Paris-based publicist Michele Montagne is shuttering her namesake firm, according to an email sent from the agency.

Since the 1980s, Montagne has advised cult designers like Rick Owens, Ann Demeulemeester, Helmut Lang and Haider Ackermann, supporting on everything from PR and communications strategy to design direction and business advice.

It was not clear whether Montagne would continue to work on non-press related projects. A representative for Montagne did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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