Kim Jones Bids Farewell to Fendi After Four Influential Years

Renowned designer Kim Jones is ⁣concluding‌ his tenure as the creative director​ of Fendi, a position he ⁢has held since 2020. He was appointed as the successor to the legendary late designer Karl Lagerfeld, overseeing women’s haute couture, ready-to-wear, and ⁢fur collections. ​His collaborator, Silvia Venturini Fendi, will continue to manage accessories along with ⁣men’s and children’s lines.

A Legacy of Innovation and Cultural ⁢Fusion

A recent press ‍release highlighted that “Kim Jones made remarkable contributions‌ to the brand’s creative legacy by harmoniously blending ‌his contemporary and cross-cultural aesthetics with Fendi’s rich heritage.” Under his⁢ guidance, the Maison‍ revitalized ​its ready-to-wear and couture⁤ offerings, embracing an inclusive approach that consistently refreshed Fendi’s ⁤Italian identity.

The⁢ Final ​Collection: Spring 2025

The Spring 2025 collection showcased in Milan ​this⁣ past September marks Jones’ final contribution to the ‌brand. With this chapter closed, he will now focus ‍entirely on his ‌role as artistic ⁤director at Dior Men’s—a position he ⁣has occupied since 2018—after previously serving for seven years as ‌artistic director for ​Louis Vuitton‍ Mens.

Acknowledgment from⁤ LVMH Leadership

“Kim Jones is ​an exceptionally talented designer⁢ who has‍ infused his ⁣unique multicultural⁢ vision into Fendi over ‍these four years,” stated Bernard Arnault,‌ chairman and CEO of‍ LVMH. “We are ⁢grateful for ⁣his ​contributions⁤ and ‍look⁣ forward to seeing more of ‍his creativity ‍unfold ​at Dior Men’s.”

h4>Shifting Dynamics in Fashion Leadership

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This transition occurs amidst a⁣ broader trend within⁢ the fashion industry ‍where numerous creative directors⁣ are changing‍ roles. Recently,Filippo Grazioli​ departed from ⁤Missoni, whileMichael Rider took over Hedi Slimane’s position​ at Celine. Additionally,Glenn Martens exited ⁣Y/Project, andSarah Burton ⁤joined Givenchy. Although there is⁢ no ‌official announcement regarding who will ‌succeed Jones at Fendi, rumors suggest that Pierpaolo⁤ Piccioli ⁣may be a potential candidate following his departure from Valentino earlier⁣ this year.

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