Irish designer Jonathan Anderson 'honoured' to be new creative director of Dior

The Derry designer founded his eponymous label in 2008

Jonathan Anderson at the 2024 Met Gala. Picture: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

Irish fashion designer Jonathan Anderson has been appointed creative director of Dior.

Anderson described his new role as a great honour.

“I have always been inspired by the rich history of this House, its depth, and empathy,” he said in a post on Instagram, which also showed a Dior label on a bed of fabric shamrocks.

“I look forward to working alongside its legendary Ateliers to craft the next chapter of this incredible story.” 

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He also thanked Bernard and Delphine Arnault of LVMH, which owns Dior and Loewe and has a minority share in his own label, “for their trust and loyalty”.

Originally from Magherafelt in Co Derry, Anderson founded his eponymous label in 2008. 

Designer Jonathan Anderson. Picture: Henry Nicholls/AFP via Getty Images

JW Anderson has become known for unique designs and silhouettes with a surrealist edge, and has been worn by celebrities including actor Emma Corrin and model Hailey Bieber.

He was the creative director of Spanish luxury house Loewe, before stepping down in March after 11 years with the brand. He became the artistic director of Dior menswear in April.