Anthony Vaccarello is set to leave Saint Laurent after roughly a decade leading the house, according to reports from fashion outlets. The announcement follows widespread speculation about his departure and positions the Belgian designer’s exit as the end of a long run shaping the brand’s modern direction.
Across coverage, Vaccarello is credited with refining a distinct vision for Saint Laurent’s menswear and womenswear, delivered through runway presentations noted for their cinematic, high-impact style. Wallpaper Magazine highlights the creative legacy of his period in charge, while Business of Fashion focuses more on business performance, saying sales nearly tripled during his tenure before easing in more recent years.
The reports do not agree on specific timing or the details of a successor, but they broadly characterize the move as an abrupt shift after sustained critical and commercial impact, followed by signs of slowing momentum toward the end of his leadership.
