Jil Sander returns to her eponymous label

The Jil Sander Group has confirmed that Jil Sander is set to return

to her eponymous label as Creative Director, replacing Raf Simons who is stepping down as of February 27, after the women’s autumn/winter 2012 collection is presented in Milan.

Jil Sander who founded the fashion label in 1968, resigned in 2004, and will take up her position effective February 28. The Belgian designer, who joined Jil Sander in July 2005, is rumoured to be replacing John Galliano at Dior.

Alessandro Cremonesi, Jil Sander Group CEO, said: “It is a moving moment to welcome Jil Sander back, who created this unique fashion house and then shaped its rise into a highly estimated global brand. Jil Sander's human passion and visionary strength are a priceless force for the future of our company. Her entrepreneurial attitude will be highly beneficial to all aspects of the Jil Sander Group.”