Who became creative director of Chloé in 1997, succeeding Karl Lagerfeld?

Stella McCartney became creative director of Chloé in 1997, succeeding Karl Lagerfeld.

McCartney took the role shortly after graduating from Central Saint Martins in London. Her appointment attracted major attention because she was the daughter of musician Paul McCartney, but her Chloé collections quickly developed an identity of their own. She emphasized youthful tailoring, sensual dresses and commercially successful accessories.

McCartney worked at Chloé until 2001, when she was succeeded by Phoebe Philo. In 2001, McCartney launched her own eponymous label in partnership with the Gucci Group. Her independent brand became known for avoiding leather and fur and for promoting vegetarian approaches to luxury fashion.

The timeline is often mixed up because Phoebe Philo also became strongly associated with Chloé. Philo followed McCartney, while Karl Lagerfeld preceded her. These three designers represent successive creative periods rather than simultaneous leadership.