Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson has been announced as the sole Creative Director of Dior, having now replaced Maria Grazia Chiuri as the head of womenswear.
Announcing the news on Instagram, he said: "It is a great honor to join the House of Dior as Creative Director of both women's and men's collections. I have always been inspired by the rich history of this House, its depth, and empathy.
"I look forward to working alongside its legendary Ateliers to craft the next chapter of this incredible story. I would like to express my sincere thanks to Bernard Arnault and Delphine Arnault for their trust and loyalty over the years."
Italian designer Chiuri stepped down from Dior's womenswear on 29 May, leaving the LVMH-owned brand following an impressive nine-year tenure.
"After nine years, I am leaving Dior, delighted to have been given this extraordinary opportunity. I would like to thank Monsieur Arnault for placing his trust in me and Delphine for her support. I am particularly grateful for the work accomplished by my teams and the ateliers.
"Their talent and expertise allowed me to realize my vision of committed women's fashion, in close dialogue with several generations of female artists. Together, we have written a remarkable and impactful chapter of which I am immensely proud."
The move followed months of speculation, and it was largely believed that Magherafelt native JW Anderson would take up the reins, following his appointment as Creative Director at Dior Men in April 2025.
As Kim Jones' successor at Dior Men, Anderson swapped his role at Spanish label Loewe for the top seat at the French luxury fashion house.
Now, all eyes will be on Anderson as he makes history as the sole creative director of women's, men's, and haute couture collections - the first time in the brand's history that one designer has handled all three disciplines since the passing of its founder, Christian Dior.
The Derry designer will present his first collection, Dior Men Summer 2026, in Paris on June 27, 2025.
