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Hypebeast
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Marni's Meryll Rogge Era Begins & Loro Piana Labor Abuses Revealed in This Week's Top Fashion News
Marnihas officially named Belgian designerMeryll Roggeas its new Creative Director, followingFrancesco Risso's departure. Rogge, the 2025ANDAMGrand Prize winner with prior experience atMarc JacobsandDries Van Noten, expressed her honor in joining Marni, a brand she has 'long admired for its independent spirit'. Since founding her own brand in 2020, Rogge has gained recognition for her distinct blend of vintage whimsy and contemporary craftsmanship. OTB Chairman Renzo Rosso praised Rogge's ability to reinterpret Marni's DNA with a contemporary vision that spans all brand dimensions, including accessories and interior design. LVMH-ownedLoro Pianahas been placed under court administration for a year by a Milan court following the severe beating of a worker who demanded unpaid wages at a subcontracted workshop. Investigations revealed the facility, which produced Loro Piana cashmere, employed undocumented migrant workers forced to work up to 90 hours weekly for €4 an hour and housed illegally. Loro Piana stated it was unaware of the subcontractors' violations and terminated ties with the supplier. This case is part of a broader crackdown on labor exploitation in the luxury sector, with other brands likeArmani,Dior, andValentinoalso facing similar scrutiny. The incident underscores ongoing injustices against laborers in the global apparel supply chain, despite high retail prices for luxury goods. Matthieu Blazywill present his first Métiers d'Arts collection forChanelin New York City on December 2, 2025. The presentation will spotlight the artistry of Chanel's Paris ateliers and pay homage toKarl Lagerfeld's final 2018 show — also held in New York. Blazy's New York City debut is set to mark Chanel's return to the city since Lagerfeld's passing. Bruno Pavlovsky, President of Chanel SAS, expressed excitement for Blazy's return to New York, stating he will blend the city's creative energy with Chanel's savoir-faire. Blazy has a history in New York, having worked underRaf SimonsatCalvin Klein. A visual teaser, showing a double C logo over a vintage subway map, suggests a tribute to both New York's culture and Lagerfeld's legacy. Chanel has not yet shared an official date for the runway presentation Following his departure fromGivenchy,Matthew M. Williamshas officially introduced his eponymous project, reclaiming his independence as a creative force. The label, which he calls a 'project' rather than a 'brand,' focuses on crafting high-quality, wearable staples with intrinsic value, transcending trend-driven design and market pressures. After two decades in the industry, Williams now moves towards a more personal expression, distinct from both Givenchy's corporate demands andALYX's specific streetwear aesthetic. Showing a more mature, minimalist approach, the designer highlights raw materiality and precise construction, unburdened by established brand codes. The collection includes collaborations with specialty workshops, resulting in consciously crafted pieces like Japanese denim and sturdy white tees. Jil Sander's new creative director,Simone Bellotti, has unveiled his inaugural project for the fashion house: a captivating music video titled 'WANDERLUST'. The audiovisual project, featuring ethereal electronic compositions by Italian artist Bochum Welt (Gianluigi Di Costanzo), made its premiere on Instagram. Filmed in Hamburg, Germany, the music video conveys 'a wanderlust tale happening in an everyday setting, drifting between worlds and opposites'. In an interview withVogue, Bellotti shared his perspective on Jil Sander, describing it as a brand with 'definite style' and a 'complex house' that skillfully balances classicism, modernity, and lightness. This 'WANDERLUST' music video serves as a compelling prelude to his highly anticipated formal debut collection, which is slated to be presented at Milan Fashion Week this September. Acne Studioshas launched an impressive three-story flagship store in Tokyo's Aoyama district, directly oppositePrada's existing boutique. A joint effort between Creative Director Jonny Johansson and design firm Halleroed, the expansive space offers an immersive experience inspired by Tokyo's urban fabric and the brand's affinity for Japan. Blending brutalist aesthetics and refined minimalism, Acne Studios' signature pink granite is used on walls, flooring, and various furnishings. The store prioritizes an artistic atmosphere, with custom seating by Max Lamb, unique lighting by Benoit Lalloz, and expressive mannequins by Daniel Silver. Johansson also collaborated with Japanese ceramicist Takuro Kuwata, whose ceramic objects are displayed, and who created an exclusive, limited-edition capsule collection of reinterpreted Acne Studios denim for the opening.
Fashion United
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Who is Meryll Rogge? The new creative director at Marni
After several years behind the scenes, Meryll Rogge is stepping into the spotlight. The Belgian designer recently won the Grand Prize of the Andam Awards. She is now taking on the role of creative director at Italian fashion house Marni. Here's a brief overview of what you need to know about Rogge. All about new Marni's new creative director Meryll Rogge Rogge studied fashion at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp from 2005 to 2008. She also studied law in Namur from 2002 to 2004, where she obtained her bachelor's degree. Prior to her fashion studies, she interned at Marc Jacobs. Rogge's internship at Marc Jacobs proved fruitful. After her internship, she stayed on as an assistant designer. She later progressed to womenswear designer, as she told Elle Belgium in 2022. After seven years, she returned to Belgium to become head of womenswear at Dries Van Noten. In 2020, she founded her own eponymous brand. 'It felt like a now-or-never moment. I just had to try. As valuable as it is to work for and learn from others, I was done compromising,' Rogge said in the interview with Elle Belgium. Rogge takes over as the new creative director of Marni In July 2025, she was announced as the new creative director for Italian fashion house Marni. OTB (Marni's parent company) CEO Renzo Rosso said of the appointment: 'We spoke to many strong candidates, but Rogge won us over. She reinterprets Marni's DNA with a sensitive and contemporary eye that encompasses all facets of the brand, from fashion to accessories and communication. I wish her every success in this new role.' Stefano Rosso, CEO of Marni, is also looking forward to the collaboration: 'Rogge is an exceptionally creative talent and an inspiring woman. Her vision and experience will play a key role in Marni's future.' Text continues below the images. Meryll Rogge SS23 Credits: Meryll Rogge / photo by Vadim Kovigra Meryll Rogge SS23. Credits: Meryll Rogge / photo by Vadim Kovigra Meryll Rogge AW24. Credits: Launchmetrics Spotlight. Meryll Rogge AW25. Credits: Launchmetrics Spotlight. Rogge's style is characterised by a mix of classic women's evening wear and menswear tailoring, combined with bold and unexpected combinations. This mix creates a contemporary look. Her work appears youthful and joyful. Text continues below the image. Meryll Rogge wins the Designer of the Year Award at the Belgian Fashion Awards in 2024. Credits: J. Van Belle Awards 2021 - Emerging Talent of the Year, Belgian Fashion Awards 2022 - Semi-finalist, LVMH Award 2024 - Finalist, International Woolmark Prize 2024 - Finalist, Andam Award 2024 - Designer of the Year, Belgian Fashion Awards 2025 - Grand Prize, Andam Award This article was translated to English using an AI tool. FashionUnited uses AI language tools to speed up translating (news) articles and proofread the translations to improve the end result. This saves our human journalists time they can spend doing research and writing original articles. Articles translated with the help of AI are checked and edited by a human desk editor prior to going online. If you have questions or comments about this process email us at info@
Fashion Network
5 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
OTB names Meryll Rogge new creative director of Marni
OTB Group, which controls Marni, has appointed Meryll Rogge to be the new Creative Director of the Milan-based house. Rogge joins Marni following the success of her eponymous brand, Meryll Rogge, which she launched in 2020. The appointment comes two weeks after Rogge was awarded the Grand Prix in Paris at the 2025 ANDAM Fashion Awards, one of fashion's most prestigious accolades. 'We met many highly qualified candidates, confirming how Marni continues to inspire and attract creatives from around the world. Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand's DNA, offering a contemporary vision that embraces Marni globally and across all its dimensions – including accessories, interior design, communication, and special projects. I wish her the best in carrying this vision forward with passion, supported by a team and a Group that have always placed creativity at the core of their identity,' said Renzo Rosso, Chairman of OTB, the parent company of Marni, in a release. Rogge succeeds Francesco Risso, who was let go by Marni in June of this year, after a critically acclaimed but commercially challenging decade at the house. 'I'm truly honored to join Marni — a house I've long admired for its independent spirit. To take on a role defined by such visionary creative directors is both humbling and inspiring. I'm deeply grateful to Renzo and Stefano for recognizing the resonance between our worlds and for entrusting me with this extraordinary opportunity. I look forward to helping shape what comes next for Marni,' commented Rogge. Added Stefano Rosso, CEO of Marni: 'It is a great pleasure to welcome Meryll in Marni. She is an exceptional creative talent and an inspiring woman, whose vision and expertise will play a key role in shaping the future of this amazing brand.' Born in Ghent, Belgium, Rogge studied Fashion Design at the Royal Academy of Antwerp. She then moved to New York, joining Marc Jacobs ' design team. Nearly seven years later, she returned to Antwerp to become Head of Women's Design at Dries Van Noten where she stayed for four years, developing and conceptualizing also the beauty line until 2025. In 2021, Rogge won the Emerging Talent of The Year award at the Belgian Fashion Awards, which in 2024 named her Designer of the Year, the first woman to receive this award.
Hypebeast
5 days ago
- Business
- Hypebeast
Marni Appoints Meryll Rogge as New Creative Director
Following the exit of long-time creative directorFrancesco Risso,Marnihas officially announced Belgian designerMeryll Roggeto helm the Italian house. The 2025ANDAMGrand Prize winner studied at the Royal Academy of Antwerp and previously held design positions atMarc JacobsandDries Van Noten. In an official statement, Rogge shared that she was honored to join Marni, which she 'long admired for its independent spirit.' 'To take on a role defined by such visionary creative directors is both humbling and inspiring,' she added. Since founding her eponymous brand in 2020, Rogge has presented her collections in Paris, showcasing a distinct vision characterized by vintage whimsy and contemporary craftsmanship. According toBusiness of Fashion, jury member Sidney Toledano lauded her 'new vision of femininity imbued with modernity and wearability.' 'We met many highly qualified candidates, confirming how Marni continues to inspire and attract creatives from around the world. Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand's DNA, offering a contemporary vision that embraces Marni globally and across all its dimensions — including accessories, interior design, communication, and special projects,' OTB chairman Renzo Rosso said in a statement. Stay tuned to Hypebeast for the latest fashion industry insights.
Elle
5 days ago
- Business
- Elle
Maryll Rogge Is Marni's New Creative Director
Meryll Rogge is having quite the year, and it's well deserved. This morning, Marni's parent company Only The Brave (OTB) announced that she will succeed Francesco Risso at the Italian house. (Risso's departure came after a near-decade-long tenure with the brand.) 'We met many highly qualified candidates, confirming how Marni continues to inspire and attract creatives from around the world. Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand's DNA,' Renzo Rosso, chairman of OTB, said in a statement. In June, the 40-year-old Belgian designer took home the 2025 ANDAM grand prize (and its €300,000 grant), for which she was also a finalist last year. This year's class was filled with tight competition, including Willy Chavarria and 2025 LVMH Prize finalist Alain Paul. The prize and now, the appointment have catapulted Rogge from a cult-favorite designer (since launching her namesake label five years ago) to someone with a seat at the luxury table. Previously, Rogge cut her teeth working in New York for Marc Jacobs before returning to her Belgian roots as the head of womenswear at Dries Van Noten—two brands whose color play and eclectic designs mesh well with the kooky DNA that many have come to associate with Marni. 'I'm truly honored to join Marni—a house I've long admired for its independent spirit. To take on a role defined by such visionary creative directors is both humbling and inspiring,' added Rogge in the statement. It's one of over two dozen creative director shifts at luxury labels in the last year—amid a turbulent time for the industry that has made a creative director debut the biggest runway trend of them all. Despite the musical chairs, Rogge is only one of four women who has been appointed to a major luxury womenswear label and until now has existed considerably more under the radar. Of the quartet, Louise Trotter at Bottega Veneta has also yet to make her anticipated official runway presentation. Though no official date has been given as of yet regarding Rogge's first collection for Marni, debuts continue to rule yet another season as everyone races to make their mark.
