Daniel Lee appointed as new creative director of Burberry
After Riccardo Tisci comes the former creative director of Bottega Veneta.
The former creative director of Bottega Veneta who left the brand in November 2021 is back. Daniel Lee has been named Burberry's new creative director .
Riccardo Tisci , the current creative director for about five years, will leave the company at the end of the month. Daniel Lee, former creative director of Bottega Veneta, will arrive at the company on 3 October. The Burberry Spring Summer 2023 collection, presented by Tisci two days ago in London, is the latest signed by the Italian designer. Daniel Lee will oversee all Burberry collections and his debut collection on the runway will take place at London Fashion Week in February 2023.
"I am delighted - commented Jonathan Akeroyd CEO Burberry - that Daniel is joining Burberry as our new Chief Creative Officer. Daniel is an exceptional talent with a unique understanding of today's luxury consumer and a solid record of commercial success; his appointment reinforces the ambitions we have for Burberry. " Satisfaction also from Lee: "I am honored to join Burberry as Chief Creative Officer. Together with the team, we will write the next exciting chapter for this legendary British luxury brand, continuing its historical legacy and building on the legacy of Riccardo. I am very excited to be returning to London, a city that supports pioneering creativity and continues to inspire me. "