Marco De Vincenzo is joining EtroOfficial as the Italian brand’s new creative director, in charge of the women’s, men’s, and home collections.
The designer, a former winner of the Vogue Italia “Who is on Next?” talent search, worked for years on accessories as a consultant for Fendi with Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi. His eye for bold colors, labor-intensive clothes, optical effects, rich fabrics and sophisticated embellishments caught the attention of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, which struck a joint venture with the Rome-based designer in 2014.
LVMH, which invested in the brand in 2014, had a 45 percent stake, while MMGP Srl controlled 35 percent of the company.published by Electa that retraces his career, spotlighting styles that didn’t make the cut of his fashion shows and presentations, called “Mondovisione,” which translates into “Worldwide Broadcast.”
In February, he returned to Milan Fashion Week to present his namesake fall 2022 collection after a two-year hiatus, breathing new life into pre-loved fashion he scouted at thrift stores over the past years.from Dolce & Gabbana with the goal to grow the brand’s customer base, expand into new categories, enhance its digital presence and drive global expansion, with a focus on the opportunities offered by Asia.
Etro is widely known for its signature paisley motif, bold patterns inspired by travel, and precious fabrics. The company was founded in 1968 as a textile firm. In the ‘80s, it expanded into men’s and women’s ready-to-wear collections, accessories, beauty, fragrances and home goods. Etro relies on a global store network that comprises 140 boutiques in over 58 countries, with flagships in cities ranging from Milan and London to Paris, New York, Beijing and Tokyo.