Antoine Arnault, the innovative fashion executive known for transforming the luxury brand Berluti, is stepping down from the role of Chief Executive Officer after 10 successful years at the iconic fashion house. As of April 4th, Arnault has decided to pursue a new venture, but leaves the legacy of Berluti in good hands.
1. Antoine Arnault to Step Down at Berluti
Berluti is set to bid farewell to its CEO Antoine Arnault, today announcing that he will be stepping down after 13 years at the helm of the storied French fashion house, part of Bernard Arnault’s LVMH portfolio.
After taking the reins at Berluti back in 2007, Arnault was instrumental in helping to shape and establish the Parisian label as not only a luxury footwear maker, but also a haute couture menswear house capable of producing suits, polos and blazers. Since that time, Arnault has propelled the Berluti brand to become a formidable force in the competitive world of luxury fashion, October 2019’s acquisitions of Paris-based European leather goods manufacturer Di Verri symbolizing the success of Arnault’s leadership at the head of the firm.
- Berluti: A Trendsetting Luxury Label
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- The Arnault Legacy: An Impressive Track Record
2. Sayonara to a Fashion Legacy
The fashion world has recently bid farewell to a true original: L’Wren Scott, a woman who brought a unique perspective to her designs over the span of her career. While she may be gone, her innovative and luxurious creations are sure to leave a lasting mark.
The talente L’Wren Scott brought was groundbreaking. Her unique and beautiful designs transcended the usual gender roles and smashed through societal norms with daring sartorial choices. To honor her legacy, here are a few of her most memorable fashion moments:
- Her own wedding dress, which featured a modern mermaid silhouette of shimmering white
- The Marilyn Monroe-inspired “lipstick” dress for a Harper’s Bazaar photo shoot
- The serpent-inspired “Maiden Noir” dress for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Gala
L’Wren Scott‘s sense of style left a lasting impression on her fans and peers. She challenged us to think differently and to be unafraid of embracing our own style while still celebrating the traditions that made fashion the art form it is today. Her artistic vision will be greatly missed.
3. The Heir’s Final Bow at Berluti
Kris Van Assche’s tenure as Artistic Director of Berluti was short-lived, yet his impact was powerfully felt and seen through the lasting lasting legacy of stylishly-crafted men’s wardrobes. After stepping down from hisendi position, Van Assche presented his last collection, aptly named the “Heir”.
The “Heir” collection is a style statement that pays homage to the eternally sartorial icons of men’s fashion, while re-inventing the modern man. Shapes were intended to be minimalistic yet classic. Striking blacks, browns, blues, and grays were set against lustrous shades of emerald. The silhouettes of the collection evoked a subtle and classic sensibility. Van Assche’s vision of the modern heir was a manly archetype, with a timeless elegance.
- Clean, minimalist shapes
- Neutral colors with a pop of emerald green
- A timeless elegance that evokes a manly archetype
After four years of leading Berluti to desirable success, Antoine Arnault is stepping down as CEO and passing the torch to another. It will be interesting to see which direction this new leader will take for the global fashion house. Who is ready to buckle up for the ride?
