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Charlotte Coupé
Coupé to report to Sidney Toledano; Blanc leaving to pursue new projects.
Frédéric Arnault
Babin to take over Watches division while remaining CEO of Bulgari; Arnault appointed CEO of Loro Piana.
Jean-Christophe Babin
Babin to take over Watches division while remaining CEO of Bulgari; Arnault appointed CEO of Loro Piana.
Damien Bertrand
Bertrand to oversee product development & brand image/strategy alongside CEO Pietro Beccari.
Damien Bertrand
Part of broader LVMH reshuffle within Fashion & Leather Goods; Arnault moving from watches.
Frédéric Arnault
Part of broader LVMH reshuffle within Fashion & Leather Goods; Arnault moving from watches.
Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou
Angeloglou (then overseeing Fendi) appointed Deputy CEO of Christian Dior Couture.
Jack McCollough
McCollough & Hernandez (Proenza Schouler co-founders) appointed to lead all collections.
Lazaro Hernandez
McCollough & Hernandez (Proenza Schouler co-founders) appointed to lead all collections.
Emmanuel Perrin
Perrin appointed from Specialist Watchmakers Distribution; Pontroué steps down.
Jean-Marc Pontroué
Perrin appointed from Specialist Watchmakers Distribution; Pontroué steps down.
Sabato De Sarno
Tenure lasted under two years following weak commercial performance. His refined, understated vision differed sharply from predecessor Michele's bold maximalism. Fall/Winter 2025 show handled by internal design staff.
Demna
Moves from Balenciaga (2015-2025) to lead Gucci's creative turnaround following De Sarno's short stint. Built Vetements brand with brother in 2014. Responsible for bestselling Triple S and Speed sneakers at Balenciaga. Joins Gucci early July 2025.
Donatella Versace
Ends 28-year run as creative director, a role she assumed following her brother Gianni's 1997 murder. Remains with company as brand ambassador. Marks conclusion of family-led creative era.
Marie Leblanc
Darricarrère Lunel joined July 2025, based at London HQ.
Sybille Darricarrère Lunel
Darricarrère Lunel joined July 2025, based at London HQ.
Dario Vitale
Makes history as first person outside Versace family to lead creative direction. Joins from Miu Miu where he oversaw brand image. Donatella moves to ambassador position.
Sabato De Sarno
Gucci announced end of collaboration with De Sarno; FW25 show presented by design office.
Luke Meier
Meier duo departed after several years at the German-founded house.
Lucie Meier
Meier duo departed after several years at the German-founded house.
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