Rumors have been rampant over recent weeks that Donatella Versace is to exit Versace as creative director. In December, sources reported that Italian fashion label (and Jimmy Choo) were being considered for sale by Capri Holdings, the parent company of both brands. Capri is reportedly working with the English bank Barclays to find buyers for the two brands. Donatella’s contract is reportedly up for renewal in February, and rumors are swirling within the industry that the contract will not be renewed. Donatella became creative director of the iconic Italian label (founded in 1978), following the untimely passing of her brother Gianni Versace in 1997. Over the past 27 years, Donatella has ultimately been responsible for countless cultural moments that have shaped the fashion world we know today.

Revisit the Versace Spring 2025 Show:

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Who can do this other then Donatella?” [brandon J pierre]

“It’d be such a pity if Donatella Versace stepped down. She IS the brand for me. Although it seems like they are stuck at the moment.” [Thefrenchy]

“She is definitely an icon of the brand. However, that gives the new CD a lot to work from as far as iconography and what she brought to the house in a fresh way. The tribute collection was the best and worst thing that happened to Donatella. After that she became stuck.” [reese06]

“I don’t think that Donatella Versace currently has a say in the design process (not for a while). It is probably a design team. Ricardo Tisci would be interesting!” [Pradaromance2025]

“I’m desperately ready for a new vision of Versace, but one that digs deep into what Versace really is about. I want the sexy and glamorous with slight hints of tacky Versace back with great craftmanship. I also want Atelier Versace back.” [Salvatore]

“Can you imagine the wealth of iconography her successor will have at their disposal?” [GoldenPetals]

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Welcome back to theFashionSpot’s Top Picks shopping series, where we shine a spotlight upon the collections of just about every major fashion house. We’ve since taken a deep dive into the Fall/Winter 2024 collections – particularly those of Alexander McQueen, Moschino, Fendi, Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Chloé, Prada, and Tom Ford. Up next… the Versace Fall 2024 collection.

Back in February during Milan Fashion Week, Donatella Versace was heavily influenced by the punk movement. The vast showspace was dressed in a plush black shag carpet and a white staircase, with a soundtrack of Siouxsie Sioux blasting out the speakers. A handful of models sported spiked hair and heavy eyeliner, while others were styled with poker-straight hair. The collection’s color palette was mostly in black, white, and red. Tweeds and signature Versace metallic made an appearance too, with the collection closing out with a series of desirable chainmail dresses.

From a single-breasted tweed blazer (and matching mini skirt) to the new Versace Kleio shoulder bag crafted from smooth plongé nappa leather – scroll further for theFashionSpot’s top picks from the Versace Fall 2024 collection:

#1 Tweed Masculine Blazer:

A single-breasted wool-blend tweed blazer crafted in a micro windowpane pattern. Medusa ’95 hardware and a jacquard Versace tailoring label detail the fully lined sartorial style ($3,350.00).

#2 Merino Wool Fitted Ribbed Knit Top:

A seamless ribbed-knit top in merino wool with a mockneck and subtle Medusa stud at the back ($795.00).

#3 Tweed Mini Skirt:

A mini skirt crafted from a micro windowpane wool-blend checkerboard pattern with hand-fringed edges. Signature Medusa buttons accent the front flap pockets and closure ($1,695.00).

#4 Kleio Shoulder Bag:

The Kleio shoulder bag crafted from smooth plongé nappa leather with a soft pillow-like appearance and feel. Characterized with the signature Medusa ’95 lock closure ($2,390.00).

#5 Slice Ankle Boots:

Low-cut ankle boots with sharp pointed toe. Crafted from smooth leather. Set on logo-engraved slim square heels in a lacquered finish ($1,425.00).

#6 Contrast-Collar Silk Crêpe Mini Dress:

Long-sleeved fitted mini dress with padded sharp shoulders and a crêpe de chine gathered top with a contrasting swallowtail collar. Pearl closures accent the button-down front and cuffs ($3,995.00).

#7 Cady Draped-Neck Slit Mini Dress:

A fluid cady mini dress with a draped, high neckline and a front slit ($2,675.00).

#8 Slice Slingback Pumps:

These patent leather slingback pumps feature sharp pointed toes and slim square heels in a galvanised finish. The ankle strap has a metal Versace Milano lock closure inspired by the archival ’90s Vintage Logo and features an engraved checkered pattern ($1,175.00).

#9 Medusa ’95 Draped Gown:

Asymmetric evening dress in liquid jersey. Detailed with side, draped panels. Sleeveless design accented by Medusa ’95 hardware on one shoulder ($3,995.00).

#10 Crystal Gianni Ribbon Clutch:

A satin evening clutch featuring the Gianni Ribbon bow with a central enamel Medusa framed by crystal embellishments. The accessory has a detachable chain shoulder strap for alternate crossbody wear ($1,390.00).

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Day four of Milan Fashion Week has truly been the gift that keeps on giving. Donatella Versace just closed out the fourth day of the Milanese fashion festivities, with a collection looking back into the rich Versace archives – in particular the Spring 1997 Versus collection. Tonight as dusk fell over the Italian metropolis, guests were ushered inside the historic Sforzesco Castle for the unveiling of the Versace Spring 2025 collection. Gigi! Mona! Anok! Vittoria! Angelina! All the top models of today were at hand to walk the courtyard runway within the majestic venue. A harmonious mix of patterns of floral and wavy prints on cardigans and sequin skirts. Hints of blue, brown, and metallics were splashed throughout the collection, infused with a 70s nostalgia. The iconic Versace Bright Crystal perfume bottle got an upgrade, transformed into an acetate clutch.

Versace Spring 2025 Collection Review

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“I’m so tired of Donatella at this point. Everything she’s done in the last decade has either been a sh*tty archive rehash or a even sh*ttier attempt at being ‘Sexy Prada’.” [LadyJunon]

“What a lovely Missoni collection.” [Magic Spells]

“What in the identity crisis was that? It looked like a bad Versus collection that has been rotting in the warehouse since late 90’s. The draping numbers towards the end were offensive. Donatella should retire.” [avonlea002]

“Embarrassing. Worst Versace show ever and the worst show of the season. It’s Missoni, with Miu Miu Arcadie bags and all the high school girlie charms attached. So Miu Miu from last year. Not a single decent look in sight.” [FashionPower]

“There’s no way this is Versace. It looks like a collection for a Versace girl who doesn’t want to retire. I see inspirations from Missoni and Miu Miu but dear Donatella, what works for others might not work for your brand.” [badgalcrush]

“More palatable than her recent collections.” [tourbillions]

“I really liked it! I think at this point, Donatella has used all the Gianni references she could, so why not have a look into her own Versus archives?” [Lola701]

See all the looks from the Versace Spring 2025 collection and join the conversation, here.

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Slap bang in the middle of the fashion festivities that is New York Fashion Week Spring 2025, the stars came out for the 2024 Kering Caring for Women dinner. This year’s splashy event marks the third of its kind, following the inception of The Kering Foundation’s Caring for Women initiative in 2022. The event is aimed at raising funds and awareness in support of the nongovernmental organizations that work to end gender-based violence. Last year’s Kering Caring for Women event raised over $3 million and benefited organizations in order to break the intergenerational cycle of violence.

Last night, on day four of NYFW Spring 2025, a star-studded crowd descended upon The Pool, located inside The Seagram Building on New York’s 375 Park Avenue. The red carpet arrivals for this year’s Kering Caring for Women function was undoubtedly a feast for the eyes.

From Kim Kardashian rocking up in a form-fitting ivory dress and Dakota Johnson donning a white Gucci column dress with a see-through, crystal-covered top to Donatella Versace arriving on the red carpet in an embellished champagne Atelier Versace creation and Naomi Watts out representing in full force as Balenciaga brand ambassador, showcasing a gown from Demna’s Cruise 2025 Shanghai-staged collection – we’ve got the must-see looks the night.

Every Must-See Look From the 2024 Kering Caring for Women Event:

Viola Davis:

Dakota Johnson:

Salma Hayek:

Kim Kardashian:

Lindsay Lohan:

Linda Evangelista:

Priyanka Chopra:

Katy Perry:

Donatella Versace:

Julia Garner:

Jessica Chastain:

Lauren Sánchez:

Ashley Graham:

Naomi Watts:

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Welcome back to theFashionSpot’s Top Picks shopping series, where we shine a spotlight upon the collections of just about every major fashion house. Up next: the Versace Pre-Fall 2024 collection. Donatella Versace unveiled designs crafted around the key signatures of the house of Versace, from the iconic codes of the Barocco and Medusa ’95 to the use of silhouette, material, and print.

From the must-have Medusa ’95 croc-effect crossbody handbag to a cashmere-blend crop jacket and an overcoat featuring a jacquard macro Barocco pattern to a pair of silver metallic slip-on mules – scroll further for theFashionSpot’s top picks from the Versace Pre-Fall 2024 collection:

#1 Barocco Cashmere-Blend Crop Jacket:

An unlined double-face wool and cashmere blend cropped jacket featuring a jacquard macro Barocco pattern on the inside. The single-breasted style with round shoulders is accented by Medusa hardware and a jacquard Versace label on the sleeve ($3,025.00).

#2 Regular-Fit Jeans:

Regular, straight-fit jeans featuring accent Medusa ’95 hardware ($1,025.00).

#3 Gianni Ribbon Wedge Mules:

These slip-on Gianni Ribbon mules have a galvanised metallic wedge and feature transparent PVC uppers. The pair is accented by a Medusa hardware on the micro, upper bow ($1,150.00).

#4 Medusa ’95 Earrings:

Earrings featuring the Medusa ’95 signifier framed by Greca engraving. All Versace jewelry products are lead and nickel-free. All materials are hypoallergenic ($425.00).

#5 Barocco Cashmere-Blend Overcoat:

A soft, unlined double-face wool and cashmere blend overcoat featuring a jacquard macro Barocco pattern. The single-breasted style is accented by Medusa hardware and a jacquard Versace label on the sleeve ($4,625.00).

#6 Medusa ’95 Small Tote Bag:

Horizontal tote bag with belt detail featuring the Medusa ’95 hardware, the iconic House code first seen in the 1995 collections. The top handle design is made from smooth, flat-grain leather with magnetic closure and has a detachable crossbody shoulder strap ($1,995.00).

#7 Medusa ’95 Mélange Crop Bustier Top:

A stretch and lightweight mélange wool-blend cropped top with mesh layered inserts at the neckline, accented by Medusa ’95 hardware at the shoulder straps ($1,195.00).

#8 Mélange Slit Pencil Skirt:

A stretch and lightweight mélange wool-blend midi skirt with an asymmetric hem and a technical, adhesive bonded Barocco print lining ($1,050.00).

#9 Alia Satin Slingback Pumps:

These sharp point-toe pumps with a satin finish feature a Medusa accent on the upper maxi bow. The pair is complete with a transparent PVC slingback strap ($995.00).

#10 Cashmere-Blend Shift Knit Mini Dress:

This pure virgin wool and cashmere-blend knit sleeveless mini dress is accented by Medusa ’95 hardware, complete with ribbed trims ($2,490.00).

#11 Gianni Ribbon Leather Boots:

Leather knee-high boots set on patent high-block heels. The pair features the ‘nastro Gianni’ bow and Medusa signifier, an expression of the House’s heritage and craft ($1,990.00).

#12 Croc-Effect Medusa ’95 Crossbody Bag:

This croc-effect embossed leather bag is accented by the Medusa ’95 hardware—the iconic House code first seen in 1995 collections. The design can be worn in hand or with an adjustable leather strap for shoulder or crossbody options ($1,195.00).

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We interrupt our regular scheduling of shopping the mainline Spring 2024 collections to present to you a slice of the Versace La Vacanza collection for 2024.

Italian for ‘vacation’, the Versace La Vacanza collection “proposes styles for the high summer season, including cocktail dresses, denim, beachwear, and accessories featuring seasonal Barocco Sea prints, Medusa ’95 styles and more.”

From a chic one-piece swimsuit with a scoop neckline and low back, featuring an all-over Barocco Sea print and some patent leather platform clogs with enamel Medusa Buckle inspired by an archival hardware to the must-have square-shaped injected sunglasses and an iconic metal mesh mini dress – scroll further for theFashionSpot’s top picks from the 2024 Versace La Vacanza collection:

#1 Tweed Cardigan Jacket:

This short-sleeved cardigan jacket is made from cotton tweed with luminous lurex threading and is accented by Medusa ’95 hardware. An organza lining finishes the collarless style ($3,150.00).

#2 Tweed A-line Skirt:

This A-line skirt is crafted from blended cotton tweed woven with luminous lurex threading. The design is finished with organza lining and is accented by Medusa ’95 hardware at the waistline ($1,475.00).

#3 Cashmere-Blend Shift Knit Mini Dress:

This pure virgin wool and cashmere-blend knit sleeveless mini dress is accented by Medusa ’95 hardware, complete with ribbed trims ($2,490.00).

#4 Medusa ’95 Tote Bag:

This medium-sized horizontal tote bag is crafted from smooth, flat-grain leather and features the Medusa ’95 hardware – the iconic House code first seen in the 1995 collections. The top handle design has a magnetic closure and two internal slip pockets ($2,495.00).

#5 Barocco Sea Fitted Shirt:

A fluid, stretch jersey long-sleeved shirt featuring Barocco elements with corals, seashells, and starfish motifs. The slim-fit style is a revisitation of the original shirt worn by Madonna in the 2005 Versace campaign shot by Mario Testino ($1,195.00).

#6 Barocco Sea Gathered Midi Skirt:

A gathered, stretch-jersey midi skirt featuring Barocco elements with coral, seashell, and starfish motifs. The asymmetric style features Medusa ’95 hardware on the front wrap panel ($1,875.00).

#7 Barocco Sea Drop Earrings:

Two-tone asymmetric drop earrings featuring crystal-embellished starfish pendants, and a three-dimensional Medusa stud. All Versace jewelry products are lead and nickel-free. All materials are hypoallergenic ($695.00).

#8 Barocco Sea One-Piece Swimsuit:

One-piece swimsuit with a scoop neckline and low back, featuring an all-over Barocco Sea print ($675.00).

#9 Medusa Buckle Patent Clogs:

Patent leather platform clogs with enamel Medusa Buckle inspired by an archival hardware. These mules are set on a curved mid-heel with side stud accents ($950.00).

#10 La Medusa Barocco Sea Canvas Tote Bag:

A small canvas tote bag in the Barocco Sea print, inspired by the natural wonders of the sea and the House’s heritage. The accessory is adorned with the signature La Medusa hardware in a new, flatter version and features a leather Versace logo lettering, contrasting leather top handles and an interior protector strap. The style can be worn in-hand or crossbody with the detachable and adjustable shoulder strap ($1,750.00).

#11 Medusa Medallion Sunglasses:

These square-shaped injected sunglasses feature a tonal Medusa emblem at the temples with a metal Greca frame ($485.00).

#12 Metal Mesh Cowl Slip Mini Dress:

Innovations from the Atelier inspire a newer, lighter weight form of the iconic metal mesh, seen on this sleeveless cowl mini dress. Medusa ’95 hardware accents the shoulder straps ($4,900.00).

#13 Gianni Ribbon Metallic Wedge Pumps:

Metallic leather sandals with a mirror-effect wedge, featuring pointed toes and a transparent PVC insert on the upper. The pair is detailed by a ‘nastro Gianni’ bow with Medusa hardware on the toe and slingback strap ($1,395.00).

#14 Crystal Medusa ’95 Earrings:

Earrings featuring the Medusa ’95 signifier with crystal embellishments. All Versace jewelry products are lead and nickel-free. All materials are hypoallergenic ($495.00).

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We have to admit that we always expect the unexpected when it comes to red carpet fashion at the Grammy Awards. This year we were surprised at the relatively tame nature of most of the looks. Sure, there were a few crazy getups. But most attendees at the 2022 Grammy Awards opted to go glam. Not that we’re complaining.

Lady Gaga and Halsey went Old Hollywood rocking Armani Privé and Pressiat, respectively. Olivia Rodrigo’s Vivienne Westwood gown was enhanced by opera gloves and chokers. Tiffany Haddish sparkled in a glitzy Prada number. Dua Lipa’s elaborate black dress was instantly recognizable as a Versace thanks to all the Medusa accents. And H.E.R. took inspiration from Aretha Franklin for her custom Dundas jumpsuit.

Some stars took a more minimal approach. Hailey Bieber wore a sleek Saint Laurent column gown. Her layered necklace and delicate earrings were also pretty understated. The strappy neckline of Lily Aldridge’s black dress was anything but basic. It also perfectly complemented those strappy sandals.

A couple of suits really turned heads. Brandi Carlile’s Hugo Boss ensemble was blinged out, including the waistband and sides of the trousers. Elle King topped off her red set with an enormous hat.

Scroll down to see all of the can’t-miss looks from the 2022 Grammy Awards.

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Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott have been Donatella Versace’s mainline campaign photographers of choice for three seasons (after ditching forum favorite Steven Meisel). The storied Italian fashion label’s Spring 2022 campaign outing marks the creative twosome’s fourth consecutive offering, which pays homage to iconic Versace imagery from the past by Richard Avedon. In an ode to sisterhood, Donatella welcomes the industry’s most famous siblings Bella and Gigi Hadid even showing off the high-octane collection alongside the pair in one ad (below).

The campaign took our forum members by surprise. “This is quite spectacular. Gigi and Bella look incredible and the choice to include Donatella was brilliant,” applauded aracic.

“Always love seeing Donatella! She was a great addition to the campaign,” enthused thiago:).

“This is a nice campaign, very joyful and sincerely emotional! It is a pleasure to see Donatella, after all, she is an icon…” agreed dontbeadrag.

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“Bella, Gigi and Donatella turned this out and worked hard for the money,” added reese06.

“The inclusion of Donatella herself was a brilliant decision and I’m always down for a Bella and Gigi double act moment. Everything just feels so vibrant, glossy and just so quintessentially Versace. What’s not to love?” asked vogue28.

“Gigi looks like a supermodel from the late 80s (Michaela Bercu) and Bella from the early 90s (Carla Bruni). They have a vintage look that works,” ivano pointed out.

“Oh, loving this! Best Spring 2022 campaign so far for me,” raved amby.

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Donatella Versace sure knows how to grab headlines. The designer just won Milan Fashion Week by having Jennifer Lopez close her Spring 2020 show in a revamped version of that iconic Grammys dress from 2000.

Surprisingly, Donatella made the revealing dress even more of a skin show by removing the sleeves and opening up the skirt. Let’s face it: only Jenny from the block could pull it off. The barely-there dress featured that trademark palm tree print, which was also heavily represented in the rest of the Spring 2020 collection.

Donatella introduced the scene-stealing moment by asking Google to show “pictures of that green Versace dress.” After her wish was granted, she asked to see the real thing and then hello J.Lo.

Now that’s how you do fashion week.

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