Moncler takes its popular brands off the catwalk

Italian brand Moncler has announced, on Monday, the withdrawal of its Moncler Gamme Rouge and Moncler Gamme Bleu collections from the catwalk subsequent to the Spring/Summer 2018 season.

Moncler said that both Giambattista Valli and Thom Browne, who were instrumental to the development of the brands, had "entirely agreed" with the departure of the company.

"With the aim to commit themselves to their respective own brands, both Giambattista Valli and Thom Browne entirely agreed with Remo Ruffini on the fact that Moncler were to naturally evolve and expand towards other horizons", said management.

Remo Ruffini, chairman and CEO of Moncler said he was particularly looking forward to the new challenges ahead: "I feel really excited about Moncler’s future and the challenges that await us. I am all too aware that innovation, focus and dedication are vital for improving every brand and every company, so I feel honored to have had the chance to work alongside two such highly talented and sensitive designers as Giambattista Valli and Thom Browne.

Adding, "I cannot thank Giambattista and Thom enough for having contributed towards the Brand’s growth with Moncler Gamme Rouge and Moncler Gamme Bleu."