THE LOAFER SINCE 1953: A NEW GUCCI CAMPAIGN STARRING PIETRO CASTELLITTO
Gucci continues its timeless journey with the Horsebit 1953 loafer, an emblem of the House's heritage, through a new campaign conceived by Creative Director Sabato De Sarno. At the heart of this latest chapter is Italian actor screenwriter, and director Pietro Castellitto, who follows in the footsteps of Paul Mescal, Global Brand Ambassador Xiao Zhan, and Kingsley Ben-Adir, all of whom starred in previous campaigns celebrating the signature House style. Every talent has brought a personal interpretation to the Horsebit 1953 loafer, reflecting Gucci’s evolving vision of modern masculinity, one that embraces personality, originality, and contemporary elegance.
Set in a creative space surrounded by books, music, and art, the campaign captures a relaxed representation of Pietro Castellitto. Through a series of portraits, he seamlessly transitions between a range of looks, from casual to refined, each grounded by the enduring presence of the Gucci Horsebit 1953 loafer. With its emblematic hardware, the loafer is a constant throughout these transformations, underscoring its essential role in Creative Director Sabato De Sarno’s menswear wardrobe.
The Horsebit 1953 loafer, a signature piece since its debut, continues to transcend time and trends. First introduced in its eponymous year when the House launched footwear, it offered a new idea of elegance: equal parts sporty, casual, and sensual. Its double ring and bar, inspired by the equestrian world, has remained a defining motif in Gucci's collections for over seven decades, evoking the life and style that surrounded equestrianism, a popular pastime among its clientele of the time.
With each iteration of the campaign, the Gucci Horsebit 1953 loafer reaffirms its status as an enduring symbol of the House’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless style.
CREDITS
Creative Director: Sabato De Sarno
Art Director: Riccardo Zanola
Director: Goofy
Photographer: Heji Shein
Stylist: Francesca Burns
Make Up: Martina Bolis
Hair: Patty Bussa
Talent: Pietro Castellitto
MUSIC
LEISURE - Got It Bad
"Got It Bad"
Written by Jason Schoushkoff, Jordan Arts, Joshua Fountain, Jaden Parkes, Thomas Young
Performed by LEISURE
Publishing administered by Copyright Control c/o Apra.
Company details: LEISURE MUSIC LTD
Courtesy of LEISURE under exclusive license to Nettwerk Music Group Inc.
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Theo Bakana