The Hunger Games

Who knew in March 2011 when John Galliano was shockingly dismissed as creative director for Dior that the wait for a replacement would be so long.... let alone so salaciously rife with rumours...

But after much speculation, and replacements ranging from Marc Jacobs, Alber Elbaz, to Haider Ackerman and Phoebe Philo at one point... Raf Simons has been officially named as the new creative director for Dior (I am reserving belief until i actually see a collection and a bow on the runway... You know how fashion works)

Belgian Born Simons  was at the helm of Jil Sander for seven years,  presenting some of the labels most iconic and beautiful collections to date,  climaxing with his last three seasons which he called his 'Couture trilogy', an ironic warm-up for his new position at Dior.

His final collection, a flawless presentation of pure design, was touted by Tim Blanks as his 'best yet', A tough act to follow for his replacement,  namesake Jil Sander, who will be taking the reigns of the house for a third time.

All eyes will now be on Simons who is due to have his Dior debut with Fall couture in July.