Jil Sander announces the departure of designers Lucie and Luke Meier from the fashion brand.

After spending eight years crafting a sensitive new visual language at Jil Sander, the husband and wife duo, Lucie and Luke Meier, have announced their departure from the fashion brand following their A/W 2025 show in Milan.

The Meiers have been steering Jil Sander with quiet precision since their appointment in 2017, and under their direction, the brand has enjoyed steady commercial growth and opened 18 new stores worldwide. Their collections draw inspiration from nature, Japanese architecture, and ambient music, creating a unique blend of aesthetics that has resonated with fashion enthusiasts.

The swansong collection was a celebration of all that Lucie and Luke Meier have built together at Jil Sander. The show space was initially pitch black, from which a series of looks emerged, seeking light against a turbulent outside world. Tough textures like leather jackets, pointy red shoes, and metal eyelets were present, giving way to angelic softness through floral prints, girly lace, and feathers. The collection balanced sensitivity with the self-defensiveness of sleaze, showcasing textural eclecticism.

In an interview with the Jil Sander website in 2023, Lucie and Luke Meier spoke about their approach to fashion. They view it as exhilarating because it's a dialogue with what's going on in the world. Collections, they said, are a 'timestamp on a period', evolving as people and ideas progress.

The Meiers have emphasized the importance of craft, working closely with artisans and makers. This dedication to quality and attention to detail has been a hallmark of their tenure at Jil Sander.

Before joining Jil Sander, Luke Meier worked at Supreme and founded OAMC, while Lucie worked at Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, and Dior. Their diverse backgrounds have undoubtedly contributed to the unique vision they have brought to Jil Sander.

As they depart, the successors of Lucie and Luke Meier at Jil Sander have not been identified in the provided search results. However, it is clear that they leave behind a legacy of innovation, growth, and a commitment to quality that will continue to shape the brand for years to come.

In addition to their work at Jil Sander, the Meiers have also curated a daily digest of inspiration, escapism, and design stories from around the world via a newsletter on the Jil Sander website. This commitment to fostering a community of creatives and enthusiasts is a testament to their passion for the industry.

As they move on to new endeavours, we can only wish Lucie and Luke Meier the best of luck and look forward to seeing what they will create next. Their departure from Jil Sander marks the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new chapter in the brand's history.

Jil Sander announces the departure of designers Lucie and Luke Meier from the fashion brand.