Brooks Brothers is entering its next chapter. The apparel giant, which was purchased by Authentic Brands Group and Simon Property Group in September, has a new designer: CFDA member Michael Bastian.

As Creative Director, the designer oversees all collections under the label. Bastian comes to Brooks Brothers with extensive experience. He started his career in retail as an assistant buyer for Abraham & Strauss and served as men’s fashion director of Bergdorf Goodman before launching his own collection. He is a six-time CFDA Award nominee, taking home the Menswear Trova in 2011. Since selling a majority stake in his label, he has been serving as the interim creative director for the UK-based label Ted Baker.

Although his background is primarily in menswear, Bastian also carries experience working on women’s collections – he worked with Gant on its women’s line for five years.

Congratulations on the new gig, Michael!