Belgian designer Glenn Martens was named creative director of the Paris fashion house Maison Margiela, taking over the position from John Galliano.

Glenn Martens, known for his reconstructed denim and avant-garde silhouettes, is the new creative director of Maison Margiela.

Fashion powerhouse Maison Margiela appoints Glenn Martens after John Galliano’s exit - The current creative director of Diesel is becoming creative director at Maison Margiela.