Versace & Gucci’s Major News, A Surprise Exit at WWD & More!
352 This week’s Daily Media top hires, departures, promotions, and new representations… 1. Demna is now artistic director at Gucci. His role will begin in July 2025. 2. Donatella Versace is now chief brand officer at Versace, following her 28-year role as creative director at the company. 3. Dario Vitale
End of an Era: Donatella Versace Steps Aside
It’s the end of an era at the House of Medusa—and the start of a new one. On Thursday, Versace announced that Donatella Versace, the pure embodiment of the brand’s va-va-voom glamor, is stepping down as creative director after nearly three decades. Her successor is Dario Vitale, a rising star
Risky Business: Should Prada Buy Versace?
Dear BoF Community, On Tuesday, Prada reported its 2024 results, with net revenues up 18 percent for the year ended December 31, beating market expectations by 2 percent. Sales at Miu Miu — once seen as Prada’s secondary, “little sister” brand — soared by 83 percent, with more than €1.3
