Reports Raf Simon to helm at Christian Dior

Reports are escalating that Dior is finalising its contract

with Raf Simons to be their new creative director.

According to reports in WWD, the deal is not yet finalised but Simons, 43years, is discussing the end of his contract with Jil Sander, where he currently helms.

Simons was previously touted to replace Stefano Pilati at YSL; the move to Dior would mark a great change in their theatrical design aesthetic, with Simons having built a reputation for his minimal, modern looks.