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Anthony Vaccarello departure from Saint Laurent

Overview

Anthony Vaccarello is concluding his ten-year tenure as the creative director of Saint Laurent. Following his recognition as the CFDA ‘International Designer of the Year’ in September 2026, Vaccarello presented his final spring/summer 2027 collection during Paris Fashion Week. The gold-themed presentation, held at the Trocadero fountain, featured 59 looks and was described by observers as “cinematic, almost elegiac,” serving as a stylistic reinterpretation of the house’s legacy.

On October 9, 2026, Saint Laurent officially announced that Vaccarello is stepping down. Kering, the parent luxury group, credited Vaccarello with a fundamental role in strengthening the brand’s identity and cultural influence. During his leadership, which began in 2016, Saint Laurent experienced significant commercial growth, with revenues rising from approximately €1.22 billion in 2016 to €2.64 billion in 2025. The brand remains a vital component of the Kering group, accounting for roughly one-fifth of its sales and one-third of its profits.

Beyond fashion, Vaccarello expanded the brand’s footprint through Saint Laurent Productions in film and Saint Laurent Editions in the arts. Kering CEO Luca de Meo and Saint Laurent President and CEO Cedric Charbit expressed gratitude for his creative vision and dedication. The company clarified that the decision to transition leadership is based on “long-term strategic goals” and is not linked to recent financial performance. His departure occurs amid a broader period of leadership changes across several major luxury brands, including Dior, Chanel, Gucci, and Balenciaga. The fashion house stated that it will announce new creative leadership in the near future.

Entities

Anthony Vaccarello · Saint Laurent · Kering · Paris Fashion Week · Paris

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  • "Saint Laurent's sales were 2.64 billion euros in 2025." www.abcbourse.com · www.gq-magazin.de

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    "Saint Laurent's sales peaked at 3.2 billion euros in 2023." www.abcbourse.com

    The claims provide conflicting sales figures for Saint Laurent, with one stating 2.64 billion euros in 2025 and the other stating a peak of 3.2 billion euros in 2023.

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 9 sources
    Paris Fashion Week sees Céline Dion trend and Vaccarello exit Saint Laurent

    Paris Fashion Week sees Céline Dion merchandise become a street-style trend and Anthony Vaccarello announce his departure from Saint Laurent after a decade as creative director.

  2. [BUSINESS] 38 sources
    Anthony Vaccarello to depart Saint Laurent as creative director

    Anthony Vaccarello is departing his role as creative director of Saint Laurent after ten years. Kering confirmed the news, stating a new creative leader will be announced soon to drive long-term growth.

  3. [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Saint Laurent unveils gold-themed Spring-Summer 2027 collection

    Anthony Vaccarello celebrated ten years at Saint Laurent with a gold-themed Spring-Summer 2027 collection in Paris, blending historical house codes with modern silhouettes.

  4. [CULTURE] 57 sources
    Saint Laurent unveils gold-themed Spring 2027 collection in Paris

    Anthony Vaccarello celebrated a decade at Saint Laurent with a gold-themed Spring/Summer 2027 show in Paris, amid ongoing speculation regarding his future with the luxury fashion house.

  5. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Anthony Vaccarello named CFDA International Designer of the Year

    Anthony Vaccarello has been named International Designer of the Year by the CFDA, honoring his ten-year tenure at Saint Laurent ahead of the CFDA Fashion Awards on November 2.

Sources

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