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Ackermann and Ford: A Deliciously Dangerous Liaison

Haider Ackermann talks in-depth to Tim Blanks about his debut for Tom Ford and the subtle sensuality behind the brand’s new direction.
Tom Ford's creative director Haider Ackermann.
Haider Ackermann talks in-depth to Tim Blanks about his debut for Tom Ford and the subtle sensuality behind the brand’s new direction. (Spotlight/Launchmetrics.com)
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The mirrors that lined the walls of Haider Ackermann’s show venue on Wednesday night were subtly graffiti-ed with suggestions of deviance: it was easy to imagine provocative phrases, obscene drawings, phone numbers, hand prints… the sort of improvised decor you might find in a gamy club

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Tom Ford Names Haider Ackermann Creative Director

The Colombian-born designer is known for his precise, sensual aesthetic. Owner Estee Lauder and licensee Zegna have lofty ambitions for the brand, whose former creative director Peter Hawking exited suddenly in July.

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Tim Blanks
Tim Blanks

Tim Blanks is Editor-at-Large at The Business of Fashion. He is based in London and covers designers, fashion weeks and fashion’s creative class.

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