Anthony Vaccarello

Anthony Vaccarello, a Belgian-Italian, has positions with Italian powerhouses like Fendi and Versus Versace thanks to his sensuous silhouettes and classic sex appeal. His work as Creative Director of Saint Laurent is characterized by a fusion of disco cliches, razor-sharp tailoring, and vintage inspirations; Rihanna and Cardi B's Swarovski crystal-encrusted boots continue his legacy as a master of modern power dressing. He enjoys the endorsement of famous Hollywood figures like Jennifer Lopez.

Before enrolling in a fashion program, Saint Laurent's artistic director was a sculpture student. Prior to creating several capsule collections for Versus Versace, he worked with Karl Lagerfeld with a focus on fur creation. He has researched the company's image since being hired as Saint Laurent's creative director in 2016. The new Saint Laurent man, as envisioned by Anthony Vaccarello, is the most similar to what the brand's founder, Yves Saint Laurent, first proposed in Paris decades ago.

Anthony Vaccarello embodies the spirit of Saint Laurent and dresses with a nod to Paris while keeping an eye on sculptural things. His designs epitomize the sophisticated dressing attitude and ambition always to appear party-ready which are hallmarks of the French mentality. Since being hired, he has reaffirmed his clear, all-encompassing vision for Saint Laurent, driving the brand ahead with vigor and resolve, understanding the dynamics of the House and its influence over the public's imagination, and creating an all-encompassing vision, taking Saint Laurent into the future.

Born: 1982
Nationality: Belgian