{"id":14246,"date":"2026-04-10T04:24:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/?p=14246"},"modified":"2026-04-10T04:24:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:24:14","slug":"dolce-gabbana-co-founder-stefano-gabbana-has-stepped-down-as-chair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/?p=14246","title":{"rendered":"Dolce &#038; Gabbana co-founder Stefano Gabbana has stepped down as chair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.independent.co.uk\/2026\/04\/10\/11\/10111141-df9be510-e6bc-40a1-8292-ebe1ba8108a2.jpg?width=1200&amp;auto=webp&amp;crop=3%3A2\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"main\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"hydrate-root sc-1ihz57b-0\" data-component=\"SupportNSCNative\" data-loading=\"lazy\" data-theme-name=\"independent\">\n<div data-theme-wrapper=\"true\" style=\"display:contents;color-scheme:inherit\">\n<aside class=\"sc-hez36s-0 dFpFuY\">\n<div class=\"sc-hez36s-1 iBibVd\">\n<h3 data-testid=\"support-nsc-title\" class=\"sc-hez36s-2 iDdDhr\">Your support helps us to tell the story<\/h3>\n<div class=\"sc-hez36s-8 juUDRT\">\n<div class=\"sc-hez36s-13 cqPbFA\">\n<div class=\"sc-aja53j-0 rAFIl sc-hez36s-16 jZSKtc\">\n<div class=\"sc-aja53j-6 PdmgT\">\n<div data-testid=\"dropdown-with-gradient-collapsed-content-container\" class=\"sc-aja53j-5 eZqxmv\">\n<div>\n<div data-testid=\"dropdown-with-gradient-collapsed-content\" class=\"sc-aja53j-4 ldkrTV\">\n<div>\n<div data-testid=\"support-nsc-collapsed-content-tablet\" class=\"sc-hez36s-7 jAwgJl\">\n<p class=\"sc-1uza6dc-0 cJuFfN\">From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it&#8217;s investigating the financials of Elon Musk&#8217;s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, &#8216;The A Word&#8217;, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sc-1uza6dc-0 cJuFfN\">At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.<\/p>\n<p class=\"sc-1uza6dc-0 cJuFfN\">The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"sc-1uza6dc-1 jZvTVV\">Your support makes all the difference.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"sc-aja53j-1 keLMOw sc-aja53j-7 eMEmGu\"><span data-testid=\"dropdown-with-gradient-dropdown-tablet\" class=\"sc-aja53j-3 dHXFkr\"><span data-action-type=\"Read more\" class=\"sc-aja53j-2 gDeiQ\">Read more<\/span><svg class=\"sc-eaj12q-0 hUgQwJ sc-culv3z-0 eifaJK sc-a5wy94-0 hyKPon\"><use href=\"#ee6613da15642019\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Stefano Gabbana has stepped down from his role as chair of Dolce &amp; Gabbana, in a move described by the brand as part of a broader evolution of its structure, while remaining firmly at the heart of its creative direction.<\/p>\n<p>Filings show the designer notified the company of his decision in December, with the change taking effect from January 1. Chief executive Alfonso Dolce, brother of co-founder Domenico Dolce, has taken on the role.<\/p>\n<p>The house confirmed that Gabbana\u2019s departure from management positions does not affect his creative work, underlining that he will continue to shape collections alongside Domenico Dolce \u2013 a partnership that has defined the brand\u2019s identity for four decades.<\/p>\n<p>This comes shortly after celebrating its 40th anniversary and at a moment of transition for the Milan-based label, which has in recent years expanded its universe beyond the runway into hospitality, interiors and immersive brand experiences, while continuing to stage its elaborate Alta Moda presentations across Italy\u2019s historic locations.<\/p>\n<p>Industry reports have also pointed to ongoing discussions with lenders and the possibility of fresh investment, as the wider luxury sector adjusts to changing global demand. The company has not commented in detail on its financial position.<\/p>\n<p>Gabbana is understood to be considering options regarding his shareholding, though he remains closely involved in the brand\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in Milan in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, Dolce &amp; Gabbana rose to prominence with a bold and quintessentially Italian vision of glamour.<\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOankQxk_Rl\/embed\/captioned\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"sc-wn0aau-1 dZPXBi\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The duo quickly became known for their celebration of Mediterranean sensuality, defined by corsetry, inky lace and blooming black florals with references to Sicilian culture, Catholic iconography and Italian cinema.<\/p>\n<p>Their aesthetic struck a chord internationally during the late 1980s and 1990s, helping to define an era of maximalist fashion.<\/p>\n<p>A pivotal moment in the brand\u2019s rise came through its association with Madonna, who famously wore Dolce &amp; Gabbana during the 1990s and commissioned the designers to create costumes for her 1993 Girlie Show tour.<\/p>\n<p>The collaboration cemented the label\u2019s reputation for provocative, body-conscious design and aligned it with global pop culture at its most influential.<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, the house has maintained strong ties with celebrity and entertainment, dressing a range of exclusive figures across music, film and pop culture, reinforcing its image as a purveyor of dramatic, statement-making fashion.<\/p>\n<p>Today, Dolce &amp; Gabbana spans ready-to-wear, accessories, beauty and haute couture, with its Alta Moda and Alta Sartoria collections showcasing the highest levels of Italian design.<\/p>\n<p>These presentations, often staged in historic settings from Sicily to Venice, have become a cornerstone of the brand\u2019s storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>Despite changes in its corporate structure, the label remains creatively led by its founders.<\/p>\n<p>Gabbana\u2019s decision to step back from a formal leadership role signals a shift in governance, but not in vision \u2013 with the designer continuing to shape the aesthetic motifs that have defined Dolce &amp; Gabbana for 41 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it&#8217;s investigating the financials of Elon Musk&#8217;s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, &#8216;The A Word&#8217;, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it. Your support makes all the difference. Read more Stefano Gabbana has stepped down from his role as chair of Dolce &amp; Gabbana, in a move described by the brand as part of a broader evolution of its structure, while remaining firmly at the heart of its creative direction. Filings show the designer notified the company of his decision in December, with the change taking effect from January 1. Chief executive Alfonso Dolce, brother of co-founder Domenico Dolce, has taken on the role. The house confirmed that Gabbana\u2019s departure from management positions does not affect his creative work, underlining that he will continue to shape collections alongside Domenico Dolce \u2013 a partnership that has defined the brand\u2019s identity for four decades. This comes shortly after celebrating its 40th anniversary and at a moment of transition for the Milan-based label, which has in recent years expanded its universe beyond the runway into hospitality, interiors and immersive brand experiences, while continuing to stage its elaborate Alta Moda presentations across Italy\u2019s historic locat&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":14247,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14246"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=14246"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14246\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/14247"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=14246"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=14246"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.seekyourlove.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=14246"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}