French fashion house Maison Alaïa has confirmed that Pieter Mulier is stepping down as creative director after five years. This is reported by UNN with reference to WWD.
Thus, according to the source, Mulier will complete work on the Spring-Summer 2026 collection, which will premiere during Paris Fashion Week in March. The brand's management expressed gratitude to the designer for his contribution to the development of the house's creative vision and strengthening its position in the international market.
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By the way, Pieter Mulier took over Alaïa in 2021. At that time, he became the first creative director after the death of the brand's founder, the legendary couturier Azzedine Alaïa. During his tenure, he modernized classic silhouettes and strengthened the brand's recognition in the world of high fashion.
Industry sources report that Mulier may move to the Italian house Versace, where he could be entrusted with leading the creative direction. There is no official confirmation from Versace yet. Before working at Alaïa, Mulier collaborated with renowned designer Raf Simons at houses such as Dior and Calvin Klein. Maison Alaïa has not yet announced the name of its successor as creative director.