What mythical figure is featured on Versace's logo?

The mythical figure featured on Versace’s logo is Medusa.

Medusa comes from Greek mythology and is commonly depicted as a woman with snakes for hair whose gaze could turn people to stone. Versace’s Medusa head appears in the center of the brand’s circular emblem, making the logo one of the most recognizable symbols in luxury fashion.

Gianni Versace drew heavily on the ancient Greek and Roman art of southern Italy, particularly the cultural heritage of Calabria, where he was born. The logo’s imagery is often linked to the ruins and classical motifs familiar in that region. Versace also incorporated the Greek key, or meander, into clothing, accessories and branding.

A frequent mistake is to select Athena, another important Greek figure, or the Minotaur, a creature associated with Crete. Neither is the central figure in the Versace emblem. Medusa’s image was chosen for its striking, powerful and memorable character, qualities that fit the house’s bold visual identity.