Christopher Kane Appointed Creative Director of Women's Ready-to-Wear at Mulberry
Mulberry is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Kane, one of Britain's leading designers, as Creative Director of Women's Ready-to-Wear.
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This partnership marks a new step in the "Back to the Mulberry Spirit" strategy, which embodies creativity, craftsmanship, and a connection to culture rooted in Britain's rich heritage. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, Kane is a recipient of the Vogue Fashion Fund and has won four British Fashion Awards, including "Womenswear Designer of the Year." He will present his first "Mulberry by Christopher Kane" collection in September 2026, which will be available in stores and online from January 2027.
"Welcoming Christopher marks the beginning of a new chapter in ready-to-wear for Mulberry. He possesses the rare qualities of creativity, intellectual rigor, and an instinctive playfulness, along with a deep respect for craft and materials. His vision resonates strongly with Mulberry's heritage and the spirit of British creativity that defines the brand. We will now move beyond accessories to further evolve Mulberry's creative expression and build an exciting future for ready-to-wear on the global stage."
Andrea Baldo
CEO, Mulberry
Christopher Kane commented on the partnership:
"I am honored to join Mulberry, a brand with a rich British heritage and a deep commitment to craft. I look forward to working closely with Andrea and the team to create a new chapter in ready-to-wear that embodies the Mulberry spirit."
The first "Mulberry by Christopher Kane" collection is scheduled for release in stores and online from January 2027.
About Mulberry
Born in Somerset, England in 1971, Mulberry is an iconic lifestyle brand that embodies British playfulness and creativity, celebrating craft, culture, and community. Sustainability has been at the core of the brand since its inception, and in 2021, it clearly committed to transitioning to a regenerative and circular model through its "Made to Last Manifesto." In 2024, it received B Corp certification in recognition of its purpose-driven business approach.
"Welcoming Christopher marks the beginning of a new chapter in ready-to-wear for Mulberry. He possesses the rare qualities of creativity, intellectual rigor, and an instinctive playfulness, along with a deep respect for craft and materials. His vision resonates strongly with Mulberry's heritage and the spirit of British creativity that defines the brand. We will now move beyond accessories to further evolve Mulberry's creative expression and build an exciting future for ready-to-wear on the global stage."
Andrea Baldo
CEO, Mulberry
Christopher Kane commented on the partnership:
"I am honored to join Mulberry, a brand with a rich British heritage and a deep commitment to craft. I look forward to working closely with Andrea and the team to create a new chapter in ready-to-wear that embodies the Mulberry spirit."
The first "Mulberry by Christopher Kane" collection is scheduled for release in stores and online from January 2027.
About Mulberry
Born in Somerset, England in 1971, Mulberry is an iconic lifestyle brand that embodies British playfulness and creativity, celebrating craft, culture, and community. Sustainability has been at the core of the brand since its inception, and in 2021, it clearly committed to transitioning to a regenerative and circular model through its "Made to Last Manifesto." In 2024, it received B Corp certification in recognition of its purpose-driven business approach.