Stefano Gabbana resigned as chairman of Dolce & Gabbana on April 12, 2026. The Italian luxury house announced the move as part of a governance and organizational update.
Gabbana remains in his creative role alongside co-founder Domenico Dolce. The resignation follows a prolonged global luxury sector downturn driven by geopolitical tensions and economic headwinds.
The privately held company is currently preparing for negotiations with its lenders. This governance change marks a strategic shift as the brand adapts to declining consumer confidence.