Overview
- The brand said it has “mutually agreed” with Vitale to part ways effective Dec. 12.
- Versace stated a new creative configuration will be announced in due course, with the design team reporting to Gintzburger in the meantime.
- Vitale leaves after less than nine months and one runway season, having succeeded Donatella Versace as the house’s first non-family creative lead.
- The announcement comes two days after Prada Group finalized its acquisition of Versace, underscoring uncertainty over the brand’s long-term creative direction.
- Industry reporting indicates Prada leadership did not view Vitale—hired under Capri Holdings—as their preferred choice, though the company has offered thanks for his work during the transition.