Maria Grazia Chiuri named chief designer at Italian label Fendi
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LVMH, a French luxury corporation, announced on Tuesday that they have appointed Maria Grazia Chiuri, formerly the women’s designer for Dior, as the new creative director for the Italian fashion label Fendi. Her inaugural collection is set to debut in February.
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Journey to Fendi
Chiuri’s last Dior runway show was in Rome, her home city, which took place in May. This was before Jonathan Anderson assumed the role of creative director at the French fashion house in June.
Chiuri joining Fendi is one of many recent high-profile moves in the fashion industry, with new creative directors being installed at top brands such as Gucci, Balenciaga, and Chanel.
A Granddaughter Steps Down
Chiuri, who is 61 years old, will take up the reins from Silvia Venturini Fendi, a descendant of the original founders of the design house.
Feminist messages were a frequent feature of Chiuri’s fashion displays during her tenure at Dior, adding a unique touch to her shows.
Questions & Answers
Who has been appointed as the new creative director for Fendi?
Maria Grazia Chiuri, the former women’s designer for Dior, has been named the new creative director for Fendi.
Who did Maria Grazia Chiuri replace at Fendi?
She replaced Silvia Venturini Fendi, a granddaughter of the original founders of the design house.
What unique aspect did Maria Grazia Chiuri incorporate into her Dior fashion shows?
During her time at Dior, Chiuri often included feminist messages in her fashion shows.