Donatella Versace, who took the reins of the iconic Italian fashion house after the tragic death of her brother Gianni, will step down from her creative director role, passing the baton to Dario Vitale, who comes from Miu Miu.
She will now take on the role of "Chief Brand Ambassador," becoming the global ambassador for Versace's style and overseeing philanthropic initiatives through the Versace Foundation.
This transition has been anticipated for several weeks, if not months. Donatella is leaving the creative leadership of the family brand after nearly thirty years, during which she defined the identity and iconic style of the maison. Dario Vitale, who will take over in April, will succeed her as creative director. Donatella herself shared the news on social media, revealing details about her new role within Versace, where she will continue to support the brand as its ambassador and advocate for its philanthropic activities.
In the meantime, you can discover Donatella Versace's penultimate collection, SS 25, on the Michele Franzese Moda website and in the boutiques.