Dries Van Noten: A New Creative Chapter with Julian Klausner
The storied Antwerp-based fashion house Dries Van Noten has announced an exciting new era, appointing Julian Klausner as its new creative director for womenswear. Klausner, a longtime member of the brand’s design team, steps into the role following the retirement of founder Dries Van Noten from runway presentations earlier this year. The decision reflects Van Noten’s confidence in Klausner’s vision and ability to carry the brand’s legacy forward. “I have full faith in Julian Klausner as my successor,” Van Noten affirmed, marking a significant endorsement of the designer who has worked closely with him for the past six years.
A Fresh Start for a Celebrated House
Klausner’s first collection under his new title will debut on March 5 during Paris Fashion Week, unveiling his creative direction for Dries Van Noten’s womenswear. The autumn 2025 menswear line, meanwhile, will be presented in a look-book format, offering a fresh perspective under Klausner’s leadership.
A Journey Forged in Fashion Excellence
A graduate of the prestigious La Cambre school in Brussels, Klausner’s fashion journey has been marked by excellence and diverse experiences. After graduating in 2016, he gained invaluable experience through internships at Thom Browne, Kenzo, and Maison Margiela, where he was later hired as a junior designer. His deep understanding of Dries Van Noten’s aesthetic, cultivated during his tenure with the brand, positions him as a natural bridge between its celebrated past and a bold new future.
Bridging Past and Future
Under Klausner’s leadership, the house is set to maintain its distinct creative identity while evolving for a new generation of fashion enthusiasts. The brand emphasized that Klausner represents a “natural connection between the past and the future,” tasked with driving the men’s and women’s collections forward while preserving the artistic ethos that defines Dries Van Noten.
