Pierpaolo Piccioli lascia la direzione creativa di Balenciaga

Kering faces significant changes as Pierpaolo Piccioli departs Balenciaga after less than two years, following recent exits of other designers. The decision reflects a shift in leadership under CEO Luca De Meo, who has different expectations for creative directors. Piccioli's tenure was marked by underwhelming results and a struggle to align the brand's vision with its heritage. Speculation suggests Martine Rose may succeed him, having previously collaborated with Demna, Balenciaga's former creative head. The brand's future remains uncertain amid these transitions.