March 10, 2025 |
Following Luke and Lucie Meier‘s departure from the brand after nearly eight years back in February, Jil Sander has named its new creative director, Simone Bellotti. Bellotti, who held the title of creative director at Bally since October 2022, is expected to bring his fresh, artistic stylings to the German label.
Having grown up in Milan before relocating to Antwerp, Bellotti was quickly embraced by the cities radically creative circles. Having held a 16-year tenure at Gucci, he also boasts previous senior titles at A.F. Vandervorst, Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta and Gianfranco Ferré, where he cut his teeth across both ready-to-wear and accessories. He possesses a keen eye for detail and a penchant for interpreting archival references in innovative ways, drawing on art, photography and music for inspiration.
Renzo Rosso, Chairman of OTB Group (which owns Jil Sander), comments, “Simone embarks on this journey with extensive experience and a distinct talent. Over the time spent together we shared the strategic vision and mission for Jil Sander, the values of innovation and sophistication that make it an iconic and unique brand.”
Bellotti adds, “I am incredibly honoured to join Jil Sander, a storied house that created a new aesthetic with its unique approach and strong identity, and that has always had such a significant influence on the design community. I am grateful to Renzo for the trust, and I am keen to contribute to the house’s full potential.”
Photography courtesy of Jil Sander.
