By Bethany Berkeley
Marco Mantovani/Getty Images
Italian designer Nicola Brognano is parting ways with Blumarine, marking the conclusion of his influential four-year tenure as Creative Director.
Brognano was appointed to the role in late 2019, tasked with revitalizing the storied Italian fashion house. He quickly made his mark, infusing the brand with a fresh, Y2K-inspired aesthetic that resonated with a new generation of consumers. Under Brognano's leadership, Blumarine experienced a surge in popularity, with its collections appearing on red carpets and runways around the world. The designer was also credited with helping to revive the Y2K fashion trend, which has been a major force in the fashion industry in recent years.
However, despite his success at Blumarine, Brognano has decided to step down from his role. In a joint statement released on Thursday, the designer and the brand said that the decision was "mutual" and that they would "continue to work closely together during the transition period."
"Working as Blumarine's creative director, a brand I have always followed with keen interest, has been profoundly enriching on a professional, creative, and personal level," Brognano said in the statement. "Shining the spotlight once again on the brand has been a unique and thrilling experience. I would like to thank Marco Marchi for this opportunity and my team for the extraordinary work we have done together." Blumarine's parent company, Eccellenze Italiane Holding (EIH), has not yet announced Brognano's successor. However, the company said that it is "committed to continuing the brand's success and building on the strong foundation that Nicola has laid."
Brognano's departure from Blumarine is a significant loss for the brand, as he was a highly respected designer who helped to revive the brand's popularity and image. It remains to be seen how Blumarine will fill the void left by his departure, and what direction the brand will take under new leadership.
Some experts believe that Blumarine may continue to embrace the Y2K aesthetic that Brognano popularised. Others believe that the brand may take a more sophisticated and contemporary direction. It is also possible that Blumarine will look to appoint a designer who can help to further develop the brand's sustainability and ethical initiatives.
Ultimately, the future of Blumarine will depend on the decisions made by the brand's new creative director. However, Brognano's legacy will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.
留言