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Add as preferred source on GoogleMaria Grazia Chiuri, former Dior designer, is named Fendi's new creative director by LVMH, with her first collection set for February.
PARIS (Reuters) -French luxury group LVMH on Tuesday said it named Maria Grazia Chiuri, the former Dior women's designer, the new creative director of Italian fashion label Fendi with a first collection to be presented in February.
Chiuri this May showed her last Dior runway show in Rome, her home town. Jonathan Anderson took over the creative leadership of the French house in June.
Her move is the latest in a string of high-profile designer appointments, with new creative directors also appointed at brands including Gucci, Balenciaga and Chanel.
The Italian, 61, will take over the charge from Silvia Venturini Fendi, a granddaughter of the house's founders.
At Dior, Chiuri often added feminist messages to her fashion shows.
(Reporting by Tassilo Hummel; Editing by Makini Brice and GV De Clercq)
A creative director is a professional responsible for overseeing the creative aspects of a project or brand, ensuring that the vision and style align with the company's goals and objectives.
A fashion label is a brand that designs and sells clothing, accessories, and footwear. It often reflects a specific style or aesthetic and can range from high-end luxury to more affordable options.
A runway show is an event where designers showcase their latest collections to an audience, typically featuring models walking down a runway. It is a key part of the fashion industry, highlighting trends and styles.
A collection in fashion refers to a group of clothing and accessories designed by a brand or designer for a specific season or theme, often presented during fashion shows.
A luxury brand is a high-end brand that offers premium quality products, often associated with exclusivity, high price points, and superior craftsmanship.
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