Following the exit of long-time creative director Francesco Risso, Marni has officially announced Belgian designer Meryll Rogge to helm the Italian house.

The 2025 ANDAM Grand Prize winner studied at the Royal Academy of Antwerp and previously held design positions at Marc Jacobs and Dries Van Noten. In an official statement, Rogge shared that she was honored to join Marni, which she “long admired for its independent spirit.” “To take on a role defined by such visionary creative directors is both humbling and inspiring,” she added.

Since founding her eponymous brand in 2020, Rogge has presented her collections in Paris, showcasing a distinct vision characterized by vintage whimsy and contemporary craftsmanship. According to Business of Fashion, jury member Sidney Toledano lauded her “new vision of femininity imbued with modernity and wearability.”

“We met many highly qualified candidates, confirming how Marni continues to inspire and attract creatives from around the world. Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand’s DNA, offering a contemporary vision that embraces Marni globally and across all its dimensions — including accessories, interior design, communication, and special projects,” OTB chairman Renzo Rosso said in a statement.

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