For the House of Dior, a crucial transition is taking place: the end of the Maria Grazia Chiuri era and a new chapter under the full leadership of Jonathan Anderson.

Maria Grazia Chiuri Leaves Dior: 9 Years of Fashion Revolution

After nearly a decade as creative director of the women's line, Maria Grazia Chiuri has announced her departure from Dior, an event that closes one of the most colorful and symbolic chapters in the house's history.&nbsp;Appointed in July 2016, Chiuri became the first woman at the helm of Dior since its founding in 1946. With her debut Spring-Summer 2017 collection, which featured feminist manifestos and quotes by Shimamanda Ngozi Adichie, she set a clear direction: Dior is not just about beauty, it is a platform for dialog.

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&ldquo;After nine years, I am leaving Dior, proud to have been part of this incredible story... The team and I have written an important chapter for which I am eternally grateful,&rdquo; the designer said in an official statement.
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Her contribution can hardly be overestimated: the return of the iconic Saddle bag, the reinterpretation of 1950s silhouettes, the dialog with artists and activists - all this became the signature style of the Chiuri era. Under her leadership, Dior spoke the language of feminism, art and cultural inclusivity.
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&ldquo;She wrote a key chapter in Dior's history, giving the house growth and an inspiring point of view,&rdquo; emphasized Delfina Arnault, head of Christian Dior Couture.
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Jonathan Anderson becomes creative director of Dior

The Chiuri era is being replaced by Jonathan Anderson, a designer who, for the first time since Christian Dior himself, will be responsible for women's, men's and couture collections at the same time.&nbsp;He previously headed Loewe's menswear line and developed his own brand, JW Anderson. His work is known for its subtle sense of irony, sculptural thinking and ability to combine craft with experimentation. He will now bring this handwriting to the Dior code.

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&ldquo;I am honored to stand at the helm of all of Dior's lines. This house has always inspired me with its history, depth and humanity,&rdquo; the designer said in a press release.
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Jonathan will debut on June 27 in Paris with his first men's collection. The women's collection is expected in October 2025.

What's next for Dior?

Anderson's appointment is a statement about the future. Dior is betting on a unified vision in which women's and men's fashion speak the same artistic language. It's a turn towards creative synthesis, and perhaps a new era of romanticism reinterpreted from a contemporary angle.
One thing is clear: Dior is entering a new era, full of change but based on tradition. Leaving after a triumph is Chiuri's style. Taking over the reins of the entire house is a challenge for Jonathan.
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The Chiuri era ended with a powerful finale. The Anderson era is just beginning - and promises to be spectacular. We look forward to it!
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Dior: Maria Grazia Chiuri leaves, Jonathan Anderson takes it all

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