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Clare Waight Keller Takes the Helm at UNIQLO: A Blend of Timeless Fashion and Innovation

Clare Waight Keller, the designer who created Meghan Markle’s wedding gown and has held positions as a designer and creative director at luxury houses like Gucci, Givenchy, and Chloé, is now venturing into the world of casual apparel as the new Creative Director at UNIQLO. Hailing from the UK, Clare began her career in the 1990s in New York City, initially working as an accessory designer for American brands such as Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. In 2000, she joined Gucci, where she worked under the direction of Creative Director Tom Ford, contributing to the design of women’s ready-to-wear and accessories. In 2011, Clare joined the luxury brand Chloé as Creative Director, infusing the brand’s elegant essence with a more modern, intellectual approach to femininity, building a more ...