British fashion designer Paul Surridge has been announced as Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli's new Creative Director.

Surridge is set to launch his debut collection with the brand in September, and commented 'I am honoured and proud to carry forward the legacy of this extraordinary Italian house. This is a unique opportunity to contribute a new chapter to the Roberto Cavalli universe, which positively celebrates the beauty, sensuality, and power of women. It is my intention to show the passion I share for the codes and vision on which Roberto Cavalli built his brand while celebrating the excellence of Italian craftsmanship'.