Maria Grazia Chiuri Exits Dior After an Era of Creative Triumph
Maria Grazia Chiuri is stepping down as Artistic Director of Women’s Collections at Dior, concluding nearly a decade at the helm of the French fashion house. Her tenure marked a transformative chapter defined by blockbuster products, bold feminist messaging, and a significant revenue surge—quadrupling Dior’s income during her leadership.
Chiuri, who joined Dior in 2016, made history as the first woman to lead the house’s women’s collections. Her approach seamlessly fused visionary design with strong commercial appeal, turning runway statements into retail successes. Through collaborations with female artists and concept-driven runway shows, she championed fashion as a platform for empowerment, resonating deeply with a new generation of female consumers.
In a statement released Thursday, Dior praised her “extraordinary work, imbued with the spirit of Monsieur Dior,” noting her role in shaping one of the most successful periods in the brand’s history. Delphine Arnault, President and CEO of Christian Dior Couture, thanked Chiuri for her “inspiring feminist vision and exceptional creativity.”
Chiuri expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead Dior, calling it “an extraordinary experience.” She thanked Bernard Arnault, Delphine Arnault, her design teams, and the atelier artisans for helping bring her vision of engaged, women-focused fashion to life. “Together, we wrote a meaningful chapter I am immensely proud of,” she said.
While her next move remains unconfirmed, sources suggest she has held preliminary talks with Fendi.
Dior has not yet announced a successor, but speculation is mounting that Jonathan Anderson, recently appointed as the brand’s menswear designer, may also take creative control of the women’s collections.
