Marimekko has appointed Rebekka Roy as Creative Director and as a member of its Management Group. Rebekka was previously Creative Director at Uniqlo Global Innovation Center. She has also worked as Head of Design and Product of Everlane as well as Creative Director EVP of Gap Global Design in New York and of COS in London. She was also a member of Marimekko's board of directors from April 2017 to June 2020. 

Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko, Marimekko’s President and CEO said: "Rebekka is well acquainted with Marimekko, and her versatile international experience and knowledge of the Asian markets will support our creative community in developing the appeal of our collections even further."

Rebekka will commence her new role from 1 September.