Kim Jones Launches Label & Exits Occur at McQueen & Calvin Klein Collection in This Week's Top Fashion News

Summary

• Seán McGirr exits Alexander McQueen, and Veronica Leoni leaves Calvin Klein Collection.

• Kim Jones debuts his eponymous fashion label; dunhill heads to Pitti Uomo 111.

• Tyler, The Creator redesigns FC Barcelona’s kits, while SZA drops her earthy Vans campaign.

Kim Jones Announces Eponymous Label With FW27 Debut Collection

After much anticipation from fans of the designer, Kim Jones launched a standalone fashion house under his own name. Branching out from his executive tenures at legacy luxury brands like Dior and Fendi, the British designer’s independent label kicks off with a Fall/Winter 2027 collection. Bridging high fashion, streetwear, and utilitarian design, the garments will be primarily crafted in Japan, while the leather accessories will hail from Italy. The inaugural line arrives digitally in mid-2027, with plans for a flagship store opening at Central Yards in Hong Kong that October.

McQueen Parts Ways With Creative Director Seán McGirr After Three Years

Following a three-year stint at the London label, Seán McGirr officially stepped down as creative director of Alexander McQueen. Parent conglomerate Kering confirmed the departure amidst a broader structural pivot for the brand, which includes staff layoffs and scaling back its 135-store retail footprint. The label recently suffered financial woes driven by over-expansion and a heavy reliance on sneaker sales, which have declined. Brand CEO Luca de Meo emphasized the aim to establish “a bold new direction for the house, building on its unique heritage of exceptional tailoring, uncompromising creativity and rebellion.”

Veronica Leoni Steps Down as Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection

After just four seasons, Veronica Leoni concluded her run as the creative director of Calvin Klein Collection. PVH appointed the Céline and The Row alumna in 2024 to resurrect the American brand’s premium runway division, which had sat dormant since 2018. Although her minimalist, body-centric vision sparked industry chatter, it failed to generate commercial momentum against a broader 7% quarterly sales dip for Calvin Klein. PVH maintains that the high-end tier remains crucial to its long-term strategy and will announce a replacement in due course.

Vans and SZA Unveil California-Shot Campaign for Debut VANSZA Drop 1

Vans and SZA showcased the sun-drenched campaign for their inaugural VANSZA collaboration, shot by India Sleem across rugged California landscapes. Dropping October 22, the capsule highlights the singer’s preference for effortless slip-ons through two reworked models: a backless Knu Skool Mule and a distressed Authentic Kickdown featuring a collapsible heel and custom art by Sage Adams. The release rounds out with vintage-inspired outdoor apparel, spanning from oversized outerwear to relaxed cargo pants. SZA is slated to make select in-store appearances to celebrate the launch.

Spotify and FC Barcelona Tap Tyler, The Creator and GOLF WANG for El Clásico Jersey Takeover and Collection

For the latest edition of its FC Barcelona partnership, Spotify granted Tyler, The Creator and his label GOLF WANG full creative control over an FC Barcelona kit takeover. Releasing October 15, the massive lifestyle capsule blends the brand’s playful aesthetic with pitch-ready gear, featuring tracksuits, a letterman jacket, and exactly 1,899 limited-edition retro jerseys. During the highly anticipated El Clásico matchup against Real Madrid on October 25, the signature GOLF logo replaces Spotify’s standard chest branding. A dedicated launch event in Barcelona accompanies the global digital and retail drops.

dunhill to Showcase as Guest Designer at Pitti Uomo 111

British menswear stalwart dunhill secures the Guest Designer spot for the 111th edition of Pitti Uomo. Scheduled for January 14, 2027, in Florence, the presentation unveils Creative Director Simon Holloway’s Fall/Winter 2027 collection. Mining the cultural crossover of 18th-century British aristocrats touring Italy, the brand represents a refined fusion of classic English tailoring and premier Italian craftsmanship. The invitation marks a significant milestone for dunhill as it continues modernizing its extensive heritage archives on a global stage.