Paris, July 18, 2023 Luxury fashion titan, Ermenegildo Zegna Group, reveals their latest strategic move in the game of style, appointing Lelio Gavazza as the CEO of Tom Ford Fashion. The illustrious world of high fashion is buzzing as Ermenegildo Zegna Group announces Lelio Gavazza as the new CEO of Tom Ford Fashion, an appointment that charts a promising course for the newly acquired brand. Gavazza, the Executive Vice President, Sales & Retail at Bulgari — a luxury giant within the LVMH conglomerate — has been appointed to oversee the fashion division of the Tom Ford brand. This significant announcement arrives a year after Zegna acquired the American designer's fashion business from Estée Lauder Companies Inc., under a long-term license. The appointment sees Gavazza reporting directly to Ermenegildo 'Gildo' Zegna, the CEO of the eponymous group. His responsibilities will not be confined to one aspect of the business but will span the full spectrum of Tom Ford Fashion—from the development of collections and merchandising to production and distribution on a retail and wholesale level. With more than two decades of robust experience in the global luxury industry, Gavazza's appointment aligns perfectly with Zegna's ambitions for Tom Ford. The group has made clear their intent to propel Tom Ford to the apex of global fashion brands, particularly extending its reach beyond the current primary market in the US. During his tenure at Bulgari, Gavazza cultivated an impressive track record across several…
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