The Business of FashionAgenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.The Italian designer in charge of Dior’s womenswear is leaving the LVMH-owned megabrand after a transformative nine-year tenure during which sales quadrupled before being hit hard by a sharp downturn in luxury demand.Maria Grazia Chiuri is stepping down as womenswear artistic director at Christian Dior after a transformative nine-year tenure, capped by a major runway spectacle in her hometown of Rome. (Courtesy Dior)Maria Grazia Chiuri is stepping down as womenswear artistic director at Christian Dior, the brand confirmed in a short statement Thursday, ending months of speculation. Please sign in to ensure you can read our agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice. Or get in touch at support@businessoffashion.com if you experience difficulties. In This Article© 2026 The Business of Fashion. All rights reserved. For more information read our Terms & Conditions