Francesco Risso Exits Marni
After nearly a decade at the helm, Francesco Risso is exiting Marni. Risso joined the Italian house at a pivotal moment for its parent company, OTB Group. Though he stepped into the role without prior experience as a creative director, he quickly steered Marni into a new era of cultural relevance and creative success. Renzo Rosso, chair of OTB Group, who promoted Risso to the top job at Marni, said: “Francesco has embraced the spirit and the values of the house, and together with the team brought them to new grounds, building the foundations for a new and exciting chapter of Marni. Francesco is a unique designer and an artist at heart, and I wish him only the best for the future.” Before his time at Marni, Risso spent eight years working alongside Miuccia Prada at Prada, after early stints with Alessandro Dell’Acqua in Milan and Anna Molinari at Blumarine. Risso said, “I will always be grateful to Renzo for believing in me, for giving me the front seat on a journey that became more than I could have imagined. Marni has been a studio, a stage, a dream. It carried color, instinct, care, and gave space for people to be themselves. It taught me how to build with feeling and how powerful true collaboration can be. Thank you to the whole Marni team, and to all the friends who joined along the way, and here’s to more extraordinary journeys ahead!” OTB has yet to announce Risso’s successor. When they do, it will mark another key move in the group’s evolving creative lineup, which includes Simone Bellotti’s recent appointment at Jil Sander and Glenn Martens’ expanded role at Maison Margiela. [Vogue]
Ben Gorham Leaves Byredo
Ben Gorham is stepping down from Byredo, the Swedish luxury beauty and lifestyle brand he founded in 2006. His departure comes on the heels of a major milestone for the company—its full acquisition by Puig, which coincided with the Spanish conglomerate’s IPO in 2024. With the acquisition, Puig now owns 100% of Byredo, aiming to scale the brand across multiple product categories and strengthen its foothold in the high-end fragrance and beauty market. Reflecting on the transition, Gorham shared, “Puig’s experience in beauty and fashion will be instrumental in the brand’s future growth and will help Byredo unlock its potential across multiple categories. I am proud of what we were able to achieve over a 20-year journey and am confident in a bright future for Byredo.” Byredo currently offers 37 fragrances, all created with longtime collaborator and perfumer Jérôme Épinette, including 31 eaux de toilette and six extraits de parfum. Among its most iconic scents: Gypsy Water and Mojave Ghost. [WWD]
David Bailey’s Changing Fashion Exhibition at the Marta Ortega Pérez Foundation
David Bailey, one of the most celebrated fashion image-makers of the 20th century, is known for his sultry, intimate approach to photography. His signature style helped define iconic portraits of Princess Diana, Grace Jones, and The Rolling Stones. On June 28th, his work will be featured at the Marta Ortega Pérez Foundation in A Coruña, Spain. The exhibition, titled David Bailey’s Changing Fashion, highlights the now 87-year-old photographer’s role in capturing the cultural and creative revolutions of 1960s and ’70s London. It includes more than 140 photographs from those formative decades, with several images being shown publicly for the first time. This marks the Foundation’s latest major presentation in A Coruña, following previous exhibitions featuring Peter Lindbergh, Steven Meisel, Helmut Newton, and Irving Penn.
Jane Birkin & Serge Gainsbourg, 1976. David Bailey
The CFDA Fashion Awards Is Slated For Nov. 3rd
The Council of Fashion Designers of America has set the date for the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards, returning to the American Museum of Natural History on November 3rd for the third year in a row. Amazon Fashion will serve as the presenting partner for the fourth consecutive year. Steven Kolb, CEO and president of the CFDA said, “The 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion will celebrate the highest standards of creative excellence within the American fashion industry. We look forward to acknowledging visionary designers and innovators who influence the artistic fabric of fashion and bring American style and culture to the global stage.” Nominees for the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards are expected to be announced in September. [WWD]
Kristen McMenamy Is Still Fashion’s Most Fearless Muse
Kristen McMenamy has never played by fashion’s rules—and that’s exactly why she’s rewritten them. She wasn’t scouted or discovered, famously willing her way into fashion while boldly approaching modeling agencies herself until one finally said yes. The legendary supermodel has shaped fashion’s boldest visuals for over three decades, with fearless shoots, unforgettable runway moments, and her signature edge. From Richard Avedon to Juergen Teller, she’s never held back and is still not afraid to speak her truth. In this video lensed by Kloss Films and shot in the intimate setting of her London home, the Models.com legend offers a peek into her personal wardrobe, her favorite pieces and the storied legacy they represent. Find the full interview in the link here.
Model of the Week: Hot Lister Cheikh Diakhate Has Been A Runway Regular
“I would like us all to live in peace with no anger and hatred towards another person, because we are all the same.” From Senegal, Model of the Week Cheikh Diakhate debuted in 2020, then worked his way into the Hot List rankings, booking top brands like Louis Vuitton. To learn more about his start, passions, and memorable moments in the industry, click the link here for the full interview with exclusive shots by Gioconda and August.
Makeup Artist Fulvia Farolfi on Beauty Beyond the Edit
Beauty always called to makeup artist Fulvia Farolfi–from the shimmer of her gym teacher’s eyeliner to the palettes in her neighbor’s upstairs salon. Everything changed when she saw an iconic Irving Penn photo, inspiring her to leave science behind for beauty school in Milan. Since then, she’s become a fixture in fashion, working with Peter Lindbergh, Inez and Vinoodh, and leading makeup for the 2025 Pirelli Calendar with Ethan James Green. Fresh off Max Mara’s Resort 2026 show, the Chanel Beauty ambassador spoke to @modelsdot about the power of beauty, embracing imperfections, and the wildest jobs she’s ever worked. Click the link here for the full interview.
MDC Selects: These Breakout Rookies Are Speaking Up on Queer Identity
In celebration of Pride Month, these breakout rookies are opening up about queer identity, how they got their start in the industry, and more. Meet the latest MDC Selects here.
