British Designer Louise Trotter Named Creative Director for Lacoste
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British fashion designer Louise Trotter is Lacoste’s new Creative Director, the brand informed in a statement this Thursday. She is the very first woman to hold this role at the French label best known for its crocodile logo. Her first collection will be showcased at the next Paris Fashion Week.
“We are very happy to welcome Louise in our team. Her visionary approach to lines and materials and her expertise in designing highly technical pieces, are valuable assets to strengthen the positioning of our collections”, said Thierry Guibert, CEO of Lacoste Group, in a statement.
“I’m looking forward to joining a French brand with such a unique heritage. The brand managed to stay fresh and modern in throughout the last 85 years thanks to its unique combination of sports and fashion. I’m proud to be able to contribute to the next chapter of its history”, added Trotter.
Trotter replaces the Portuguese designer Felipe Oliveira Baptista who parted ways with Lacoste in May. She stepped down from the role of Creative Director at British luxury label Joseph in July, after nine years. Before Joseph, Trotter held the same position at Jigsaw.
Questions & Answers
Q.Who was the previous Creative Director for Lacoste before Louise Trotter?
Who was the previous Creative Director for Lacoste before Louise Trotter?
The Portuguese designer Felipe Oliveira Baptista held the role of Creative Director before Louise Trotter. He departed from Lacoste in May of this year, leading to Trotter's appointment.
Q.What is significant about Louise Trotter's appointment as Creative Director?
What is significant about Louise Trotter's appointment as Creative Director?
Louise Trotter is the very first woman to hold the position of Creative Director at the French label Lacoste. This marks a new chapter in the brand's history regarding leadership.
Q.When will Louise Trotter's first collection for Lacoste be presented?
When will Louise Trotter's first collection for Lacoste be presented?
Louise Trotter's inaugural collection for Lacoste is scheduled to be unveiled at the upcoming Paris Fashion Week. This will be the public's first look at her creative direction.
Q.Which companies did Louise Trotter work for before joining Lacoste?
Which companies did Louise Trotter work for before joining Lacoste?
Before joining Lacoste, Louise Trotter was the Creative Director at the British luxury label Joseph for nine years, stepping down in July. Prior to that, she held the same position at Jigsaw.