In January, English designer Kim Jones stepped down as artistic director for menswear at the French fashion house, leading to speculation that Anderson would succeed him.

Taking to instagram on Thursday, Anderson posted a Dior label accompanied by a four-leaf clover to confirm the news.

According to a number of fashion outlets, including British GQ, he is expected to present his debut collection at Paris fashion week in June.

Anderson trained at the London College of Fashion, before beginning his career in Prada’s marketing department.

He launched his own label in 2008, before being appointed as the creative director at Loewe – a Spanish leather goods brand – in 2013.

He has won several high-profile awards, including designer of the year at the 2024 Fashion Awards for the second year in a row.

He is the son of former Ireland rugby captain, Willie Anderson.