Kim Jones, who has served as Fendi’s artistic director of womenswear and couture, will step down from his role after four years, according to LVMH.
- Jones began his journey with Fendi in September 2020, taking over from the legendary Karl Lagerfeld.
- He holds the position of creative director at Dior for menswear, a role he will continue to fulfill.
- Fendi’s leadership has seen recent changes, with Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou appointed as CEO in May.
- Bernard Arnault, chairman of LVMH, praised Jones for his unique contributions to Fendi.
Kim Jones, who brought his distinctive multicultural vision to Fendi, will step down as the artistic director for womenswear and couture after four years in the role. This transition has been confirmed by Fendi’s parent company, LVMH. Jones, a graduate of Central Saint Martin’s, joined the fashion house in September 2020, following in the footsteps of Karl Lagerfeld.
Jones’s noteworthy career includes being the creative director at Dunhill in 2008 and Louis Vuitton’s menswear category in 2011. His tenure at Fendi was marked by a seamless blend of innovation and tradition, which helped elevate the brand’s presence globally. Despite his departure from Fendi, Jones will maintain his influential role as the creative director of Dior’s menswear.
LVMH’s chairman and CEO, Bernard Arnault, acknowledged Jones’s talent and thanked him for his contributions to Fendi. Arnault expressed enthusiasm for Jones’s ongoing work at Dior Men’s, highlighting the designer’s impactful presence in the fashion industry.
In a related industry move, Fendi named Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou as its new CEO, replacing Serge Brunschwig. This shift in leadership reflects the brand’s strategic direction forward, positioning Fendi for continued growth under new guidance.
While the fashion world awaits the announcement of Jones’s successor at Fendi, LVMH has indicated that the new artistic director will be revealed in due course, ensuring a smooth transition for the luxury label.
Kim Jones leaves a lasting impact on Fendi, and the industry eagerly anticipates his continued influence at Dior.
