Christopher Kane Appointed Creative Director of Mulberry Womens Ready-to-Wear
Mulberry has appointed renowned British designer Christopher Kane as its new Creative Director for Womens Ready-to-Wear. This collaboration signifies a new chapter for the brand, focusing on its British heritage, craftsmanship, and creative spirit. Kane's inaugural collection is slated for presentation in September 2026, with a retail launch in January 2027.
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Mulberry is delighted to announce the appointment of celebrated British designer Christopher Kane as Creative Director for Womens Ready-to-Wear.
This partnership marks a new step in the "Back to the Mulberry Spirit" strategy, embodying creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural connection rooted in Britain's rich heritage. Kane, a graduate of Central Saint Martins, has won four awards, including the Vogue Fashion Fund and "Womenswear Designer of the Year" at the British Fashion Awards. His first "Mulberry by Christopher Kane" collection will be presented in September 2026 and launched in stores and online from January 2027.
"Welcoming Christopher signifies the opening of a new chapter in ready-to-wear for Mulberry. He possesses a rare combination of creativity, intellectual rigor, and instinctive playfulness, along with a deep respect for craft and materials. His vision strongly resonates with Mulberry's heritage and the spirit of British creativity that symbolizes the brand. Moving forward, we will transcend the realm of accessories to further evolve Mulberry's creative expression and collectively build an exciting future for ready-to-wear on the global stage."
Andrea Bald
CEO of Mulberry
Regarding this partnership, Christopher Kane states:
"I am deeply honored to join Mulberry, a brand with such a rich British heritage and a profound 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 spirit of Mulberry."
The first "Mulberry by Christopher Kane" collection is scheduled to be released from January 2027 in stores and online.
About Mulberry
Founded in Somerset, UK, in 1971, Mulberry is an iconic lifestyle brand that embodies British playfulness and creativity, alongside craft, culture, and community. Sustainability has been at the core of the brand since its inception, and in 2021, it clearly articulated its transition to a regenerative and circular model through the "Made to Last Manifesto." In 2024, its purpose-driven business approach was recognized with B Corp certification.
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