Sarah Burton has been officially appointed as its creative director Givenchy.

The brand belonging to the group LVMH chose the British designer to lead the French house.

Before Givenchy, Sarah Burton had an illustrious career at Alexander McQueen.

Now she will be the second female head designer of Givenchy and is expected to arrive at the ateliers in Avenue George V in the coming days and to present her first collection for the French house during Paris Fashion Week in March 2025.

Givenchy’s Chairman of the Board, Sidney Tolentado said in a statement: “Sarah Burton is an extraordinary creative talent, I have followed her work with passion for many years. I am very happy that he is joining Givenchy today. Her unique vision and approach to fashion will be invaluable to this iconic house known for its daring and haute couture. I am convinced that it will contribute to the future success and international position of the house.”

“It is a great honor to join the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel. I am so excited to be able to write the next chapter in the history of this iconic house and bring my own vision, sensibility and beliefs to Givenchy,” said the designer, who will design both the women’s and men’s collections, in a statement. collections.

Burton presented her latest Spring 2024 collection for Alexander McQueen in October 2023.

Chief designers of Givenchy have been o John Galliano who was the immediate successor of the founder, Hubert de Givenchy and later the Riccardo Tisci who held the position of creative director for 12 years and emerged as the most successful designer to lead the house.