French designer Haider Ackermann has been appointed as the new creative director of Tom Ford.
- Ackermann’s first showcase will be at Paris Fashion Week in autumn/winter 2025.
- Tom Ford’s brand was purchased by Estée Lauder for $2.8 billion prior to his departure.
- Peter Hawkings, former director, exited the brand unexpectedly in July after nearly 25 years.
- Ackermann expressed pride in honouring Tom Ford’s legacy and looks forward to the future.
Haider Ackermann, a renowned French designer, has been officially announced as the new creative director for Tom Ford, a brand owned by Estée Lauder Companies. This appointment is a pivotal moment, highlighting Ackermann’s esteemed position within the fashion industry.
His inaugural show under the Tom Ford banner will take place during the autumn/winter 2025 womenswear edition of Paris Fashion Week. This much-anticipated event is expected to showcase Ackermann’s unique style and creative vision.
The transition within Tom Ford comes after the brand was sold for a substantial $2.8 billion to Estée Lauder Companies in 2022. This transaction marked the end of Tom Ford’s active role within the brand, as he stepped down shortly after.
Peter Hawkings, who had a longstanding career at Tom Ford spanning nearly 25 years, departed from the brand unexpectedly in July. His exit created an opportunity for fresh leadership under Ackermann’s guidance.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Ackermann conveyed his respect for Tom Ford, stating, “It is with tremendous pride that I will seek to honour the legacy of Tom Ford, a man I have long admired and have the utmost respect for.” He also expressed eagerness for the opportunities ahead.
“I have long been a great fan of Haider’s work,” Tom Ford remarked on Ackermann’s appointment, appreciating his talent in both womenswear and menswear. He praised Ackermann’s sharp tailoring and modern style, sharing excitement for the brand’s future under this new leadership.
Ackermann’s career includes the closure of his own label in 2020, a creative director role at Canada Goose as of May, and a guest designing stint for Jean Paul Gaultier couture in spring/summer 2023. This diverse experience underlines his capability and versatility as he embraces his new role at Tom Ford.
Haider Ackermann’s appointment as the creative director of Tom Ford marks a significant new chapter for the brand.
