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Clarisse Godbillon

Chief Operating Officer at Jacquemus

Appointed to strengthen finance and operations as brand targets €280M+ revenue and expands into beauty with L'Oréal partnership.

Jan 6, 2026C-SuiteIndependent
Departure4 days ago

Marc Metrick

Departing from Saks Global as Chief Executive Officer

Ended 30-year run at company amid vendor payment crisis and backlash. Immediate departure.

Jan 3, 2026C-SuiteIndependent
Promotion4 days ago

Richard Baker

Chief Executive Officer at Saks Global Previously at Saks Global

Takes over as CEO following Metrick departure. Previously served as Executive Chairman.

Jan 3, 2026C-SuiteIndependent
Hire3 weeks ago

Laura Burdese

Managing Director at Bulgari

Appointed to lead Bulgari after period of revenue softness in LVMH Watches & Jewellery division. Start date July 2026.

Dec 15, 2025DirectorLVMH
Departure1 months ago

Dario Vitale

Departing from Versace as Chief Creative Officer

Vitale exits after just one season, days after Prada Group acquisition confirmed.

Dec 1, 2025C-SuitePrada
Departure2 months ago

Olivier Rousteing

Departing from Balmain as Creative Director

Left after 14 years, among the longest tenures for a creative director in recent decades. Made history as the first Black designer heading a major Paris house. Built annual sales from approximately €30M to €300M. Celebrity network dubbed the 'Balmain Army'.

Nov 5, 2025Creative LeadMayhoola
Departure3 months ago

Véronique Nichanian

Departing from Hermès as Menswear Creative Director

Concluded 37 years at Hermès, the longest-running creative director role in the industry. Built the men's ready-to-wear division from the ground up. Recognized for refined silhouettes, technical fabric development, and exceptional quality standards. Final runway January 2026.

Oct 1, 2025Creative LeadIndependent
Departure3 months ago

Silvia Venturini Fendi

Departing from Fendi as Creative Director

Chiuri returns to Fendi after leaving Dior. First collection FW26 at MFW Feb 2026.

Oct 1, 2025Creative LeadLVMH
Hire3 months ago

Maria Grazia Chiuri

Creative Director at Fendi

Chiuri returns to Fendi after leaving Dior. First collection FW26 at MFW Feb 2026.

Oct 1, 2025Creative LeadLVMH
Departure3 months ago

Giorgio Armani

Departing from Armani as Founder

Marsocci succeeds legendary founder after his passing. 35 years experience in fashion/luxury, 23 at Armani.

Oct 1, 2025BoardIndependent
Hire3 months ago

Giuseppe Marsocci

CEO at Armani

Marsocci succeeds legendary founder after his passing. 35 years experience in fashion/luxury, 23 at Armani.

Oct 1, 2025C-SuiteIndependent
Hire3 months ago

Grace Wales Bonner

Menswear Creative Director at Hermès

Landmark hire: becomes the first Black woman heading design at a top-tier European luxury brand. Launched her own label in 2014. Awards include LVMH Prize (2016) and CFDA International Men's Designer (2021). Blends Caribbean heritage with British tailoring traditions. Debut scheduled January 2027.

Oct 1, 2025Creative LeadIndependent
Departure3 months ago

Stefano Cantino

Departing from Gucci as CEO

Bellettini appointed to lead Gucci; Kering Deputy CEO role eliminated as part of governance simplification.

Sep 17, 2025C-SuiteKering
Hire3 months ago

Francesca Bellettini

President & CEO at Gucci

Bellettini appointed to lead Gucci; Kering Deputy CEO role eliminated as part of governance simplification.

Sep 17, 2025C-SuiteKering
Departure4 months ago

Jack McCollough

Departing from Proenza Schouler as Founders

Scott (Diotima founder, CFDA 2024 Womenswear Designer of Year) replaces founders who moved to Loewe.

Sep 1, 2025BoardIndependent
Hire4 months ago

Rachel Scott

Creative Director at Proenza Schouler

Scott (Diotima founder, CFDA 2024 Womenswear Designer of Year) replaces founders who moved to Loewe.

Sep 1, 2025Creative LeadIndependent
Departure4 months ago

Lazaro Hernandez

Departing from Proenza Schouler as Founders

Scott (Diotima founder, CFDA 2024 Womenswear Designer of Year) replaces founders who moved to Loewe.

Sep 1, 2025BoardIndependent
Hire4 months ago

Lorenzo Bertelli

Future CEO at Prada

Patrizio Bertelli confirmed son Lorenzo will succeed Guerra as CEO. Third phase of generational handover.

Aug 27, 2025C-SuitePrada
Departure4 months ago

Andrea Guerra

Departing from Prada as CEO

Patrizio Bertelli confirmed son Lorenzo will succeed Guerra as CEO. Third phase of generational handover.

Aug 27, 2025C-SuitePrada
Hire6 months ago

Andrea Guerra

CEO (interim) at Prada

D'Attis departure due to strategic differences. Guerra (Group CEO) serving as interim.

Jun 23, 2025C-SuitePrada
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