American designer Matthew M. Williams has been appointed as the new Creative Director of Givenchy, taking over from Clare Waight Keller who left the fashion house in April. The official announcement was made on Monday, June 15th through an audio post on Givenchy’s Instagram account. Williams will be responsible for overseeing the creative direction of both the women’s and men’s collections, with his role officially commencing tomorrow.
Givenchy revealed a series of black and white photographs featuring Williams, who is not only the newly appointed Creative Director but also the founder of the renowned streetwear brand, 1017 ALYX 9SM. In a statement, Williams expressed his enthusiasm about joining Givenchy, highlighting his desire to take the brand into a new era centered around modernity and inclusivity. He also extended his gratitude to LVMH Group, Givenchy’s parent company, for granting him the opportunity to fulfill his lifelong dream. Recognizing the current challenging times, Williams emphasized his commitment to spreading hope and making a positive impact on society.
Sidney Toledano, CEO of LVMH Fashion Group and member of the LVMH executive committee, described Matthew M. Williams as “one of today’s most promising talents.” Williams had previously caught the attention of the luxury group as a finalist for the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers in 2016. Having collaborated with renowned brands such as Moncler and Dior, the 34-year-old designer is highly anticipated to present his inaugural collection for Givenchy in October, during Paris Fashion Week.
For more information on Givenchy’s announcement and Matthew M. Williams’ appointment, visit the official Givenchy Instagram account at [link] and check out the black and white photographs featuring Williams [link].
Photo credit: Paolo Roversi
