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Dior shows Maria Grazia Chiuri's cruise collection in Rome
French fashion house Dior showed creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri's cruise 2026 and fall-winter haute couture 2026 collections at a fashion show in the gardens of the Villa Albani Torlonia in Rome on Tuesday at night. Guests sat under transparent umbrellas as models marched past on a gravel walkway lined with hedges. They paraded sheer gowns covered with lacework, textured dresses with rows of ruffles and long, tailored coats - mostly in white, ivory and nude colors. A sharp-shouldered trench coat, military jackets and tailcoats over skirts brought contrast to the airy looks, as did a few dresses in red or black velvet. After the show, Chiuri rounded the gardens for her bow as the audience stood, cheering and clapping, while mist rose from the gardens. The catwalk presentation, which drew on references to Italian cinema and theatre, follows last week's cruise fashion show from Louis Vuitton, another LVMH-owned label, in Avignon, France. The shows come as the luxury industry grapples with a prolonged slump in business, and a number of high-end fashion labels are seeking new creative direction to reignite interest from shoppers. Over the last five years, Chiuri has established herself as a groundbreaking leader, blending activism, craftsmanship, and innovation to redefine the brand's identity. Since taking the helm in 2016, Chiuri has championed feminism and social justice through her collections, making Dior a platform for powerful messages. Dior shows Maria Grazia Chiuri's cruise collection in Rome Her 2019 'We Should All Be Feminists' T-shirts became an instant icon, sparking global conversations about gender equality. Subsequent seasons incorporated slogans, symbolic motifs, and references to female empowerment, turning runway shows into potent statements. Chiuri's respect for Dior's heritage is evident in her reinterpretation of classic silhouettes, emphasizing artisanal techniques and sustainable practices. She has prioritized eco-friendly materials and collaborations that promote ethical production, aligning luxury with responsibility. Her partnerships with contemporary artists and activists, including Judy Chicago, have expanded Dior's cultural impact, fostering dialogue around gender, identity, and creativity. These efforts have garnered widespread praise for authenticity and influence. The 2025 show, held in Paris, marked a significant milestone. It showcased a daring new direction—mixing couture craftsmanship with futuristic design elements. Incorporating digital innovation and sustainable fabrics, the collection reflected Chiuri's commitment to modernity and environmental consciousness. Critics applauded the show for its boldness and relevance, emphasizing how Dior continues to evolve while maintaining its heritage. As Dior advances under Chiuri's visionary leadership, her body of work exemplifies how fashion can be a catalyst for social change, blending tradition with contemporary activism. The 2025 show underscores her role as a transformative figure, shaping the future of luxury fashion rooted in purpose and innovation. —Reuters
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Creative director Chiuri leaves Dior, Anderson tipped for wider role
PARIS (Reuters) -Maria Grazia Chiuri has left her job as creative director of Dior women's collections, the luxury fashion brand owned by LVMH said on Thursday, with Dior menswear designer Jonathan Anderson widely tipped to take a bigger role. Chiuri's departure marks the latest change in a big reshuffle of creative directors at top luxury brands. The industry is grappling with a slowdown in demand and the fashion and leather goods division of LVMH, which includes other brands like Louis Vuitton and Fendi, posted a 5% fall in sales in the first quarter. Anderson, who left LVMH's smaller label Loewe in March, is one of a new generation of designers taking over some of the world's biggest fashion labels. He is due to create a June collection for Dior Men's Fashion, LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault said last month. "We think the departure clears the path for Jonathan Anderson to assume a consolidated leadership role across Dior", said UBS analyst Zuzanna Pusz. A spokesperson for Dior declined to comment on succession plans. Bernard Arnault's daughter Delphine Arnault, the chief executive of Christian Dior Couture, thanked Chiuri for creating "highly desirable collections". "She has written a key chapter in the history of Christian Dior, contributing significantly to its tremendous growth," she said in a statement. Chiuri, in the same statement, said she was "immensely proud" of the nine years she spent in the job. The Italian designer, 61, was the first woman to hold the position of creative director in Dior's almost 80-year history. Before joining the French brand in 2016, Chiuri worked for Valentino and Fendi. Chiuri held her last fashion show for Dior at Villa Albani in Rome - her hometown - earlier this week, presenting the brand's cruise collection. Chiuri is also known for her feminism, which she has brought to the catwalk, featuring a white t-shirt with the quote "We Should All Be Feminists" in her first Dior show. Earlier this month French luxury group Kering said it had appointed former Valentino designer Pierpaolo Piccioli as creative director at Balenciaga, replacing Demna who is taking up the chief design job at the group's top label Gucci. Designer changes have also taken place at Chanel, Versace, Valentino and LVMH-owned Celine among others. Sign in to access your portfolio
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Maria Grazia Chiuri to Depart as Creative Director of Dior After 9 Years
In what has been a monumental season of creative director shuffles and appointments, the latest marks yet another seismic shift in the fashion world. Maria Grazia Chiuri has been confirmed as stepping down from her role as creative director of women's haute couture, ready-to-wear, and accessories. The designer was the first woman to hold such a title at Dior. Maria Grazia Chiuri, who prior to her nearly decade-long run at Dior also held roles at Fendi and Valentino, showed her her last collection with the Maison for Cruise 2026, in Rome earlier this week. The runway show, a dramatic spectacle at the Villa Albani Torlonia, was very much in line with Grazia Chiuri's signature style, which transformed Dior into one of LVMH's powerhouses. Her departure was announced in a simple statement relaying the House of Dior's gratitude. "I extend my warmest thanks to Maria Grazia Chiuri, who, since her arrival at Dior, has accomplished tremendous work with an inspiring feminist perspective and exceptional creativity, all imbued with the spirit of Monsieur Dior, which allowed her to design highly desirable collections." said, Delphine Arnault, Chairman and CEO of Christian Dior Couture in the statement. "She has written a key chapter in the history of Christian Dior, greatly contributing to its remarkable growth and being the first woman to lead the creation of women's collections." The press release also included a statement from Grazia Chiuri, "After nine years, I am leaving Dior, delighted to have been given this extraordinary opportunity. I would like to thank Monsieur Arnault for placing his trust in me and Delphine for her support. I am particularly grateful for the work accomplished by my teams and the Ateliers. Their talent and expertise allowed me to realize my vision of committed women's fashion, in close dialogue with several generations of female artists. Together, we have written an impactful chapter of which I am immensely proud.' While no successor for Maria Grazia Chiuri has been announced, it is assumed that she will be succeeded by Jonathan Anderson, who left his longtime appointment at Loewe earlier this year, and announced he would be heading up Dior menswear in an Instagram post. At this time, Anderson's first (and highly anticipated—the fashion world has been buzzing about his rumored appointment for a few months now) is going to his debut as the artistic director of Dior menswear on June 27 in Paris. Jack McCullogh and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler, are assuming the mantel at Loewe. Maria Grazia Chiuri, and now Jonathan Anderson are among the ranks of a long line of artistic director appointments at the LVMH-owned fashion house's nearly 80 year history. The eponymous maison was originally founded by Christian Dior on 30 Avenue Montaigne (where there is an exquisite atelier, museum, and flagship) in Paris and became known world wide for the fashion designer's invention of the revolutionary "new look", a silhouette that emphasized the feminine form with a full skirt and tailored waistline (as made famous with the Bar suit) which revitalized the Haute Couture savoir-faire spirit of France in the post WWII era. Among other house codes, floral motifs, a tribute to Monsieur Dior's love for gardening, have featured heavily throughout Dior's many design eras—and has also been a surrealist infused element at Anderson's Loewe. Below, the full timeline of Dior's Creative Director History. 1946-1957 Christian Dior 1957-1960 Yves Saint Laurent 1960-1989 Marc Bohan 1989-1997 Gianfranco Ferré 1997-2011 John Galliano 2000-2006 Hedi Slimane (Dior Homme) 2007-2018 Kris Van Assche (Dior Homme) Raf Simons 2013-2015 2018-2025 Kim Jones (Dior Homme) 2016-2025 Maria Grazia Chiuri 2025 Jonathen Anderson (Dior Homme) You Might Also Like 12 Weekend Getaway Spas For Every Type of Occasion 13 Beauty Tools to Up Your At-Home Facial Game
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Louis Vuitton holds fashion show at France's Palais des Papes
Louis Vuitton womenswear designer Nicolas Ghesquiere showed the label's Cruise 2026 collection in the main courtyard of the towering medieval Palais des Papes monument in southern France last week. The audience sat in risers lining the runway set, with French first lady Brigitte Macron, actors Catherine Deneuve and Cate Blanchett and Vuitton's menswear designer Pharrell Williams in the front row. Models marched out just after sunset in metallic suit jackets, wide capes with flame-like patterns and gladiator boots covered in mirrored glass. Some looks had extra pleats or rows of chains that added movement and volume, while looser looks included a layered bohemian skirt and wide-sleeved blouse. Louis Vuitton holds fashion show at France's Palais des Papes Louis Vuitton holds fashion show at France's Palais des Papes Louis Vuitton holds fashion show at France's Palais des Papes The event from the LVMH-owned ( opens new tab label - the world's biggest luxury brand - took place as the luxury industry grapples with a prolonged slump, with a number of fashion brands including Kering-owned Gucci and Balenciaga, privately owned Chanel and LVMH's Dior all recently naming new designers. Ghesquiere, meanwhile, is set to stay in his position, which he took up in 2013, for several more years after a contract renewal in late 2023. —Reuters
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Dior shows Maria Grazia Chiuri's cruise collection in Rome
PARIS: French fashion house Dior showed creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri's cruise 2026 and fall-winter haute couture 2026 collections at a fashion show in the gardens of the Villa Albani Torlonia in Rome on Tuesday at night. Guests sat under transparent umbrellas as models marched past on a gravel walkway lined with hedges. They paraded sheer gowns covered with lacework, textured dresses with rows of ruffles and long, tailored coats - mostly in white, ivory and nude colors. A sharp-shouldered trench coat, military jackets and tailcoats over skirts brought contrast to the airy looks, as did a few dresses in red or black velvet. Billie Eilish takes top prize at American Music Awards After the show, Chiuri rounded the gardens for her bow as the audience stood, cheering and clapping, while mist rose from the gardens. The catwalk presentation, which drew on references to Italian cinema and theatre, follows last week's cruise fashion show from Louis Vuitton, another LVMH-owned label, in Avignon, France. The shows come as the luxury industry grapples with a prolonged slump in business, and a number of high-end fashion labels are seeking new creative direction to reignite interest from shoppers.
