Christopher Bailey

British fashion designer; graduate of the Royal College of Art (MA Fashion Design, 1994). Burberry design director from May 2001, creative director from 2004, Chief Creative Officer from November 2009, dual CCO + CEO from May 2014, President + CCO from November 2017, exited December 2018. Acquired Burleigh Pottery in June 2026 as part of an investor group — his first major business venture since Burberry.

Born

1971

Nationality

British

Roles

creative director, ceo, investor

Connections

Outbound

• Former creative director of → Burberry (2004)
• Owner of → Burleigh (2026)

Inbound

• Christopher Bailey-led acquisition of Burleigh Pottery → Led by

Posts

• Fashion Designers Buying Craft Houses, 2010-2026 primary 12 Jun 2026