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Another bit of news has just popped out of haute couture week in Paris—Roland Mouret’s been named the new Creative Director of Robert Clergerie. Mouret’s the first designer to helm the accessories brand after its founder, Clergerie, and says he’s looking forward to being “part of the special relationship that women have with their shoes.” Given Mouret’s mastery of the female form—and obvious love of women—we’re surprised its taken him this long to tackle a shoe collection. The British designer’s known for fierce tailoring in a very feminine style and though Clergerie may not be known for 6″ stilettos we imagine Mouret will drive the brand in that direction.   The Maison isn’t quite a household name in the States, and without a strong fashion identity it’s nearly a blank slate for Mouret. While he exercises his creative freedom the brand will attract plenty of attention from the fashion world. Clergerie said in a release, “I’m delighted to see Roland Mouret at the head of the creation of the Maison that I created. It is a great symbol to see such perspectives, with a talent who already knows and loves our company.”