportunity to unite Dior's women's, men's and couture collections under a single, cohesive vision. My instinct is to be led by the house's empathetic spirit. I look forward to working alongside its legendary ateliers to craft the next chapter of this incredible story. I would like to express my sincere thanks to Bernard Arnault and Delphine Arnault for their trust and loyalty over the years.' For Spring 2026, Demna has revisits to his famously controversial Balenciaga 'archetypes' — all of the references, shapes, sentiments and concepts that have come to define his decade-spanning tenure at the House. In those years, the designer transformed the Spanish label from a $400 million USD business into a $2 billion USD mammoth. Titled 'Exactitudes,' inspired by Ari Versluis and Ellie Uyttenbroek's scientific photographer series, the collection spotlights Demna's anthropological approach to fashion and dress codes. 'This collection embodies the multitude of design codes that have been part of my creative vision and research on fashion at Balenciaga for a decade,' the designer said. 'It combines pieces from 35 different collections with new pieces and garments from my personal wardrobe, representing the volumes, silhouettes, and attitudes that have defined my vision and my questioning of the contemporary wardrobe, what people actually wear, how they wear it, and what the fine line is between luxury and fashion.' On Monday morning, Kontoor Brands, parent to heritage denim labels Lee and Wrangler, finalized its previously announced deal to acquire performance gear brand Helly Hansen, closing at $900 million USD. The move arrives as major players in the apparel sector look to get in on the growth of the outdoor and performance gear market, a development particularly relevant to Kontoor, whose bread and butter has been its small group of heritage lifestyle labels. ccording to Kontoor, Helly Hansen is expected to boost the company's revenue, adjusted earnings per share, and cash flow with immediate effects in fiscal 2025. Per a report from Ecotextile News, the brand is anticipated generate upwards of $680 million USD in revenue and $80 million USD in adjusted EBITDA for the full year 2025. Matthew M. Williams iet to debut his new namesake clothing brand during Paris Men's Fashion Week, expanding his breadth beyond 1017 ALYX 9SM and his recent tenure at Givenchy. Williams' aesthetic has been defined by his application of utilitarian elements, industrial aesthetics, and sophisticated minimalism. However, details around what approach he will adopt in his first namesake collection are sparse. The independent clothing project will be unveiled at the Seiya Nakamura showroom in Paris, with men's and women's collections expected to reflect the American designer's product-based approach. The Seiya Nakamura showroom will also showcase Craig Green, Taiga Takahashi, Arpa Studio, Amomento, Song for the Mute, Khoki, and Edward Cuming. The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Vogue on Tuesday revealed the ten finalists for the 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, an award created to help establish the next generation of American designers. The 2025 finalists include Ashlynn Park of Ashlynn, Julian Louie of Aubero, Bach Mai, Bernard James, Ashley Moubayed of Don't Let Disco, Gabe Gordon and Thomthy Gibbons of Gabe Gordon, Stephanie Suberville of Heirlome, Jamie Okuma, Meruert Tolegen, and Peter Do. This year, the program will award one honoree with a $300,000 USD cash prize and two runner-ups with $100,000 USD, while offering all finalists meaningful business mentorships. The aforementioned designers' works will be judged by the 2023 Selection Committee, which includes Vogue's Anna Wintour, Mark Holgate, and Nicole Phelps, Instagram's Eva Chen, Fifteen Percent Pledge founder Aurora James, moddel Paloma Elsesser, Nordstrom's Rickie De Sole, Saks' Roopal Patel, CFDA chairman Thom Browne, and Gap's Zac Posen. The winner is slated to be announced on November 18. NY-based sportswear designer Eric Emanuel's eponymous label is embarking in its next chapter with the unveiling of its first-ever full seasonal collection. Styled by Ian Bradley and photographed by Menelik Puryear, the hefty lookbook celebrates Emanuel's energetic ethos and sense of humor with casual styling and bold hues for the summertime. Comprising tailored essentials, colorful, textured knits, retro sports gear, branded underwear, and more, the label's inaugural SS25 collection expands on its sports-focused aesthetic with playful colors and textures. The Eric Emanuel SS25 Collection launches first with the Summer Cableknit Shorts & Zip-Ups in Navy, Green & Yellow, Oxford Shirting in Blue, Pink and White, and Linen Track Pants in Brown/Blue, Green/Blue, and Ivory/Blue, today at the brand's web store. The brand will subsequently launch its Striped-Knit Shorts & Button-Downs on June 6.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Celebrate Juneteenth with Black-owned food trucks
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — If you are searching for some Black-owned food trucks to celebrate Juneteenth, look no further than this upcoming event, Black Food Truck Night. Hosted by the Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce (SBAACC), the event will celebrate culture, community, and cuisine, featuring DJ Static Shock to keep the energy moving. On Thursday, June 19th, SBAACC invites the community to 'enjoy some of the best local Black-owned food trucks, music, and vibes as we honor freedom and flavor.' Smoking Oyster Prayer in a Pot Louisiana Smokehouse Rajin Cajun Niema Cookery Corner (Winner featured on Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay) A Snacktivity Shreveport's 'Art•ish event highlights diverse Black artists Their event will take place at the Louisiana Daiquiri Cafe, located at 1881 Texas Avenue, Shreveport, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. According to the poster, it is presented by SBAACC and FAR Development Foundation, sponsored by State Farm Agent Katrina Worsham, State Senator Sam Jenkins, and the Power Coalition. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
