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Tod’s has appointed Matteo Tamburini as creative director, succeeding Walter Chiapponi who departed in July to take the helm at Blumarine.
Italian-born Tamburini has worked in fashion since the early 2000s, most recently at Bottega Veneta, where he’s been since 2017. His first collection for Tod’s will be the Autumn/Winter 2024 debut, presented in Milan in February.
“I am honoured and excited to join the Tod’s family and become part of a brand that is so closely tied to my origins and memories,” Tamburini said in a statement. “I identify with the brand’s values and the continuous pursuit of high quality and style it has undertaken, and I look forward to contributing with my expertise.”
The appointment comes the same day as the announcement that Matthew Williams is stepping down from Givenchy. This year, luxury has seen a series of new appointments and departures at brands including Chloé, Blumarine, Moschino, Ann Demeulemeester and Alexander McQueen, signalling a broader creative reset for the industry.
Tod’s Group, which includes the Tod’s, Hogan, Roger Vivier and Fay brands, reported in January that 2022 revenue topped €1 billion, beating expectations — though China remained a challenging market. Tod’s brand revenue increased 19.1 per cent for the year, on strong footwear and accessories performances.
“Matteo Tamburini is a talented creative. His modern vision of high quality and Italian lifestyle will definitely bring an added value to our brand,” said Diego Della Valle, president and CEO of Tod’s Group, in a statement. “Tamburini will develop a creative team of highly skilled people with an in-depth understanding of the luxury world.”
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