{"id":161784,"date":"2024-03-22T13:42:30","date_gmt":"2024-03-22T17:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/models.com\/oftheminute\/?p=161784"},"modified":"2024-03-22T14:43:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-22T18:43:42","slug":"pierpaolo-piccioli-exits-valentino-dries-van-noten-announces-retirement-and-more-news-you-missed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/models.com\/oftheminute\/pierpaolo-piccioli-exits-valentino-dries-van-noten-announces-retirement-and-more-news-you-missed\/","title":{"rendered":"Pierpaolo Piccioli Exits Valentino, Dries Van Noten Announces Retirement, and more news you missed"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pierpaolo Piccioli Exits Valentino<\/strong>
\nFollowing a quarter-century at Valentino<\/a>, Pierpaolo Piccioli<\/a> announced today his exit as creative director. Jacopo Venturini, CEO of the Italian luxury house, said, “I am grateful to Pierpaolo for his role as creative director and for his vision, commitment and creativity that have brought the Maison Valentino to what it stands for today – we extend our deepest gratitude to Pierpaolo for writing an important chapter in the history of the Maison Valentino. His contribution over the past 25 years will leave an indelible mark.” In an Instagram post, Piccioli said, “Not all stories have a beginning or an end; some live a kind of eternal present that shines so bright that it won’t produce any shadows. I’ve been in this company for 25 years, and for 25 years, I’ve existed, and I’ve lived with the people who have woven the weaves of this beautiful story that is mine and ours.” Piccioli assumed the sole role of creative director in July 2016 following Maria Grazia Chiuri<\/a>‘s exit. In 1999, Valentino Garavani entrusted Chiuri and Piccioli with invigorating the brand’s accessories line, a mission they executed masterfully, breathing new life into the category. Their ascent to creative directors of accessories came under Alessandra Facchinetti<\/a>‘s tenure as creative director for the ready-to-wear line, following Facchinetti\u2019s departure in 2008, they assumed creative leadership of the brand. Piccioli’s tenure at Valentino was defined by his daring exploration of vibrant hues, including introducing the PP Pink Pantone shade, the pursuit of elevated elegance, and strategic collaborations\u2014such as enlisting Lewis Hamilton <\/a> as a brand ambassador\u2014underscored his creative leadership. Notably, his final Fall\/Winter 2024 collection <\/a> deviated from the brand’s signature palette, embracing a monochromatic black aesthetic, hinting at potential shifts to come. Industry insiders speculate that Mayhoola, Valentino’s owner, is reportedly considering Alessandro Michele<\/a> or even Chiuri for the coveted role.[WWD<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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