A new director was appointed for the management of Villa Noailles, the art center, which annually organizes the International Festival for Fashion, Photography and Fashion Accessories in Hyères in France. After a unanimous jury decision of July 25, 2025, Hugo Lucchino will take over the management of Jean-Pierre Blanc. Lucchino, which has completed comprehensive studies in art history, museology and cultural management, will probably start his new position in autumn 2025.
Lucchino’s professional experience includes working as an administrative and financial director and later as Secretary General of Le Signe, the National Center for Graphic Design in Chaumont. He contributed significantly to the organization that the organization obtained its status as a nationally recognized center for contemporary art. In addition, he directed the renovation and expansion of the Galliera Palais, the fashion museum of the city of Paris. According to the official press release, his vision for the Villa Noailles is “fully in line with history, the region and the challenges” of the institution.
The next edition of the international festival for fashion, photography and fashion accessories in Hyères will take place from October 16 to 18, 2025. The festival runs parallel to the Design Parade, another event in Villa Noailles. While there were financial partnerships with brands such as Chanel and Hermès at previous issues of the festival, it is unclear whether these partnerships will continue to exist.
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