American designer Zac Posen has been announced as creative director of Brooks Brothers where he's to head up the brand's womenswear range, with his debut collection released spring 2016.

Claudio Del Vecchio, Chairman and CEO of Brooks Brothers, commented 'He is one of the most talented and influential American designers working today. As soon as we met, it was clear to us that he had a true understanding of our brand and its storied 196 year heritage as well as the creativity to modernize our offerings within the category'.