Jonathan Anderson appointed to top role at Dior

The Northern Ireland fashion designer Jonathan Anderson is the new artistic director of Dior menswear.

Anderson, who is from Magherafelt, County Londonderry, stepped down as the creative director of Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe after 11 years back in March.

He is known for his innovative styles and gender-fluid designs, and has created some iconic looks such as singer Rihanna's Super Bowl half-time performance attire.

The move is part of a major reshuffling of jobs at global fashion brands following some resignations and forced departures.

In January, English designer Kim Jones stepped down as artistic director for menswear at the French fashion house, leading to speculation that Anderson would succeed him.

Taking to instagram on Thursday, Anderson posted a Dior label accompanied by a four-leaf clover to confirm the news.

According to a number of fashion outlets, including British GQ, he is expected to present his debut collection at Paris fashion week in June.

Anderson trained at the London College of Fashion, before beginning his career in Prada's marketing department.

He launched his own label in 2008, before being appointed as the creative director at Loewe - a Spanish leather goods brand - in 2013.

He has won several high-profile awards, including designer of the year at the 2024 Fashion Awards for the second year in a row.

He is the son of former Ireland rugby captain, Willie Anderson.