Target appoints Isaac Mizrahi as creative director at large

Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi has been appointed to the newly created role of creative director at large for Target, the retailer announced on Monday, June 15, 2026. The appointment marks a significant return for Mizrahi, who first partnered with Target in 2002, pioneering the concept of high-profile designer collaborations at a mass-market retailer.

In his new position, Mizrahi will not design products himself but will serve as an advisor and mentor to Target's in-house design teams. He will work alongside Senior Vice President of Design Gena Fox, providing guidance on product innovation, emerging trends, and new partnership opportunities. His role is intended to foster a cohesive creative vision across the company's departments, starting with fashion and home goods and potentially extending to other categories.

Mizrahi said he looks forward to collaborating with Target's team to bring more joy, style, and sophistication to the shopping experience, emphasizing a shared belief that great design should be accessible. Target's Chief Merchandising Officer, Cara Sylvester, stated that Mizrahi will provide an external perspective on trends and culture to push the company's creative...