Diesel: Glenn Martens steps down as the brand’s creative director
The designer had been appointed creative director of the Otb Group’s flagship brand in October 2020
Belgian designer Glenn Martens is stepping down as creative director of Diesel, the flagship brand of the OTB Group, a role he has held since October 2020. His final collection, for SS 2027, will be presented next Tuesday during the upcoming Milan Fashion Week. He will, however, remain at the helm of Maison Margiela, another brand within the Veneto-based group, which he took over after leaving John Galliano in December 2024.
“Martens has transformed the way the brand is perceived, forging a strong connection with younger generations and laying a solid foundation for its future,” said Renzo Rosso, founder and chairman of OTB, in a statement. “ “He has brought Diesel back to the forefront of the fashion world, whilst preserving the openness, energy and accessibility that have always set us apart. We are deeply grateful to him for everything he has achieved.”
As is customary in similar cases, the group has reserved the right to announce the name of Martens’ successor ‘in due course’.
