Overview
- Saint Laurent confirmed on Friday, October 9, 2026, that Vaccarello is departing after ten years and published statements from Kering chief Luca de Meo and Saint Laurent CEO Cédric Charbit thanking him.
- Vaccarello joined the house in 2016, established a recognisable aesthetic built on structured tailoring and sensual silhouettes, and staged theatrical shows that critics and insiders read as a deliberate farewell.
- The designer broadened the brand’s cultural reach through initiatives such as Saint Laurent Productions and high-profile celebrity dressing, deepening the house’s presence beyond runway commerce.
- Under his leadership Saint Laurent reported strong growth, with reported revenues of about €3.2 billion in 2023, even as the wider luxury market has since slowed.
- No successor has been named and industry outlets are speculating about candidates such as Chemena Kamali; the main questions now are who will lead creative direction and how the house will balance continuity with commercial goals.