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Simon Spurr named new creative director of 7 for All Mankind

7 for All Mankind has a new global creative director. The denim label has named British fashion designer Simon James Spurr as the global lead, effective immediately. Spurr will lead all teams of the 19-year-old brand in a mission that blends 7 for All Mankind’s heritage with contemporary wants. Spurr will be based in Los Angeles, where the brand...

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Eidos taps Simon Spurr as the new Creative Director

Isaia Corp has appointed Simon Spurr as Creative Director of Eidos. The company said in a statement that Spurr will have creative responsibility overseeing the Eidos brand’s collections and image. Commenting on Spurr’s appointment, Isaia CEO and Eidos owner, Gianluca Isaia said in a media statement: "I have been following Simon's career for a...

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Gieves and Hawkes promotes Mark Frost to creative director

London - Menswear brand Gieves and Hawkes has announced that it has promoted Mark Frost, a member of its design team, to creative director, replacing Simon Spurr. Trinity Limited, which owns the brand, confirmed the promotion following the news that Spurr had departed the British tailor founded in 1771, after just five months in the role and...

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Simon Spurr exits role at Gieves & Hawkes

London - Six months after Simon Spurr's appointment at Gieves & Hawkes as creative director comes news of his departure. The designer has exited his role at the British fashion label prior to revealing his first collection, which was slated for debut during London Collections: Men, spring/summer 2017. Spurr was first named creative director of...

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Kent & Curwen names new creative director

British heritage brand has appointed Simon Spur as creative director and senior vice president, following the departure of Michael Sondag who left the company earlier this month. Spurr will oversee product design, store development and marketing at the menswear brand with immediate effect. "I am very excited to join Kent & Curwen and be part of...

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Simon Spurr exits namesake brand

Menswear designer Simon Spurr has reportedly left his label. The UK-born US-based designer sold his autumn winter 2012 collection in January with European agent Futurenet, but has not commented on why he is leaving his namesake brand. The company suffered losses when accounts such as Mr Porter decided to not continue to stock the brand, however...