The fashion rumor mill is one that just keeps on spinning, and few rumors were as strong and basically confirmed to be true as Jonathan Anderson’s departure from Loewe. Nothing had been officially confirmed when the brand opted to show its Fall 2025 collection in presentation format rather than its typical runway show.
Still, in true Loewe form, the presentation was one of the most-talked-about collections of PFW, with many describing it as Anderson’s (unofficial) beautiful goodbye to the Spanish-founded Design House.
Today, his departure has finally been confirmed, with an announcement coming out of Paris early this morning that after 11 incredible years at the brand, Jonathan Anderson is leaving Loewe.
A Revolutionary Tenure
At just 29 years old, Anderson was appointed Creative Director of Loewe in 2013 after his eponymous label caught the attention of LVMH. The move quickly proved to be the right one, with Anderson’s innovative, artful (but still wearable) approach to fashion revolutionizing the House.
Under his direction, Loewe gained international acclaim, becoming one of the world’s most coveted luxury brands. Sales sky-rocketed under Anderson’s direction, with the brand’s leather goods business exploding following hits like the now-iconic Puzzle bag.
Additionally, he became known for his many collaborations like his co-branded Paula’s Ibiza collections, and collaborations with Japanese animation studio Studio Ghibli, On Running, and more.
The designer took to Instagram to express gratitude towards Loewe and his time there, stating in part, “Over the last eleven years, I have been lucky enough to be surrounded by people with the imagination, the skills, tenacity and resourcefulness to find a way to say ‘yes’ to all my wildly ambitious ideas.”
Anderson’s next move has yet to be confirmed.
Loewe’s Next Chapter
A week after announcing the departure of its beloved creative director, Jonathan Anderson, Loewe announces the appointment of his successors, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. The iconic duo are the founding faces behind one of fashion’s most cult-followed labels, Proenza Schouler.
The pair, who first met while attending college at New York’s famed Parsons School of Design, founded the label shortly after graduating. Their appointment at Loewe has been widely rumored since their departure from the label earlier this year.
The duo will oversee the creative processes for all Loewe collections, including womenswear, menswear, leather goods, and accessories. Their appointment will begin next month, on April 7th, 2025.
“We are incredibly honoured to join LOEWE, a House whose values and mission align closely with our own. We look forward to working alongside its extraordinary teams and artisans, whose talent—under the exceptional creative direction of Jonathan Anderson—has shaped LOEWE into the cultural force it is today. We extend our sincere gratitude to Bernard Arnault, Delphine Arnault, Sidney Toledano, and to Pascale Lepoivre for entrusting us with this remarkable house’s next chapter.” – Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez
image courtesy of Loewe
Adieu, Jonathan! Thank you. You are a legend.
For me, it’s a great loss. He was the only Creative Director who managed to make a brand with almost 180 years of history so beloved worldwide (not even Narciso Rodríguez). He also put the brand where it deserves to be, with his unmistakable stamp of leather craftsmanship and expertise, as well as his innovative clothing offerings. I know he’s leaving for a great house like Dior and that he’s sure to leave his legacy in good hands. But we’ll always miss you, Jonathan!
He really is a force to be reckoned with. Can’t wait to see what Jonathan does next.
Wow! Creative director musical chairs recently!
Good. He was getting boring at Loewe.
Thank goodness. Loewe was becoming stale and boring.
just wow really? i been eyeing that beautiful black handbag at Neiman’s Newport beach for the past month; now i really need to purchase it, asap; before handbags designs changes.