Anthony Vaccarello leaves the management of Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent has announced the departure of Anthony Vaccarello, who has led the creative direction of the French fashion house since 2016.

As stated in a note from Kering, which controls the brand, over the last 10 years the Belgian designer of Italian origins, who had taken over the baton from Hedi Slimane, has played a fundamental role in the development of Saint Laurent, helping to strengthen its identity and influence in the world of fashion and culture.

"I would like to heartily thank Anthony for his 10 years of dedication to the house. During his tenure, Anthony has led Saint Laurent along an extraordinary path, taking the house to the top in terms of desirability and image, while producing exceptional work both creatively and through its cultural impact," said Cédric Charbit, president and CEO of Saint Laurent.

Furthermore, Luca de Meo, CEO of Kering, expressed "sincere gratitude to Anthony for his contribution to Saint Laurent over the last 10 years. Thanks to his creative vision and rigorous standards, he has helped strengthen the lasting influence of one of France's greatest couture houses, as we prepare to write a new chapter in its history."