# Alexander McQueen creative leadership change

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/alexander-mcqueen-creative-leadership-change
> Updated: 2026-10-15T16:25:52.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

Alexander McQueen has announced the departure of creative director Seán McGirr following a three-year tenure. This exit occurs during a period of restructuring for the London-based fashion house, which has involved layoffs and a reduction in its retail network.

Kering CEO Luca de Meo stated that the company intends to establish “a bold new direction for the house” to reaffirm its position in the luxury market, specifically by focusing on a heritage of tailoring, creativity, and rebellion. While Gianfranco D’Attis, president and CEO of Alexander McQueen, noted that McGirr helped reconnect the brand with London’s creative culture, the company indicated that new creative leadership will be named in the near future.

The successor is expected to make their debut in London, where McQueen has committed to holding its runway presentations beginning with the Spring/Summer 2027 collection.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Veronica Leoni departs Calvin Klein as Sean McGirr exits Alexander McQueen

Veronica Leoni is departing Calvin Klein as Creative Director, while Sean McGirr is leaving his role at Alexander McQueen after three years.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/veronica-leoni-departs-calvin-klein-as-sean-mcgirr-exits-alexander-mcqueen

### 2026-10-15: Alexander McQueen creative director Seán McGirr departs

Seán McGirr is leaving his role as creative director of Alexander McQueen after three years. Kering plans to announce a new creative leader soon to guide the brand's future direction.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alexander-mcqueen-departs-from-designer-sen-mcgirr

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