Zac Posen
Executive Vice President & Creative Director, Gap Inc.; Chief Creative Officer, Old Navy
The American designer and creative right hand to Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson has managed to re-insert the company’s flagship Gap brand into the cultural conversation.
Zac Posen is executive vice president and creative director at Gap Inc. as well as chief creative officer at stablemate Old Navy.
Renowned for his technical excellence and innovative designs, Posen has been a prominent figure in American fashion for over two decades. His appointment at Gap Inc. marks a significant milestone, as he is the first designer to oversee all four of the company's brands: Gap, Banana Republic, Athleta, and Old Navy.
Posen attended Saint Ann's School in Brooklyn before enrolling at the Parsons School of Design. His eponymous label launched in 2001 quickly gained acclaim for its glamorous red-carpet couture. Following the brand's closure in 2019, Posen took on various consulting roles before his high-profile appointment at Gap Inc.
Working alongside CEO Richard Dickson, Posen is working across Gap Inc.'s brands in a bid to make them more culturally relevant, as well as enhancing fit, quality and style.
Posen has said Gap Inc. is in a period of "brand reinvigoration…rooted in great product, experiences, and a new culture of creativity."
Posen's influence has been felt with notable appearances of Gap on the red carpet in 2024, such as Da’Vine Joy Randolph at the Met Galaand Anne Hathaway at a Bulgari high jewellery even it.
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Richard Dickson Has Assembled a Dream Team at Gap. Can They Deliver?
With the hiring of Reed Krakoff and John Demsey this week, and Zac Posen last year, the retailer’s top ranks are a who’s who of fashion and beauty industry talent. But boosting sales and breaking into new categories such as accessories and beauty would be a tough assignment for anyone.
Richard Dickson Has Assembled a Dream Team at Gap. Can They Deliver?
With the hiring of Reed Krakoff and John Demsey this week, and Zac Posen last year, the retailer’s top ranks are a who’s who of fashion and beauty industry talent. But boosting sales and breaking into new categories such as accessories and beauty would be a tough assignment for anyone.
Gap Taps Reed Krakoff and John Demsey to Lead Push Into Accessories and Beauty
Gap Inc. said it plans to launch beauty at Old Navy this fall in 150 stores, including some in the form of shop-in-shops. Accessories will encompass handbags, jewellery and leather goods across its portfolio. But venturing into new categories will pose a risk for a retailer still in the early innings of a turnaround.
Gap Taps Reed Krakoff and John Demsey to Lead Push Into Accessories and Beauty
Gap Inc. said it plans to launch beauty at Old Navy this fall in 150 stores, including some in the form of shop-in-shops. Accessories will encompass handbags, jewellery and leather goods across its portfolio. But venturing into new categories will pose a risk for a retailer still in the early innings of a turnaround.
Why Gap Is Going Premium
With the new GapStudio line, creative director Zac Posen is introducing an edgier, fashion-forward perspective and a platform for monetising his designs on the red carpet, such as Gap’s latest custom outfit for Timothée Chalamet.
Why Gap Is Going Premium
With the new GapStudio line, creative director Zac Posen is introducing an edgier, fashion-forward perspective and a platform for monetising his designs on the red carpet, such as Gap’s latest custom outfit for Timothée Chalamet.
How Zac Posen is Reenergising Gap Inc. | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor in chief Imran Amed sits down with the newly-appointed creative director of Gap Inc. to explore how the latest chapter in his creative journey is changing the way he thinks about success and professional fulfilment.
How Zac Posen is Reenergising Gap Inc. | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor in chief Imran Amed sits down with the newly-appointed creative director of Gap Inc. to explore how the latest chapter in his creative journey is changing the way he thinks about success and professional fulfilment.
The Gap Comeback That’s Actually Working
Gap Inc. has been trying to turn things around for two decades. Now, seven months into designer and BoF 500 member Zac Posen’s tenure as creative lead, there’s early evidence that his efforts to re-energise the company’s flagship brand are delivering results.
The Gap Comeback That’s Actually Working
Gap Inc. has been trying to turn things around for two decades. Now, seven months into designer and BoF 500 member Zac Posen’s tenure as creative lead, there’s early evidence that his efforts to re-energise the company’s flagship brand are delivering results.
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Rising talents and industry legends united to celebrate the new members of the definitive index of people shaping the global fashion industry.
The BoF 500: Fashion’s Industry Olympics Comes to Paris
Rising talents and industry legends united to celebrate the new members of the definitive index of people shaping the global fashion industry.
Alessandro Michele, Michelle Yeoh, Francesca Bellettini, Zac Posen and Angel Reese Are Our BoF 500 Cover Stars
On Friday September 27, The BoF 500 Class of 2024 will be unveiled. To mark the occasion, The Business of Fashion sat down with five members of our global community as they embark on new chapters in their careers.
Alessandro Michele, Michelle Yeoh, Francesca Bellettini, Zac Posen and Angel Reese Are Our BoF 500 Cover Stars
On Friday September 27, The BoF 500 Class of 2024 will be unveiled. To mark the occasion, The Business of Fashion sat down with five members of our global community as they embark on new chapters in their careers.
Creating Cultural Moments in the Age of Algorithms
Can Gap create mass cultural relevance in a fragmented world? This week’s Grammys and Edward Enninful’s final Vogue cover may offer lessons for the brand’s new creative head Zac Posen, writes Imran Amed.
Creating Cultural Moments in the Age of Algorithms
Can Gap create mass cultural relevance in a fragmented world? This week’s Grammys and Edward Enninful’s final Vogue cover may offer lessons for the brand’s new creative head Zac Posen, writes Imran Amed.
Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake
Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.
Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake
Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.
Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director
The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.
Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director
The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.
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The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
