Kim Jones leaves Fendi – Remains loyal to Dior Homme

The British fashion designer Kim Jones will leave the Italian fashion house Fendi. The news was officially confirmed by the company on Friday. At the same time, he will retain his position at Dior Homme, a brand of the luxury goods conglomerate LVMH. This move aligns with a series of high-profile designer changes as the industry prepares for an economically challenging period. Fendi will announce a new creative organization in due course to secure the brand's future direction. Kim Jones succeeded Karl Lagerfeld, who was considered an icon of the brand until his death in 2019 and was known for his trendsetting ready-to-wear and couture collections. Recently, Michel Rider was appointed as Hedi Slimane's successor at Celine, while Sarah Burton took over the creative helm at Givenchy in September. These personnel changes underscore the dynamism and adaptability of leading fashion houses in a changing market environment.