Tod's Parts Ways With Creative Director Matteo Tamburini
The Italian luxury house ends the three-year tenure of Tamburini, who joined from Bottega Veneta in 2023.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Fashion
Tod's has parted ways with creative director Matteo Tamburini, who joined the Italian luxury house in 2023 from Bottega Veneta. The company announced the decision on a Tuesday evening, with Tamburini stepping down from the role after three years.
Why it matters
The change is in line with a decision by Tod's to strengthen its focus on communicating the brand's values, codes, artisanal quality, and Italian lifestyle. Tamburini's departure follows his final collection, unveiled for spring during Milan Fashion Week in September.
The announcement was made by company statement on a Tuesday evening, dated November 10, 2026. Tamburini's tenure spanned three years, beginning with his 2023 move from Bottega Veneta.
The players
Tod's
Tod's is an Italian luxury fashion house known for its leather goods and footwear, including its Driving shoe.
Matteo Tamburini
Matteo Tamburini is an Italian fashion designer who previously worked at Bottega Veneta before leading Tod's creative direction.
Diego Della Valle
Diego Della Valle is an Italian businessman who serves as chairman and chief executive of Tod's.
The details
Tod's announced that Tamburini will step down as creative director. The decision was communicated through a company statement, and Diego Della Valle, chairman and CEO of Tod's, is the company's leading executive.
Timeline
2023: Tamburini joins Tod's from Bottega Veneta.
September: His last collection is unveiled during Milan Fashion Week.
November 10, 2026: Tod's announces his departure on a Tuesday evening.
Industry Dynamics
Creative director turnover at Italian houses tends to follow the Milan Fashion Week calendar, where collections for each season are shown in September and February. Tamburini's exit after a September show reflects this pattern of leadership changes timed around the seasonal presentation cycle.
Shoppers following Tod's collections may see shifts in the design direction of the brand's future seasons as the house selects a new creative leader. Tracking announcements from the house is the most reliable way to know when any new direction is revealed.
The takeaway
Creative leadership changes at luxury houses often signal a renewed emphasis on brand identity, and Tod's stated focus on its values, craftsmanship, and Italian heritage suggests its next chapter will lean into those core traditions.
Further reading
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