Siddhartha Shukla Steps Down as Deputy CEO of Lanvin After Four Years
Siddhartha Shukla, who has served as deputy CEO of Lanvin for over four years, is stepping down from his position, the company announced on Friday. Andy Lew, the executive president of Lanvin Group (formerly Fosun Fashion Group) and the chairman and CEO of Lanvin since January 2025, will continue to oversee the brand and its strategic direction, ensuring continuity and providing support to the leadership teams, as stated in a release by the Lanvin Group.
“I would like to express my gratitude to Siddhartha for his contributions to Lanvin during his tenure of four years. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors,” Lew said in a statement.
Reflecting on his time at Lanvin, Shukla remarked, “Guiding the brand and business of Lanvin has been a challenging yet rewarding experience in my career. As I step down after four remarkable years, I do so with immense pride in our collective achievements and unwavering confidence in the team’s ability to uphold our values and vision for this iconic French fashion house.”
Shukla brings a wealth of experience to Lanvin, with a background encompassing 12 years in marketing at Kering working with luxury brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent, followed by eight years at Theory, where he served as chief brand officer. He joined Lanvin in December 2021 with a mission to lead the brand’s transformation following a period of instability after the departure of renowned designer Alber Elbaz in 2015.
During his tenure, Shukla spearheaded initiatives to redefine the brand’s identity, product strategy, store concept, and visual aesthetic. He collaborated with renowned photographer Steven Meisel on a black-and-white campaign in 2022, featuring a new logo designed by M|M Paris. Following the departure of artistic director Bruno Sialelli in April 2023, Shukla appointed Peter Copping as the new creative lead in June 2024. Copping, known for his feminine designs at Nina Ricci and Oscar de la Renta, brought a fresh perspective to Lanvin, emphasizing a return to ultimate chic as envisioned by founder Jeanne Lanvin.
Under Copping’s creative direction, Lanvin reestablished its presence on the Paris Fashion Week calendar and experienced growth in women’s ready-to-wear, women’s shoes, and leather goods. Sales under Shukla’s leadership climbed from €73 million in 2021 to approximately €120 million in 2023. Despite market challenges, including a downturn in the sneaker business and store closures, Lanvin maintained its position with sales reaching around €100 million in 2025.
The Lanvin Group, which went public on the New York Stock Exchange in December 2022, faced economic headwinds in China, leading to the sale of its menswear brand Caruso in February 2026. The group continues to own luxury brands like Wolford, Sergio Rossi, and St John, with revenue declining by 22% in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year.
The announcement of Shukla’s departure comes on the heels of the Lanvin show during Paris Fashion Week, which garnered acclaim for its stunning collection. Sarah Mower of Vogue Runway praised the showcase, noting that it echoed the glamour of Lanvin’s past under Alber Elbaz’s creative direction.
