Young blood: Tom Walker is the new creative director of Givenchy Makeup

French luxury brand Givenchy is starting a new chapter in the cosmetics department with a new creative director who plans to refresh the range of products and implement many creative ideas.

Over the past two decades, Nicolas Degennes has been responsible for the creation of decorative cosmetics for the Givenchy brand. He designed collection concepts, selected trendy color schemes and led the development of innovative formulas for which Givenchy Makeup is famous.

In May 2021, it became known that Nicolas Degenne was leaving the post of creative director, and today representatives of the brand announced that British celebrity makeup artist Tom Walker will now take over his duties.

Tom Walker has gained wide popularity in the fashion world thanks to unusual combinations, play on contrasts, color blocks, as well as love for reflective elements in makeup.

Walker has worked for iD, AnOther, W Magazine and Dazed and Confused, as well as Vogue. He has done collaborative projects with photographers such as Nick Knight, Paolo Roversi and Solve Sundsbo, and has also worked with actresses and singers such as Emma Watson, Claire Foy and many others.

In his new position, Tom will lead the launch of new products and will be involved in the development of advertising campaigns and projects related to Givenchy Makeup.

“We chose Tom Walker for such an important position because he has shown a special vision over the years, comes up with very interesting ideas and has a unique approach to work. His handwriting is, at first glance, simple images, but with a touch of provocation," commented Spitzer.

Tom Walker admitted that he loves Givenchy products for a long time and actively uses them in his work. “The first product from Givenchy that struck me was the Phenomen mascara,” Walker says. “I have never seen products of this quality before. I immediately fell in love with it and have been using it for a long time. This is a great tool with the most comfortable brush and the perfect formula.” Walker added that he also loves Prisme Libre Powder, which is the brand's bestseller. “The effect it provides is amazing,” he says. Walker says that in his new position, he will try to create even more products with unique shades, universal formulas that would make a breakthrough in the world of beauty.

“I'm delighted to be part of a team that consistently delivers very exciting innovations. I really hope that we can learn from each other and achieve what the world of beauty needs today – new formulas, formats and harmonious interaction with the digital world, “comments Walker.