Silvia Venturini Fendi Steps Down as Fendi’s Creative Director

Silvia Venturini Fendi is stepping down as creative director of the Roman fur and leather goods house which carries her family name, owner LVMH announced on Monday. The designer will take on the role of honorary president, “continuing to champion the brand worldwide.” A new creative configuration will be announced in “due time,” the company said.

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