As Maria Grazia Chiuri took her bow at Dior's Cruise 2026 show in Rome on May 27, the front row could sense the news that would follow two days later: Chiuri's fantastical collection presented at nightfall in the Villa Albani Torlonia would be her last.
Dior confirmed in a statement on May 29 that Chiuri's tenure at the label had come to its close—one that has been rumored for months in the fashion industry. "After nine years, I am leaving Dior, delighted to have been given this extraordinary opportunity," Chiuri said.
