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Martine Rose has been named creative director of Balenciaga, taking over the role less than a day after the brand announced the departure of Pierpaolo Piccioli. The appointment became effective immediately. In a statement to the press, Rose said, “It is a true privilege to be named creative director of Balenciaga, a house with an extraordinary heritage and an untamed creative spirit. I am committed to honoring the house’s legacy and creating its next chapter.” She added that she would work to preserve the brand’s heritage while steering it toward new directions. Balenciaga’s president and executive director, Gianfranco Gianangeli, praised Rose as a “talented creative with a bold and distinctive vision, capable of challenging conventions and redefining silhouettes.” Rose’s connection to the house dates back to 2015, when former creative director Demna Gvasalia recruited her to help develop Balenciaga’s menswear line. Over the next three years, she contributed to the brand’s signature exaggerated proportions and oversized silhouettes. In 2007, Rose launched her own eponymous label. In March 2026, her label announced it would cease production of its Fall 2026 collection due to operational difficulties, a decision she described as necessary for the brand’s long‑term success. The appointment follows speculation within the industry for several weeks, with early reports from Lauren Sherman and Puck last month. Rose’s new role places her at the helm of Balenciaga, a fashion house owned by Kering. Article source: 24 Orë | Image credit: 24 Orë
Martine Rose has been named creative director of Balenciaga, taking over the role less than a day after the brand announced the departure of Pierpaolo Piccioli. The appointment became effective immediately. In a statement to the press, Rose said, “It is a true privilege to be named creative director of Balenciaga, a house with an extraordinary heritage and an untamed creative spirit. I am committed to honoring the house’s legacy and creating its next chapter.” She added that she would work to preserve the brand’s heritage while steering it toward new directions. Balenciaga’s president and executive director, Gianfranco Gianangeli, praised Rose as a “talented creative with a bold and distinctive vision, capable of challenging conventions and redefining silhouettes.” Rose’s connection to the house dates back to 2015, when former creative director Demna Gvasalia recruited her to help develop Balenciaga’s menswear line. Over the next three years, she contributed to the brand’s signature exaggerated proportions and oversized silhouettes. In 2007, Rose launched her own eponymous label. In March 2026, her label announced it would cease production of its Fall 2026 collection due to operational difficulties, a decision she described as necessary for the brand’s long‑term success. The appointment follows speculation within the industry for several weeks, with early reports from Lauren Sherman and Puck last month. Rose’s new role places her at the helm of Balenciaga, a fashion house owned by Kering.
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