A little while back, Dior announced the replacement of its previous Men’s Creative Director Kris Van Assche with Kim Jones. And now, kick-starting a new chapter for the fashion industry, Berluti has declared that Van Assche will be taking over the reins of the House, designing shoes, leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories.

 “I am delighted to welcome Kris Van Assche to Berluti. I have known him for several years, have always admired his work at Dior Homme and I am looking forward to welcoming him,” said Antoine Arnault, CEO of the House.

“I have always wanted to build bridges between the savoir-faire, the heritage of a house and my clear-cut contemporary vision. Antoine Arnault spoke to me of his ambitions for Berluti and it is with great pleasure that I accept this new challenge which fits perfectly with my own will and vision. I would also like to thank Mr. Bernard Arnault for his renewed confidence,” commented Kris Van Assche.

The designer will hence present his first collection during Paris Men’s Fashion Week in January 2019.