Donatella Versace has stepped down as chief designer of the Italian fashion house after 27 years, leaving behind a legacy of one of the most successful female designers in modern fashion history. The 69-year-old took over the family business following her brother Gianni’s murder in 1997 and proved the doubters wrong with her global impact.
Versace leaves the company with an iconic brand that has maintained its status despite being overlooked financially by rivals like Louis Vuitton and Gucci. Her failure to expand into beauty and affordable luxuries was cited as a reason for this. However, she is expected to continue championing young designers and remain involved in her charity work.
Donatella’s successor, Dario Vitale, previously worked at Miu Miu, where he helped steer the brand to record profits. She will become an ambassador for Versace, marking a new chapter for both the company and Donatella herself. The fashion world is now eagerly speculating about what comes next for this iconic designer.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr425ln73zqo