But whatever the case, it was a landmark period for the fashion house. In his eight years as creative director, there was everything - spectacle, controversy, chiffon, and severed heads. Michele mercilessly erased gender boundaries, with a surprising passion, "played" with the brand's rich heritage, and each time he managed to surprise the particular industry.
This duo will always be remembered - Michele changed Gucci, but the brand could not change the designer. That's probably why they had to part ways.