Francesca Amfitheatrof Leaves Louis Vuitton After Seven Years

Francesca Amfitheatrof has officially departed from her role as artistic director of jewelry and watches at Louis Vuitton after seven years. In her statement, Amfitheatrof expressed gratitude for her time at the brand and pride in her collections, highlighting her intention to pursue new endeavors soon. Her tenure was marked by notable successes, including innovative high jewelry collections and a fine jewelry line for men, which helped elevate Louis Vuitton's jewelry offerings. The decision for the mutual separation follows her recent recognition as 'Woman of the Year' by Harper's Bazaar and comes shortly after unveiling a new jewelry headquarters in Paris. Louis Vuitton is expected to continue its jewelry design internally while Amfitheatrof prepares to announce her next steps. The luxury house, known for its expanding reach in jewelry, generated €22.8 billion in sales in 2024, reflecting its growing significance in the market.