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Updated November 4th, 2019 at 18:28 IST

Zac Posen, Deepika Padukone's MET Gala designer, shutting shop

Zac Posen is one of the most recognised celebrity designers of Hollywood. This designer, who has worked for several famous celebrities, is shutting shop.

Reported by: Aditi Sharma
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Zac Posen, one of the most famous celebrity designers is known for his amazing ball gown designs. He has been dressing the first lady of the United States for almost two years. Zac Posen has designed outfits for personalities including Michelle Obama, Naomi Watts, and Rihanna. The designer was also in the news when he designed a flamboyant gown for Deepika Padukone for MET Gala 2019. Recently, Zac Posen announced that his label is shutting down and the company would be ceasing all operations immediately.

About the brand and the designer Zac Posen

Zachary. E. Posen founded the label in 2001. According to a report by a leading daily, the employees of the company were informed on November 1, 2019, that the operations will no longer be conducted and they are free to go. Over the year, Posen has gained a lot of recognition and his status as a TV personality was developed when he participated in the show Project Runway as a judge of the show. In a recent interview, Posen told that the board made a difficult decision and they were in a sale process, however, they ran out of time. The designer also launched his Spring/Summer collection 2020 in a show in September. However, the brand stated that it is not for purchase anymore and it will not be shipped. However, surprisingly, before a few hours of the announcement, there was a statement by the brand that the handbags from the label are available for pre-orders but then the news came in. Now if the website of the brand is visited, it will lead to a blank page.

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On November 2, 2019, Zac expressed his grief towards his team through an Instagram post, where he posted a picture of the whole team. He wrote that he wants to appreciate the brand’s extraordinary team and all those people who have stood by him and for the company. He exclaimed that he is grateful for the unbiased dedication and support the team has shown for the company. He also thanked all the people who have worked with him and has always remained committed to him. In the end, Posen added that he is proud of his creation and he is hopeful for the future.

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Published November 4th, 2019 at 11:44 IST

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