The way things are the moment, maybe the best thing for Pierpaolo is to lay low and maybe do some consultancy here and there until he can find a place that allows his creativity to flow. That being sad, Givenchy could be great as it offers nothing in terms of brand image at the moment, he basically could start from scratch as long as a new rockstud comes with the 1st collection. The state of fashion is so depressing right now, the last original ones (i.e. Dries) are leaving. What do we have to marvel about???
I am going to stay very provincial, but I can't see Pierpaolo Piccioli in a French or British house. Him reviving some dusted Italian fashion house would be interesting. I am thinking of what he could do at Pucci, Trussardi, or Etro. These are all Italian brands we know about but who have become lackluster. PPP knows very well Italian style and history without falling in the cliché of D&G, so seeing him revive such iconic Italian houses could be fascinating.
I am not sure about him having his own brand, but who knows!
My vote is for Givenchy. That brand has no identity right now (Williams was not a good fit) and I think he could bring it back to relevance, as it was during Tisci...which was very strong, in my opinion.
Side note, I'm baffled that Kering thinks Sabato de Sarno can take Gucci from 10 billion euro to 15 billion, and got rid of Michele in order to do so. I'm dying to hear an insider's perspective on so many of their decisions.
Clutching my pearls - I vote Dries for the romance. Although what I'd really like him to do is open an Italian café, employ all his gorgeous family as staff and hold court over coffee at midnight. He was always way too humble for the catwalks
The schlubs of Silicon Valley learn to dress when they get ripped and want to show off their newly-buff physiques. That's certainly what's happened in Zuck's MMA Era.
And I would love to see Pierpaolo at Balenciaga so it would stop being couture Hot Topic. Though the idea of him being at Armani is intriguing....I don't know that Mr. Armani will ever name a successor.
If Hedi Slimane can go to YSL and Céline and completely ignore the brand’s identity to just do the same thing he’s always been doing, surely Pierpalo could go to any brand and make it beautiful. Seriously though, Guvenchy is probably the most obvious candidate since they haven’t had a hit in a while. Reviving a house with a star designer (which was tried with minimal commercial success in the past with Theyskiens at Rochas and Nina Ricci) would be another option. Vionnet has never really hit it stride in any of its revivals in the last 20 years, but they probably don’t have the budget for him.
What Givenchy is lacking is a distinct vision. I really disliked what Tisci was doing there, but he had a strong point of view and appreciation for couture that helped the brand become relevant. Pierpaolo has the kind of vision that can bring Givenchy back from the brink of doom. Valentino under PPP and MGC was a depressing, repressive, and Amish looking mess and the only thing that sold was the Rockstud shoes and bag. On his own he was able to bring life and exuberance to the brand, creating not only strong selling accessories but also clothes that were wearable and exciting. He is the kind of designer that is rare to come by in that he is both commercially intelligent AND extremely creative. Not to mention that I’ve heard through people that worked for Valentino that he is an incredibly kind and warm person.
The real savage thing for Pierpalo to do is his own vision, connect with the audiences Valentino can't, and watch them beg for him back . Watch everyone beg for him.
....OR what if all these folks are a little too "experienced" and a youth movement is afoot? Fresh ideas, that kind of thing. Just playing devil's advocate here to wonder if some don't get positions at all. Something interesting to ponder.
I came here to say Givenchy, and then saw that seems to be the hot take with others too. I agree it's a place lacking identity but still has the history of creating beautiful dresses for Audrey Hepburn etc. So I feel it has potential for Pier Paolo.
I was surprised to see his announcement that he is leaving... I love his clothes so much, and every season I know he'll put out clothes I want to look at. His red carpet dresses were always my favourites too.
My hot take is that he will lie low and do some consulting work.
My suggestion would be to think of jewelry (same tip I would give to Michele) instead of fashion.
Having said this, I think it all boils down to what you wrote: "how many people really try to look exciting when they leave the house each day?"
I don't believe this but, for sure, this is how most big brands see the market, right now. And they are hiring consequently. Competent marketers/merchandisers, with the task of producing a hero bag and a few reliable carry-overs that will make financial projections easier. In this market, there isn't much of a market for Mr. Piccioli's services.
But then, who knows, he's a big name (among the few people who know who the creative director for a fashion house is; that is, insiders) and that is still a strong card.
The way things are the moment, maybe the best thing for Pierpaolo is to lay low and maybe do some consultancy here and there until he can find a place that allows his creativity to flow. That being sad, Givenchy could be great as it offers nothing in terms of brand image at the moment, he basically could start from scratch as long as a new rockstud comes with the 1st collection. The state of fashion is so depressing right now, the last original ones (i.e. Dries) are leaving. What do we have to marvel about???
I am going to stay very provincial, but I can't see Pierpaolo Piccioli in a French or British house. Him reviving some dusted Italian fashion house would be interesting. I am thinking of what he could do at Pucci, Trussardi, or Etro. These are all Italian brands we know about but who have become lackluster. PPP knows very well Italian style and history without falling in the cliché of D&G, so seeing him revive such iconic Italian houses could be fascinating.
I am not sure about him having his own brand, but who knows!
Sabyasachi Mukherjee for Valentino.
Haider Ackermann for Armani.
Phoebe Philo for Burberry!
My vote is for Givenchy. That brand has no identity right now (Williams was not a good fit) and I think he could bring it back to relevance, as it was during Tisci...which was very strong, in my opinion.
Side note, I'm baffled that Kering thinks Sabato de Sarno can take Gucci from 10 billion euro to 15 billion, and got rid of Michele in order to do so. I'm dying to hear an insider's perspective on so many of their decisions.
A succulent in an Anthropologie catalogue = brilliant
Personally I’d love to see him go to Dior. He could revive the current dullness of that brand in the way Raf Simons did during his tenure.
Clutching my pearls - I vote Dries for the romance. Although what I'd really like him to do is open an Italian café, employ all his gorgeous family as staff and hold court over coffee at midnight. He was always way too humble for the catwalks
The schlubs of Silicon Valley learn to dress when they get ripped and want to show off their newly-buff physiques. That's certainly what's happened in Zuck's MMA Era.
And I would love to see Pierpaolo at Balenciaga so it would stop being couture Hot Topic. Though the idea of him being at Armani is intriguing....I don't know that Mr. Armani will ever name a successor.
If Hedi Slimane can go to YSL and Céline and completely ignore the brand’s identity to just do the same thing he’s always been doing, surely Pierpalo could go to any brand and make it beautiful. Seriously though, Guvenchy is probably the most obvious candidate since they haven’t had a hit in a while. Reviving a house with a star designer (which was tried with minimal commercial success in the past with Theyskiens at Rochas and Nina Ricci) would be another option. Vionnet has never really hit it stride in any of its revivals in the last 20 years, but they probably don’t have the budget for him.
Hello everyone, don't forget about Fendi, as Kim Jones is surely not long for that job
What Givenchy is lacking is a distinct vision. I really disliked what Tisci was doing there, but he had a strong point of view and appreciation for couture that helped the brand become relevant. Pierpaolo has the kind of vision that can bring Givenchy back from the brink of doom. Valentino under PPP and MGC was a depressing, repressive, and Amish looking mess and the only thing that sold was the Rockstud shoes and bag. On his own he was able to bring life and exuberance to the brand, creating not only strong selling accessories but also clothes that were wearable and exciting. He is the kind of designer that is rare to come by in that he is both commercially intelligent AND extremely creative. Not to mention that I’ve heard through people that worked for Valentino that he is an incredibly kind and warm person.
I immediately thought of Dries. I don’t think PP would find it beneath him to work at a smaller house and his crazy could REEEALLY come to life there.
The real savage thing for Pierpalo to do is his own vision, connect with the audiences Valentino can't, and watch them beg for him back . Watch everyone beg for him.
....OR what if all these folks are a little too "experienced" and a youth movement is afoot? Fresh ideas, that kind of thing. Just playing devil's advocate here to wonder if some don't get positions at all. Something interesting to ponder.
I came here to say Givenchy, and then saw that seems to be the hot take with others too. I agree it's a place lacking identity but still has the history of creating beautiful dresses for Audrey Hepburn etc. So I feel it has potential for Pier Paolo.
I was surprised to see his announcement that he is leaving... I love his clothes so much, and every season I know he'll put out clothes I want to look at. His red carpet dresses were always my favourites too.
My hot take is that he will lie low and do some consulting work.
My suggestion would be to think of jewelry (same tip I would give to Michele) instead of fashion.
Having said this, I think it all boils down to what you wrote: "how many people really try to look exciting when they leave the house each day?"
I don't believe this but, for sure, this is how most big brands see the market, right now. And they are hiring consequently. Competent marketers/merchandisers, with the task of producing a hero bag and a few reliable carry-overs that will make financial projections easier. In this market, there isn't much of a market for Mr. Piccioli's services.
But then, who knows, he's a big name (among the few people who know who the creative director for a fashion house is; that is, insiders) and that is still a strong card.