Nicolas Ghesquière joins Louis Vuitton
By Doug Newhouse |
LVMH-owned Louis Vuitton has announced that Nicolas Ghesquière is the new Artistic Director of its women’s collections with immediate effect.
The former Balenciaga designer is now set to present his first women’s collection in Paris next March and the Louis Vuitton House says it is excited about the appointment.
In a statement it said: “The Maison Louis Vuitton is thrilled to welcome Nicolas Ghesquière, one of today’s greatest talents. He will bring a modern creative vision to the House’s women’s collections, building on the values of refinement, savoir faire and extreme quality which are at the heart of the Louis Vuitton Maison since 1854.”
Adding his comments, Nicolas Ghesquière said: “Louis Vuitton has always incarnated for me the symbol of ultimate luxury, innovation and exploration. I am very honoured of the mission that I am entrusted with and proud to join the history of this great Maison. We share common values and a vision. I can’t wait to join the team. Together we will build the future of the brand while preserving its precious heritage”.
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