Italian fashion house Fendi, part of French luxury goods group LVMH, has confirmed the appointment of Maria Grazia Chiuri as its new creative director. She succeeds Silvia Venturini Fendi, who announced her resignation at the end of September.
In her new position, the designer will take over the company’s artistic direction and be responsible for the collections and global creative vision, Fendi announced on Tuesday. Chiuri will report directly to Ramon Ros, CEO and President of Fendi.
“Maria Grazia Chiuri is one of the greatest creative talents in fashion today. I am delighted that she has decided to return to Fendi to further express her creativity within the LVMH Group,” said Bernard Arnault, the Group’s President and CEO. “I am convinced that Maria Grazia will contribute to the artistic renewal and future success of the house. She will continue its unique legacy.”
Chiuri was the first female chief designer in the 70-year history of the Dior fashion house
For Chiuri, the appointment represents a symbolic return to her beginnings. She began her career at Fendi, where she worked under the guidance of the house’s founders, the five Fendi sisters. This first contact with the Roman savoir faire laid the foundation for her aesthetic signature. She later developed this further at Valentino – together with Pierpaolo Piccioli. She reached her full maturity at Dior. There she became the first woman to take over creative leadership in the company’s more than 70-year history.
During her time at Dior, Chiuri promoted a feminist and socially conscious discourse. She formulated messages that combined activism with haute couture. Her ability to combine traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary perspective on the role of women in fashion redefined the Parisian house’s identity. This marked a turning point in the creative approach of major luxury brands.
With her return to Fendi, the designer is making one of the most spectacular changes of the year in the industry. She will make her debut with the collection for the fall/winter 2026/27 season. This will be presented during Milan Fashion Week in February next year.
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