After 15 years at the helm, Alexandre Vauthier resigns from his brand following its acquisition by Californian e-tailer Revolve.
Alexandre Vauthier has officially stepped down from the fashion house he founded in Paris, marking a significant transition for the brand just seven months after its acquisition by the Californian e-tailer Revolve. This departure comes fifteen years after Vauthier established his namesake label, known for its high couture and sophisticated design.
A friend close to Vauthier confirmed his exit from the fashion house, which has faced financial challenges since 2021, when the Commercial Court of Paris initiated a judicial administration procedure. This led to the brand going into receivership in February 2024, prompting the search for potential buyers. The bidding concluded in June 2024 when Revolve, headquartered in Cerritos, California, acquired the fashion house.
Vauthier’s resignation unfolds amidst a backdrop of ongoing brand restructuring. While Revolve chose not to comment on the designer’s exit, reports indicate that he left alongside several members of his design team. The fashion platform had previously collaborated with Vauthier, having sold over $4 million worth of his products to their customers.
Revolve, which markets itself as a destination for Generation Y and Generation Z consumers, was co-founded in 2003 by Mike Karanikolas and Michael Mente. Upon acquiring Alexandre Vauthier through a French holding called L.A., the company retained only 20% of the capital, reflecting a shift in the brand’s operational strategy. As part of the acquisition deal, Revolve committed to investing €6 million into the fashion house, which had a purchase price of just €250,000. The e-commerce giant expressed intentions to “perpetuate the business of the Paris-based company” and establish a global brand presence by leveraging its technological infrastructure and marketing capabilities.
Born in Agen, France, Vauthier trained as a couturier, holding positions with notable designers including Jean-Paul Gaultier. He launched his first collection in 2009 and gained recognition as an official haute couture house in 2014. His designs have attracted high-profile clients, dressing stars like Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, Fanny Ardant, and Monica Bellucci.
Three months prior to his departure, Vauthier presented his Spring-Summer 2025 haute couture collection, showcasing his tailoring expertise in a display that featured three-piece suits, draped dresses, and contemporary styles during a key couture season in Paris. The presentation took place in the elegant salons of the Hôtel de la Monnaie, further demonstrating his commitment to high fashion.
Vauthier’s couture house, located in a prestigious area opposite the Palais de Tokyo in the 16th arrondissement, employed approximately 30 staff members. According to financial filings, the brand reported a turnover of €12.7 million for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023. The company’s collections encompass women’s ready-to-wear, haute couture, leather goods, and footwear, sold through its website and a network of multi-brand retailers, including stores in the United States and Europe.
As Revolve moves forward with its plans for the Alexandre Vauthier brand, the couture house’s future direction will undoubtedly be shaped by this new chapter.
Source: Noah Wire Services
