
Celine is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (Euronext Paris: MC), which acquired the brand in 1996. Celine operates within LVMH's Fashion & Leather Goods division. Michael Rider was appointed creative director in early 2025, succeeding Hedi Slimane. Celine is headquartered in Paris, France and generates an estimated EUR 2.5 billion in annual revenue, making it LVMH's third-largest fashion brand after Louis Vuitton and Dior.
Parent Company
Acquired
1996
Status
Publicly Traded
Headquarters
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| Celine | LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE | Wholly owned |
Celine was founded in 1945 by Celine Vipiana in Paris, France. The brand began as a custom shoemaker specializing in children's shoes and leather goods. In the 1950s and 1960s, Celine expanded into handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear collections.
LVMH acquired Celine in 1996, integrating the brand into its growing portfolio of luxury fashion houses. Under LVMH ownership, Celine expanded its global retail presence and product lines.
Phoebe Philo served as creative director from 2008 to 2017. During her tenure, Celine became known for its minimalist aesthetic and influential designs. Philo's Celine defined a era of understated luxury that influenced the broader fashion industry.
Hedi Slimane was appointed creative director in 2018. Slimane expanded the brand into menswear and introduced Celine fragrances in 2019. Under Slimane, Celine's revenue grew from approximately EUR 1 billion to an estimated EUR 2.6 billion by 2023, achieving the target set by LVMH chairman Bernard Arnault in 2018. Slimane's first runway show for Celine was held in September 2018 at the Bibliotheque Nationale de France.
Michael Rider was named creative director in early 2025, succeeding Slimane. Rider previously served as design director at Celine for a decade during Phoebe Philo's tenure, from 2008 to 2017. He was most recently creative director at Polo Ralph Lauren from 2018 to 2024. Rider has full creative responsibility for all Celine collections, including womenswear, menswear, leather goods, accessories, and couture. His first runway collection received an excellent response, according to LVMH.
What does LVMH own?
LVMH owns more than 75 luxury brands across five business segments. In Fashion and Leather Goods, the group's most valuable brands include Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Celine, Fendi, and Loewe. The Wines and Spirits segment includes Hennessy, Moët and Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, and Krug. Watches and Jewelry includes Tiffany and Co., Bulgari, TAG Heuer, and Hublot. Perfumes and Cosmetics includes Guerlain, Benefit Cosmetics, and Fenty Beauty. The Selective Retailing segment includes Sephora, the world's largest prestige beauty retailer.
Is LVMH publicly traded?
Yes, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE is listed on Euronext Paris under the ticker symbol MC and is a component of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices. Despite being publicly traded, the Arnault family exercises effective control through approximately 48% of voting rights, held partly through the Christian Dior SE holding company. The remaining shares are held by institutional investors and public shareholders.
Who founded LVMH?
LVMH was formed in 1987 through the merger of Moët Hennessy and Louis Vuitton, with Bernard Arnault engineering the transaction and consolidating control as Chairman and CEO. The predecessor companies have much older founding dates: Louis Vuitton's atelier was founded in 1854, Moët and Chandon in 1743, and Hennessy in 1765. Arnault is widely credited as the architect of the modern LVMH conglomerate model.
Where is LVMH headquartered?
LVMH is headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, France. The group's registered office is located at 22 Avenue Montaigne in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, one of the world's most prestigious luxury retail addresses. Manufacturing for the group's fashion and leather goods brands is concentrated primarily in France and Italy, preserving the artisanal heritage that underpins luxury positioning.
How many brands does LVMH own?
LVMH owns more than 75 luxury brands across its five business segments. The group does not disclose an exact count because the definition of a distinct brand versus a product line varies; some sources cite figures between 75 and 80 distinct maisons. The brands span a wide range of luxury categories including fashion, leather goods, champagne, cognac, perfume, cosmetics, watches, fine jewelry, and beauty retail.
Who owns LVMH?
LVMH is a publicly traded company, but the Arnault family exercises effective control through approximately 48% of voting rights. Bernard Arnault and his family hold their stake partly directly and partly through their holding company Agache, which controls Christian Dior SE, which in turn holds a majority economic interest in LVMH. The remaining shares are held by institutional investors and public shareholders. Bernard Arnault serves as Chairman and CEO.
What was LVMH's revenue in 2025?
LVMH reported full-year 2025 revenue of €80.8 billion, down 5% on a reported basis and down 3% on an organic basis from €84.7 billion in 2024. Profit from recurring operations was €17.8 billion, equating to an operating margin of 22%. Group share of net profit was €10.9 billion. Operating free cash flow came to €11.3 billion, up 8% versus 2024. The revenue decline primarily reflected challenging conditions in Asia and currency headwinds; organic growth returned to 1% in the second half of 2025.
Is LVMH involved in any regulatory proceedings?
LVMH has faced general regulatory attention regarding selective distribution practices in Europe and trade policy risk related to Chinese potential tariffs on European cognac and brandy exports, which would materially affect Hennessy. The group disclosed the trade tariff risk in its 2025 investor communications. No major outstanding regulatory fines or court judgments against the group were reported as of March 2026.
Celine operates under LVMH's corporate sustainability framework. LVMH's LIFE 360 (LVMH Initiatives For the Environment) program sets environmental targets across all brands.
Leather Sourcing: Celine sources leather from tanneries assessed by the Leather Working Group, which rates suppliers on water usage, chemical management, and energy consumption. LVMH has set targets for responsible leather sourcing across its fashion houses.
Circular Economy: Celine offers repair and restoration services for leather goods at its workshops. This extends product lifecycle and reduces waste. LVMH's Nona Source initiative also resells deadstock materials from LVMH fashion houses.
Manufacturing: Celine's manufacturing sites in France, Italy, and Spain are subject to LVMH's environmental standards. LVMH has committed to reducing CO2 emissions across its operations and has invested in renewable energy for production facilities.
Supply Chain Standards: LVMH maintains a supplier code of conduct that prohibits forced labor, child labor, and discrimination. The company conducts regular audits of its supply chain partners. Celine's suppliers are required to comply with these standards.
Animal Welfare: LVMH has established animal welfare standards for the use of animal products in its brands' collections. These standards cover leather sourcing and the use of fur, exotic skins, and other animal materials.
Hedi Slimane Departure (2024): Hedi Slimane's departure from Celine was announced in January 2025. Slimane had served as creative director since 2018. His departure was amicable, with LVMH announcing his successor Michael Rider the same day. Some industry observers noted that Slimane's seven-year tenure had been productive but that his creative direction had polarized some longtime Celine customers who preferred the Phoebe Philo era aesthetic.
Supply Chain Labor Scrutiny: Celine, like other luxury brands manufacturing in Italy, has faced scrutiny regarding labor practices in its supply chain. The luxury goods industry in Italy has been the subject of investigations into subcontracting practices and working conditions. LVMH has implemented supplier monitoring programs and third-party audits to address these concerns across its fashion houses.
Counterfeiting: Celine faces ongoing challenges with counterfeit products. The brand, along with LVMH, pursues legal action against counterfeiters and operates authentication services. Counterfeiting is an industry-wide issue for luxury brands.
Animal Welfare Concerns: Celine has faced criticism from animal welfare organizations regarding its use of leather and exotic skins. LVMH has established animal welfare standards in response to such concerns across its portfolio.
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| Brand | Parent Company | Country | Founded | Market Position | Primary Market | Gender Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lvmh | Italy | 1925 | Luxury | Global | Womens | |
| Lvmh | France | 1854 | Premium | Global | All Genders | |
| Tapestry Inc | USA | 1941 | Luxury | Global | Unisex | |
| Lvmh | France | 1952 | Luxury | Global | Unisex | |
| Lvmh | France | 1970 | Premium | Global | Unisex | |
| Pvh Corp | USA | 1968 | Premium | Global | All Genders |
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