After months of speculation and rumors swirling around the fashion industry regarding Maria Grazia Chiuri’s potential departure from Christian Dior, the official announcement has confirmed that the creative director will be leaving her role. Chiuri made history in 2016 by becoming the first female creative force at the prestigious French fashion house. Over nearly a decade, her innovative vision has propelled the LVMH-owned brand to unprecedented growth, characterized by the launch of commercially successful items like the Dior Book Tote, along with a focus on feminist storytelling and the elevation of global craftsmanship. On Tuesday, Chiuri returned to her roots in her hometown of Rome to unveil the Christian Dior Cruise 2026 collection, marking her final showcase. Earlier this year, the fashion world saw Jonathan Anderson appointed as Kim Jones’ successor at Dior Men, sparking ongoing speculation that he might be the frontrunner to take over Chiuri’s position. Stay tuned for further developments in this exciting narrative.
Explore the Iconic Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2017 Collection by Maria Grazia Chiuri:
Discover the Enthusiastic Reactions from theFashionSpot’s Forum Community:
“She’s officially out! YAYYYYY!!” [Creative]
“All the Horcruxes have finally been destroyed!” [VogueDisciple93]
“For 10 years I did not CONSENT to MGC at Dior!” [youthinasia]
“I fell to my knees in my home in complete and unbridled elation! FINALLY!” [Salvatore]
“So happy it’s official! I could take her white, black, and beige looks anymore!” [Simera]
“Well… that’s happened. I can’t say I’m excited by the prospect of Jonathan Anderson at Dior, having never been a fan, but I guess it’s exciting to be able to anticipate a change at last. Maybe it’ll be good, who knows. I do wonder where she might go next.” [aracic]
“Never want to see anyone out of a job, but I am beyond thrilled over today’s announcement. For me, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior campaigns were the absolute worst – not the collections. Season after season, every campaign was just so dreadful, so boring, and so mundane. Very much excited to see what’s next for Dior!” [vogue28]
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