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...