Alexander McQueen is parting ways with creative director Seán McGirr, with Kering announcing his exit on Thursday. Multiple outlets report that McGirr served in the role for about three years.
The reports note that the brand’s parent company says it will name new creative leadership in the near future. Business of Fashion adds additional context, stating that McGirr faced challenges establishing his footing at McQueen, pointing to a weaker-than-expected response to his early designs. Other coverage focuses primarily on the timing and leadership change, rather than on performance details.
Taken together, the accounts indicate a leadership transition at the London fashion house, with Kering signalling that it is moving toward a replacement while McGirr’s tenure is ending.
