Silvia Venturini Fendi, who has long been a pillar of the Roman maison Fendi, is stepping down as Creative Director and will assume the role of Honorary President.
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Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia, who serve as co-creative directors of Oscar de la Renta, announced on September 17 that they will step down from their roles.
On September 17, French luxury conglomerate Kering announced the appointment of Francesca Bellettini as President and Chief Executive Officer of Gucci.
On September 17, luxury footwear brand Christian Louboutin announced the appointment of American rapper and actor Jaden Smith as the Maison’s first Men’s Creative Director.
On September 10, Francesco Trapani, one of the leading figures in the Italian luxury industry, passed away at his home in Rome after an illness. He was 68.
On September 4, the fashion world was shaken by the news of the passing of Giorgio Armani, the master designer who defined an era.
On September 4, Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who transformed the fashion world in the latter half of the 20th century, passed away in Milan. He was 91.
On September 4, French luxury maison Dior announced that actress Mikey Madison has been appointed as its new ambassador.
On September 3, Japanese designer Soshi Otsuki, the creative force behind the brand Soshiotsuki, was awarded the 2025 LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers.
On September 2, New York’s renowned luxury brand Proenza Schouler announced the appointment of Jamaican-born designer Rachel Scott, founder of Diotima, as its new creative director.