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Tod’s hires former Gucci designer as creative director

25/02/2013
Luxury leathergoods and footwear company Tod's has hired former Gucci and Valentino designer Alessandra Facchinetti as creative director.

Tod's has been expanding its international footprint after suffering from lower sales in its home market during the recession.

"Alessandra Facchinetti is a very talented woman," said Diego Della Valle, CEO of the Italian company. "Her passion for detail and her dedication to the research of materials and manufacturing make her perfect for our brand, which has always been very attentive to quality and Made in Italy."

Tod's reported 2012 sales of €63 million in 2012, up 7.8%, helped by a good performance in China.

Known for its leather shoes and bags, apparel only accounts for around 9% of the group's sales.


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