In late January 2025, at Givenchy’s Avenue Georges V atelier, Sarah Burton was meticulously arranging trial looks for her highly anticipated Fall 2025 debut at Paris Fashion Week. Although she was appointed creative director of Givenchy in September 2024, Burton brings decades of experience—and a deep connection to the house’s history.
A Legacy of Craft and Emotion
Burton’s career began at Alexander McQueen, where she worked as an assistant to Lee McQueen during his own Givenchy tenure in the late 1990s. She eventually became McQueen’s successor, leading the house with her signature blend of romanticism, technical mastery, and deep storytelling.
By the time she departed McQueen in 2023 after a 26-year tenure, she had become one of the most respected designers in the industry. Her departure sparked an industry-wide debate about the lack of female creative directors at major fashion houses.
A New Era at Givenchy
Burton’s Givenchy debut is expected to merge her feminine sensibility with the house’s sharp tailoring and dark elegance. Known for intricate craftsmanship and emotional depth, she has the potential to redefine Givenchy’s aesthetic while honoring its legacy.
