Dior expected to announce its first ever female artistic director Maria Grazia Chiuri

The era of Valentino’s intricate romantic designs imagined by co-designer Maria Grazia Chiuri is almost over. Dior’s Creative Director position is one of the most important and influential jobs in fashion.The LVMH-owned couture house Dior is shaking up the fashion industry with the announcement of its new Artistic Director. Valentino’s designer Maria Grazia Chiuri is Dior’s first … Read more

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Autumn show with clothes by Vivienne Westwood and Jean Paul Gaultier will explore renaissance to present day

Why money more than talent is now key to fashion education

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