開雲集團Kering與Gucci欣然宣布，Demna 將於2025年7月初正式擔任品牌新任藝術總監。
自2015年起擔任Balenciaga藝術總監的Demna ，成功重新定義了現代奢華，贏得全球認可，並奠定了他在時尚產業的權威地位。
開雲集團主席兼首席執行官François-Henri Pinault表示：「Demna對時尚產業、Balenciaga以及集團的成功貢獻巨大。他的創意能量正是Gucci所需要的。在感謝他過去十年來的卓越成就的同時，我也期待他為Gucci塑造全新的藝術方向。」
開雲集團副首席執行官、品牌發展負責人Francesca Bellettini則表示：「Demna對當代文化有著深刻的理解，他豐富的經驗與前瞻性的設計理念，使他成為這一世代最具影響力和成就的創意人士之一。他的加入將成為Gucci重新點燃創意活力的關鍵。我期待他與Stefano的合作，共同引領Gucci邁向新的輝煌時代。」
Gucci首席執行官Stefano Cantino表示：「我一直非常欣賞Demna獨特且極具力量的創意視角。他能夠在尊重品牌傳承的同時，完美融合現代感，這種能力令人敬佩。在Gucci穩固的基礎之上，Demna將帶領品牌邁向更高的時尚權威地位，並持續在文化領域發揮深遠影響。」
Demna本人則表示：「我非常激動能夠加入Gucci這個大家庭。能夠為這個我深深敬仰的品牌貢獻自己的力量，是一種莫大的榮耀。我期待與Stefano及整個團隊攜手，共同書寫Gucci精彩故事的全新篇章。」
GUCCI 新訊英文新聞稿
DEMNA APPOINTED ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF GUCCI
Kering and Gucci are delighted to announce the appointment of Demna as the House’s new Artistic Director, starting early July 2025.
Demna, Artistic Director of Balenciaga since 2015, has redefined modern luxury, earning global recognition and cementing his authority on the industry.
François-Henri Pinault, Chairman & CEO of Kering, stated: “Demna's contribution to the industry, to Balenciaga, and to the Group's success has been tremendous. His creative power is exactly what Gucci needs. As I thank him for everything he has accomplished over the past 10 years, I look forward to seeing him shape Gucci’s new artistic direction.”
Francesca Bellettini, Kering Deputy CEO in charge of Brand Development, said: “Demna’s profound understanding of contemporary culture, coupled with his extensive experience in conceiving visionary projects, has established him as one of the most influential and accomplished creatives of his generation. His appointment as Artistic Director is the perfect catalyst to reignite Gucci’s creative energy. I look forward to the collaboration of Demna and Stefano as they lead Gucci into a new era of success.”
Stefano Cantino, CEO of Gucci, said: “I have always admired Demna's creative approach, that is both unique and powerful. His ability to honor the iconic legacy of a brand while embracing a modern sensibility is extraordinary. With Gucci’s strengthened foundations as a springboard, Demna will lead the House towards renewed fashion authority and enduring cultural relevance.”
Demna said: “I am truly excited to join the Gucci family. It is an honor to contribute to a House that I deeply respect and have long admired. I look forward to writing together with Stefano and the whole team a new chapter of Gucci's amazing story.”
圖片來源：Credit: © Demna、IG@gucci
