Riccardo Tisci leaves Givenchy after 12 years as creative director

Rumours have been circulating recently that Tisci is heading for Versace
Charlie Teather10 July 2017

Riccardo Tisci has left Givenchy after 12 years as creative director, it was confirmed today.

In a statement from Givenchy, the brand said: "After a very successful twelve year partnership, the House of Givenchy and its Artistic Director, Riccardo TISCI, announce their joint decision not to renew their collaboration, effective January 31 2017."

"I have very special affection for the House of Givenchy and its beautiful teams," said Tisci.

"I want to thank the LVMH group and Monsieur Bernard ARNAULT for giving me the platform to express my creativity over the years."

"I now wish to focus on my personal interests and passions."

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Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH, states: "The chapter Riccardo TISCI has written with the House of Givenchy over the last twelve years represents an incredible vision to sustain its continuous success, and I would like to warmly thank him for his core contribution to the House’s development."

Speculation surrounding Tisci's future at the fashion house has been circulating for several months, with rumours that he is being lined up for a significant role at Versace at their peak.

A popular designer with the likes of Kim Kardashian - whose wedding dress he designed -, Beyonce and Madonna just a small selection of his biggest fans, all eyes will be on the Italian fashion designer's next move.

Givenchy have confirmed that they will announce Tisci's successor at a later date.

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