After 6 years heading the brand, rumour has it the American-Chinese designer wishes to focus his concentrations on his eponymous label, though he is yet to make an official statement.

During his leadership, the award-winning designer has brought an array of A-list names including Gwyneth Paltrow and Anne Hathaway to the brand’s campaigns, not to mention adding First Lady Michelle Obama to his list of clientele.

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