Peter Hawkings has stepped down as the creative director at Tom Ford after 14 months in the role.
- Hawkings was appointed by Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) following Tom Ford’s decision to step back from the brand.
- His departure has been confirmed by ELC, though a successor has not yet been named.
- Guillaume Jesel, president and CEO of Tom Ford, thanked Hawkings for his exceptional contributions to the company.
- Tom Ford had expressed confidence in Hawkings’ ability to maintain high-quality fashion products when he was appointed.
Peter Hawkings, who was appointed as the creative director at Tom Ford just over 14 months ago, has exited from his role. His appointment had come after the eponymous founder, Tom Ford, decided to step back from his duties at the fashion house.
The decision for Ford to step down aligned with the brand’s acquisition by Estée Lauder Companies for $2.8 billion in 2022. Hawkings was seen as the ideal successor due to his leadership skills and extensive industry experience.
Estée Lauder Companies, the current owner of Tom Ford, has confirmed Hawkings’ departure. However, the details regarding his successor have not been disclosed as of yet, leaving room for speculation within the fashion industry.
Guillaume Jesel, who serves as both the president and CEO of Tom Ford and luxury business development at ELC, publicly acknowledged Hawkings’ significant contributions to the brand. Jesel expressed his gratitude, highlighting Hawkings’ impact right from the start of his tenure.
Tom Ford, upon Hawkings’ appointment, had praised him as a talented leader capable of continuing the brand’s commitment to high-quality and innovative fashion design. Ford had expressed his confidence in Hawkings to uphold the standards and vision that had been a hallmark of the brand.
The future direction of Tom Ford remains unclear as the company searches for a new creative director.
