Founded in Germany, Escada became an iconic luxury brand of the 1980s and 90s. It is renowned for its bold collections, vibrant colors, and distinctive prints, embodying a glamorous and sophisticated style. The house marked its era with an avant-garde approach to women's ready-to-wear, combining impeccable cuts and…
Creative directors
Who designed each line of the house, and when. The years are those of our sources.
Creative direction
Margaretha Ley
Daniel Wingate
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- Margaretha Leyhouse 1978–1992
- Michael Stolzenburghouse 1992–1994
- Todd Oldhamhouse 1995–1997
- Damiano Biellahouse 2006–2009
- Daniel Wingatehouse 2009–2017
- Niall Sloanhouse 2017–2019
- Emma Cookhouse 2019–2020
Sources
- en.wikipedia.org — Escada — accessed 27 October 2026
- en.wikipedia.org — Todd Oldham — accessed 27 October 2026
- textilwirtschaft.de — escada loest damiano biella als kreativchef ab 68817 — accessed 27 October 2026
- wagmag.com — escadas creative director comes to neiman marcus westchester — accessed 27 October 2026
- textilwirtschaft.de — waehrend verkaufsgeruechten neuekreativchefinbei escada 153476 — accessed 27 October 2026
- fashionunited.uk — accessed 27 October 2026
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