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Sarah Burton is Creative Director of McQueen
Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen’s ‘right-hand’, was confirmed a few minutes ago, as the creative director of the brand.
A statement from Alexander McQueen and its ‘parent’ company, Gucci Group, announced that Burton will supervise the creative direction and development of all collections of the brand going forwards.
Burton, 35, who was born in Manchester, began working for the late designer, in 1996, while she was in her final year at Central St. Martins - McQueen’s own alma mater. She was appointed head of women’s wear design in 2000, and was working closely with the designer right up until his untimely death by suicide, in February.
“The creation of modern, beautifully-crafted clothes was at the heart of Lee’s vision. I intend to stay true to his legacy,” Burton said today.
Commenting on the appointment, Mr Jonathan Akeroyd, president and CEO of Alexander McQueen, said: ”We are delighted that Sarah has agreed to take on the role of creative director. Having worked alongside Lee McQueen for more than 14 years, she has a deep understanding of his vision, which will allow the company to stay true to its core values.Sarah is extremely talented and under her creative leadership we are ready to enter a new phase in the brand’s history.”
Robert Polet, president and CEO of Gucci Group, which owns 51% of the McQueen brand, said:”As a business we remain absolutely committed to the Alexander McQueen company which has proven to have strong customerloyalty and has shown to be a resilient brand in the aftermath of the tragic loss of its founder. Sarah has real talent, a close understanding of the brand and the vision necessary to take it forward. We will be giving full support to Sarah and the team in the coming years.”
Telegraph.co.uk
