It has been one of the worst kept secrets in fashion but today the official announcement finally dropped, of Jonathan Anderson becoming sole creative director of Christian Dior. Rumors have been rampant for months that the British designer was to take over from Maria Grazia Chiuri, whose departure was only announced on Friday. Anderson was appointed creative director of Dior Men in April, succeeding Kim Jones. The London College of Fashion graduate and former Loewe creative director makes history with his latest appointment, becoming the first to lead all of Dior since Monsieur Dior himself. “‘It is a great honor to join the House of Dior,” Anderson said. “I look forward to working alongside its legendary Ateliers to craft the next chapter of this incredible story.”

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Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“The most exciting appointment in years. He deserves it all, a once in a generation talent.” [prylvi]

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“Best fashion news in a very, very long time! Hope he will shake things up completely, and nobody will remember what happened during the past 9 years.” [Deneuve]

“I’m so happy and excited. He’s the best of his generation to me.” [Thefrenchy]

“Finally! He is the only real creative director left, so happy for him! Can’t wait to see what he does.” [Creative]

“I’m happy for him. Of course, it’s not a new info but now that it’s official, it’s great. I think Jonathan has everything that is needed for a house of Dior. He has ideas, a commercial sense, a sense of fashion, and he is versatile.” [Lola701]

“I am indifferent to this. Hopefully he changes his approach and does something more directional instead of the usual mashup of different gimmicks.” [Avonlea]

“I’m indifferent but curious. I am open to see what he proposes. [GRCF]

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