Kim Jones, the acclaimed artistic director of womenswear and couture at Fendi, will be exiting his role after four productive years, as confirmed by Fendi’s parent company LVMH.
- Jones joined Fendi in 2020, succeeding the legendary Karl Lagerfeld, and has been pivotal in bringing a unique and multicultural vision to the brand.
- His departure marks the end of a significant era, with LVMH acknowledging his considerable contributions and creativity over the past four years.
- The transition occurs alongside recent leadership changes at Fendi, with Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou appointed as the new CEO.
- Jones will continue to influence the fashion industry through his ongoing role as the creative director of Dior’s menswear.
Kim Jones is stepping down as Fendi’s artistic director of womenswear and couture, a position he held since September 2020 after taking over from the iconic Karl Lagerfeld. His tenure at Fendi has been marked by his distinct style that harmonised multicultural elements with traditional design, greatly contributing to the evolution of the brand.
Prior to his role at Fendi, Jones, a Central Saint Martin’s alumnus, has been a prominent figure in the fashion industry. His budding career began at Dunhill in 2008 as the creative director, followed by a successful tenure in the same role at Louis Vuitton’s menswear category starting in 2011. In 2018, he took charge of Dior’s menswear direction, a role he continues to hold while managing responsibilities at Fendi.
In confirming Jones’ departure, the chairman and CEO of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, praised him as a ‘highly talented designer’ who provided ‘a unique and multicultural vision’ during his time at the label. Arnault expressed gratitude for Jones’ contributions and looked forward to his continued creativity at Dior.
The announcement of Jones’ exit comes amid other changes in Fendi’s leadership structure, notably the appointment of Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou as CEO, succeeding Serge Brunschwig. This shift suggests a strategic reorientation within the company, with anticipation building around the announcement of Jones’ successor.
Kim Jones’ departure from Fendi closes a transformative chapter, as the brand anticipates new leadership to guide its future direction.
