Will De Sarno continue the Gucci-est Gucci that Michele left behind, or will he forge a new path for the luxury label?
On Jan. 28 — a Saturday — Kering announced it had hired Sabato De Sarno, a Valentino alum, to take over Gucci. He's tasked with leading the brand's design studio across categories: women's, men's, leather goods, accessories and lifestyle. He'll report to President and CEO Marco Bizzarri.
"I am delighted that Sabato will join Gucci as the house's new Creative Director, one of the most influential roles in the luxury industry," Bizzarri said, in a statement. "Having worked with a number of Italy's most renowned luxury fashion houses, he brings with him a vast and relevant experience.
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