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, 2016FashionNewsTextTed StansfieldAnthony 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.READ MOREMk.gee was the unlikely inspiration for Jonathan Anderson’s Dior showDior AW26 men’s: The highlights from Jonathan Anderson’s sophomore showTudor Rose: Henry VIII is Martine Rose’s AW26 muse Harry Styles is back: Revisiting the internet-breaking Dazed cover shootLouis Vuitton AW26 men’s: Pharrell serves Sherlock Hypebeast-HolmesLexee Smith is dancing (and living) like no one is watchingDavid Lynch meets Real Housewives in OPIA’s latest fashion shootWales Bonner’s new collection is cut from the cloth of Indian cultureFashion’s Italian ‘Emperor’ Valentino Garavani has died Miuccia and Raf flipped the familiar at Prada AW26 men’s Dsquared2Dsquared2 turns up the Heated Rivalry at Milan Fashion WeekRick Owens and Juergen Teller make out for MonclerEscape 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