Photography by Lea ColomboFashion / NewsAnthony Vaccarello is closing his brand for nowThe designer reveals why he’s putting his label on holdShareLink copied ✔️August 30, 2016FashionNewsText Ted Stansfield Anthony Vaccarello AW16 Belgian-Italian fashion designer Anthony Vaccarello, known for his sexy, body-conscious and often black designs, has just revealed that he is shuttering his brand. According to a statement from the eight-year-old label, the designer is putting it on hold so that he can focus on his new responsibilities at Saint Laurent, where he was appointed creative director in April. As well as thanking those who have supported the label, Vaccarello said, “This adventure has been amazing but I now feel the need to fully focus on this new project.” As for this new project, Vaccarello will make his Saint Laurent debut at Paris Fashion Week in early October. While the designer has already done a campaign for the house, hinting at a sexy new era for the house, it’s yet to be seen how he takes Hedi Slimane’s youth culture-infused mantle. Head to the gallery above to see Anthony Vaccarello’s AW16 (and last, for now) collection for his brand. Backstage at Anthony Vaccarello AW16Photography Virginie KhateebEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingMeet the photographer behind Olivia Rodrigo’s new eraChad Moore’s latest book, Eyes and Skies, pairs close-up portraits of friends and lovers with expansive celestial landscapesArt & PhotographyFashionTechno-fascist fashion: Why Silicon Valley is moving into menswearOakley FashionGoing ‘field mode’ with Roger ScottBeautyNude awakening: Meet the young people embracing naturismFilm & TVWhat do sex workers actually think of Euphoria?Life & CultureDevon Lee Carlson and Jesse Rutherford are the internet’s favourite coupleBeauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaLife & Culture‘Chat was my backbone’: People are now using AI for awkward conversationsLife & CultureThe case for wiping your Instagram gridEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy