Saint Laurent Designer Vaccarello Leaves After Glittering Decade
The house said it will soon unveil new creative leadership as Chemena Kamali is widely expected to succeed him.
- On Friday, Saint Laurent announced creative director Anthony Vaccarello is stepping down after a 10-year tenure. The Paris fashion house revealed his departure in a brief statement praising his role in strengthening the brand's identity and influence.
- Vaccarello's exit follows intense speculation during Paris Fashion Week regarding his tenure. His September 29 presentation, featuring 49 looks beneath the Eiffel Tower, served as a definitive final show for the designer at the house.
- During his tenure, Vaccarello turned the French couture brand into a global powerhouse, reaching over €3 billion in annual sales in 2023. He also established Saint Laurent Productions, producing films including Cannes-winning "Emilia Pérez."
- Saint Laurent CEO Cédric Charbit and Kering CEO Luca de Meo both thanked Vaccarello for his dedication and contribution to the house. The brand stated it would soon unveil its new creative leadership.
- The house returned to growth in the first half of 2026 as it seeks new creative leadership. Speculation centers on Chemena Kamali, who served as women's ready-to-wear design director under Vaccarello from 2016 until 2023.
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Saint Laurent designer Vaccarello leaves after glittering decade
"Anthony Vaccarello has played a key role in Saint Laurent's development, helping to strengthen its identity and influence across the worlds of fashion and culture," the house's parent company, French conglomerate Kering, said in a statement. It did not give any reason for the departure, but Kering chief executive Luca de Meo said: "Through his creative vision and exacting standards, he has contributed to strengthening the enduring influence of …
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