Moose Knuckles appoints Carlos Nazario as global artistic director

By

Jennifer Braun

Published
Mar 22, 2023

Canadian luxury outerwear and ready-to-wear label Moose Knuckles announced on Tuesday the appointment of Carlos Nazario as global artistic director. 

In this role, effective immediately, Nazario will oversee Moose Knuckles’ collection design, image, content, brick and mortar presentation, and marketing/communication expressions across all channels.

“We are thrilled to welcome Carlos as the global artistic director of Moose Knuckles. He has made his mark on fashion and culture through an understanding of consumers and the industry as a whole with his many creative projects. We could not be more excited by the clarity of his vision for Moose Knuckles,” said Moose Knuckles Chairman, Victor Luis. 

“We look forward to taking the next step in our brand’s evolution together as we inspire customers in new ways while staying true to the irreverent nature, uncompromising craftsmanship and attention to quality that defines the Moose Knuckles brand.”

Nazario is currently the global fashion director at i-D. He also works as a stylist and creative consultant, including for recent Moose Knuckles campaigns, as well as for many luxury brands and numerous magazine covers such as Vogue, i-D, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, and Vanity Fair. 

“I am excited to join Moose Knuckles as global artistic director. Alongside the team, we will develop a new vision for the brand across product categories and communication channels,” said Nazario. 

“The brand has a strong foundation, built upon creating the warmest luxury outerwear on the market. We have an incredible opportunity to broaden the scope of the brand and write the next chapter which will be rooted in modern and innovative product design and communication.”

The Montreal-based company has been steadily growing its retail footprint in recent years. In November, it opened a new store concept in Atlanta, marking the brand’s 11th store in the U.S. Moose Knuckles also operates locations across Canada and Europe.