Frida Giannini alone at the top

The Gucci Group yesterday announced the resignation of menswear designer John Ray, who had taken over in March of last year. In a company statement Mark Lee, president and CEO of Gucci, thanked Ray for his “important contribution to the success of the Gucci Men’s Ready to Wear category”. He also announced that womenswear and accessories designer Frida Giannini will replace him. According to WWD, Ray is leaving the firm for personal reasons, leaving Giannini as the sole creative designer of Gucci.

Giannini took over womenswear from Alessandra Facchinetti after one season, having taken on accessories upon Tom Ford’s departure in March 2004. She has received mixed reviews for her first womenswear collection, but has managed to woo back many big Hollywood names to the brand. This season the brand will hold two fashion shows during Milan Fashion Week to accommodate everyone who wants to see the show.

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