Stefano Gabbana Steps Down as Dolce&Gabbana Chairman

Stefano Gabbana, co-founder of Italian luxury fashion house Dolce&Gabbana, has officially stepped down from his role as chairman. Having resigned in December of last year, he is currently reviewing options regarding his 40 percent stake in the company. Gabbana's departure marks a significant shift for the brand he established with Domenico Dolce in 1985, after nearly four decades of steering both its creative vision and business operations.

The chairman position has been assumed by Alfonso Dolce, brother of Domenico Dolce, effective January this year. Alfonso has long been involved in the brand's operational and strategic management, and his leadership is seen as a continuation of the family-led governance model while ushering in a new era. His main challenge will be to preserve the brand's heritage and identity while enhancing its competitive edge in the global luxury market.

As part of a broader management restructuring, Dolce&Gabbana is set to bring on Stefano Cantino, former CEO of Gucci. Cantino's extensive experience within the Kering Group signals that the house is preparing for a new phase of growth and organizational transformation. With the founder's exit and the arrival of a seasoned external executive, the fashion industry is closely watching how Dolce&Gabbana will navigate its next chapter.