On 28 October 2025 Anthony Vaccarello officially resigned as creative director of Saint Laurent. The decision came after months of speculation, with observers noting signs of his departure in his final runway show earlier that month. Kering, the luxury group that owns the house, issued a statement acknowledging the move and highlighting the designer’s role in shaping the brand’s recent identity.
Vaccarello is a Belgian designer who joined Saint Laurent at the age of 34, having previously worked with Versus Versace. He took over the creative helm in 2016, succeeding Hedi Slimane. His tenure spans a full decade of leadership at the house.
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During his time at Saint Laurent, Vaccarello cultivated a distinct aesthetic that married the house’s historic codes with a modern sense of sensuality. This blend of the house's history with modern sensuality defined his work at Saint Laurent.
This blend of the house's history with modern sensuality defined his work at Saint Laurent.
In its official statement, Kering described Vaccarello’s contribution as "fundamental" to strengthening Saint Laurent’s identity. Luca de Meo, the group’s chief executive officer, and Cédric Charbit, the head of Saint Laurent, publicly thanked him for his ten‑year collaboration, underscoring the appreciation felt within the company for his work.
The resignation is effective on 28 October 2025. This date marks the formal end of Vaccarello’s stewardship of the house’s creative direction, concluding the ten‑year chapter.
On 30 September 2026 Luca de Meo declined to confirm rumors about Vaccarello’s departure, a statement that reflects the ongoing public conversation surrounding his exit.
The announcement noted that a new creative director will be named soon, signaling that Saint Laurent is poised to enter a fresh phase of creative leadership following Vaccarello’s departure.