There had been much speculation that Jonathan Anderson, renowned for his creative flights of fancy, might take over both Dior's men's and women's collections, which some observers had seen as needing fresh impetus.

A one-sentence statement served as the notice that Mr. Anderson, who reimagined LVMH’s Loewe brand, would lead men’s wear design at Dior.

Jonathan Anderson is now the artistic director of Dior Men, replacing Kim Jones, who stepped down from the position at the beginning of this year. Anderson will present his first collection at Paris Fashion Week in June.