New York luxury lifestyle brand Michael Kors has named its new president for Asia.

Stephane Lafay will report to John Idol, the company’s chairman and CEO.

“This is a pivotal moment for the brand as we continue to invest and work to build a strategic roadmap for the Asia region,” said Idol.

Lafay was most recently at Tiffany & Co, where he held the position of senior VP, Asia Pacific and Japan. Prior to his five-year tenure at Tiffany & Co, he was president of Bulgari Japan from 2004 to 2009.

“Stephane’s experience and leadership will help enable us to capitalise on our momentum in the region,” added Idol.