Sarah Burton has officially been appointed as the new creative director of Givenchy, succeeding Matthew M. Williams, who left the role in January. Burton, known for her 26-year tenure at Alexander McQueen, expressed excitement about bringing her vision to Givenchy, describing it as a 'jewel'. She is set to present her first collection during Paris Fashion Week in March 2025. Givenchy's CEO, Alessandro Valenti, and board chairman, Sidney Toledano, both praised Burton's unique creative talent and expressed confidence in her ability to elevate the brand. Her appointment marks a significant moment in Givenchy's history, being the eighth designer to lead the maison since its founding in 1953. Burton is also noted for creating the wedding dress for Kate Middleton and for her contributions to diversity in fashion.