Breaking! Creative Director Virginie Viard Leaves Chanel
In a surprising turn of events that has netizens buzzing, Virginie Viard, the creative director of Chanel, has left the French Maison.
After a 30-year tenure, including the last five years as artistic director, Virginie Viard is set to leave Chanel. On Wednesday, June 5 2024, the fashion house confirmed her departure. "Chanel confirms the exit of Virginie Viard after a rich five-year collaboration as artistic director of the fashion collections, during which she was able to renew the codes of the maison while respecting Chanel's creative heritage, and almost thirty years within the brand," read a statement from Chanel.
"A new creative organisation will be announced in due course. Chanel would like to thank Virginie Viard for her notable contribution to the fashion, creativity, and vitality of Chanel."
Virginie Viard ascended to the role of artistic director in 2019 following the passing of Karl Lagerfeld, marking a new chapter for the storied brand. Her departure leaves one of the most coveted positions in the fashion industry vacant. Speculation is rife: who will be the next to helm one of the most successful luxury brands in the world?
Despite the impending transition, the Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025 collection will be unveiled as scheduled on June 25 at the Opéra Garnier in Paris, promising to be a landmark event in the fashion calendar.
