# Anthony Vaccarello departure from Saint Laurent

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/anthony-vaccarello-departure-from-saint-laurent
> Updated: 2026-10-11T00:18:07.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Designer Anthony Vaccarello presented the Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2027 collection in Paris, a gold-themed show featuring 59 looks. While the presentation was a major visual event, industry observers noted its symbolic nature as a potential farewell for Vaccarello after ten years with the brand.

Following the runway show, Kering-owned Saint Laurent confirmed that Vaccarello is stepping down as creative director. Having led the house since 2016, his tenure was marked by a focus on Parisian glamour and sharp tailoring. The company stated that new creative leadership will be announced in the near future.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Anthony Vaccarello to depart Saint Laurent after ten years

Anthony Vaccarello is leaving Saint Laurent after ten years as creative director. His tenure, which began in 2016, concludes following his Spring 2027 runway show in Paris.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-vaccarello-to-depart-saint-laurent-after-ten-years

### 2026-10-01: Saint Laurent presents gold-themed Spring/Summer 2027 collection in Paris

Anthony Vaccarello presented Saint Laurent’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection in Paris, featuring a gold-dominated runway at the Trocadéro that concluded with a dramatic shift to black.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saint-laurent-presents-gold-themed-springsummer-2027-collection-in-paris

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