Dior Confirms Jonathan Anderson as Womenswear and Couture Creative Director

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Summary

  • Jonathan Anderson has been officially confirmed as the eighth couturier for Dior
  • The designer will be overseeing all its women’s, men’s, and haute couture collections
  • Anderson is set to debut his first Dior menswear collection on June 27 and his first women’s ready-to-wear in October

In a significant change, Dior has officially appointed Jonathan Anderson as its eighth fashion designer. He will now lead as the creative director for all three of its lines: women’s wear, men’s wear, and haute couture.

In simple terms, Anderson has now taken over as the sole creative leader of all major Dior brands, mirroring the original setup under Monsieur Dior. This move comes following a quick succession of changes in Dior’s creative leadership. On April 17, 2025, Anderson was appointed as the creative director for Dior Men, replacing Kim Jones. Interestingly, just before this broad appointment, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s departure from Dior’s women’s wear and couture lines was announced on May 29, 2025, following her Cruise 2026 show.

During an impressive 11-year stint at Loewe, ending in March 2025, Anderson showcased groundbreaking designs that often blurred gender lines. Now, he’s set to shake up Dior with his unique and bold perspective. His first women’s ready-to-wear collection for the brand will be unveiled during Paris Fashion Week in October, following his anticipated debut of the men’s collection on June 27. In a statement, Anderson shared his excitement about merging Dior’s women’s, men’s, and couture collections into a cohesive vision, inspired by the house’s compassionate spirit. The first chapter of this new era is expected to unfold under the guidance of Dior’s legendary ateliers, with Anderson expressing gratitude towards Bernard Arnault and Delphine Arnault for their trust and support. Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the parent company of Dior, praised Anderson as a remarkable creative talent whose distinctive style will play a crucial role in shaping Dior’s future. Delphine Arnault, chairwoman and CEO of Christian Dior Couture, also endorsed the decision, stating that Anderson is one of the most talented designers of his generation.

This appointment positions Anderson as the leader of one of the world’s leading luxury brands at a time when the global fashion industry is undergoing major changes, marking a daring new phase for Dior. The announcement solidifies rumors that have been circulating for months about Anderson assuming control over the brand as the creative director for women’s clothing, men’s clothing, and couture.

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2025-06-02 09:56