American socialite, model and actress Olivia Palermo has been announced as the global style ambassador for Banana Republic, and will star in campaigns for the brand as well as launching a limited edition collection.

Palermo commented 'I've always admired Banana Republic as a go to for versatile, sophisticated styles and I'm so honoured to be the first women's style ambassador. Being able to express my creativity and style with what I wear has always been a big part of my life. Banana Republic makes it so easy to create a wardrobe with quality classics that transition across each season'.