Christopher Bailey Unveils Final Burberry Collection
Christopher Bailey unveiled his final collection for Burberry at the recent London Fashion Week ? a turning point for the British luxury brand which gained a global reputation under the designer?s tenure. After 17 years, Bailey said farewell with a final overhaul of the fashion house?s signature beige, black and red check pattern. Drawing inspiration […]The post Christopher Bailey Unveils Final Burberry Collection appeared first on Pursuitist.
Christopher Bailey unveiled his final collection for Burberry at the recent London Fashion Week ? a turning point for the British luxury brand which gained a global reputation under the designer?s tenure.After 17 years, Bailey said farewell with a final overhaul of the fashion house?s signature beige, black and red check pattern.Drawing inspiration from the internationally recognised gay pride flag, a new rainbow check featured heavily in London as the 46-year-old Bailey dedicated his show to gay rights campaigns and models.?There has never been a more important time to say that in our diversity lies our strength, and our creativity,? said Bailey, who was the first openly gay head of a company on London?s benchmark FTSE 100 index when he was named chief executive in 2014.The appointment saw him replace Angela Ahrendts, who moved to Apple, and came a decade after Bailey joined Burberry as creative director.He has since propelled Burberry into the 21st century, incorporating new technologies such as social media into his shows.Twic...
Christopher Bailey unveiled his final collection for Burberry at the recent London Fashion Week ? a turning point for the British luxury brand which gained a global reputation under the designer?s tenure.After 17 years, Bailey said farewell with a final overhaul of the fashion house?s signature beige, black and red check pattern.Drawing inspiration from the internationally recognised gay pride flag, a new rainbow check featured heavily in London as the 46-year-old Bailey dedicated his show to gay rights campaigns and models.?There has never been a more important time to say that in our diversity lies our strength, and our creativity,? said Bailey, who was the first openly gay head of a company on London?s benchmark FTSE 100 index when he was named chief executive in 2014.The appointment saw him replace Angela Ahrendts, who moved to Apple, and came a decade after Bailey joined Burberry as creative director.He has since propelled Burberry into the 21st century, incorporating new technologies such as social media into his shows.Twic...
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