Valentino cancels June shows after Piccioli's departure

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 25 - Valentino on Monday cancelled its June shows after Pierpaolo Piccioli's departure as creative director after 25 years.
    Valentino confirmed in a note that it will not present its next men's and haute couture shows scheduled for June.
    "Creativity," the note said, "will continue to guide the company as a fundamental pillar, shaping future new collections in both women's and men's ready-to-wear and haute couture, elevating the brand's DNA, its iconic codes and unparalleled Italian heritage." (ANSA).