With the effective hand‑over on 1 November, Jiyang Han’s arrival as CFO ushers in a new chapter of global ambition for Lanvin Group.

Shanghai / Milan. In a move that signals a decisive pivot, global luxury fashion house Lanvin Group today welcomes Jiyang Han as Chief Financial Officer, beginning his tenure on the first of November. The appointment, announced earlier this month, comes as the group sharpens its focus on financial discipline, capital markets readiness and a bid to reposition itself across key geographies.

A background shaped for luxury‑markets and global finance
Han arrives from a recently appointed co‑Chief Investment Officer role at Chinese firm Yuyuan Co., Ltd., where he also served as Assistant President starting mid‑2025. Prior to that, he held senior positions in M&A and strategy leadership at 3M Company for the Greater China market, and spent eight years heading Ivory Capital’s investment banking operations in mainland China. Early in his career, Han qualified as a CPA and worked as a senior consultant at Ernst & Young China. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of British Columbia.

Why the timing matters
For Lanvin Group, this leadership change comes at a moment of dual pressure and opportunity. The luxury fashion sector has entered a phase of recalibration—markets in Asia‑Pacific are shifting, consumer behaviour is evolving, and branding that once rode the wave of rapid expansion now requires more sophisticated operational control. By placing a seasoned financier at the heart of its executive team, the group appears to be signalling that it intends to manage growth with enhanced financial oversight, rather than relying purely on creative or retail momentum.

Chairman Zhen Huang commented on the appointment: “We are delighted to welcome Jiyang to Lanvin Group’s executive leadership team. His extensive experience in financial strategy, global M&A and capital markets will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our financial discipline and support the Group’s growth ambitions worldwide. His appointment reflects our continued commitment to building a strong, future‑ready organization.”

Han himself remarked, “I am honoured to join Lanvin Group at such a pivotal moment in its journey. The group’s vision, global brand portfolio, and commitment to sustainable value creation are truly inspiring. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to further enhance our financial capabilities and drive long‑term growth for our shareholders and partners.”

Strategic implications for the luxury business
Several key themes emerge from this appointment:

• Capital‑market readiness: With the group listed on the New York Stock Exchange under ticker “LANV”, appointing a CFO with capital markets and global finance credentials suggests the group may be preparing for a new phase of investor engagement, perhaps including enhanced transparency or expansion of investor relations.
• Global M&A and portfolio optimisation: Han’s M&A background indicates that Lanvin Group may be looking beyond organic growth, potentially exploring bolt‑on acquisitions or asset realignment within its brand portfolio (which includes the names Lanvin, Wolford, Sergio Rossi, St. John and Caruso).
• Financial discipline over fashion flair: The luxury industry increasingly rewards brands that can marry aspiration with efficiency—tight cost controls, razor‑sharp supply‑chain visibility, and margin expansion. The appointment underscores a shift from purely creative repositioning toward operational rigour.
• Broader market confidence: In an environment of headwinds for luxury growth—particularly in key markets such as Greater China—the change of CFO can signal to investors and stakeholders that Lanvin Group is proactively reshaping its risk‑profile.

What lies ahead
For stakeholders—from shareholders to store partners—the question will be how this internal shift translates externally. Key areas to watch:

• Will the group articulate a new medium‑term financial plan, with clear targets on margins, DTC (direct‑to‑consumer) expansion, and brand region growth?
• Will M&A activity or divestments follow, as the group leverages Han’s expertise?
• Will the finance function take on a more strategic role in creative decisions, retail channel mix, inventories and global rollout?
• How will Han adapt to the twin hubs of Shanghai and Milan, bridging East and West in the luxury world?

Conclusion
As of today, on 1 November 2025, Lanvin Group takes a step that is less about fashion runway and more about boardroom runway. The arrival of Jiyang Han as CFO may not grab headlines with glamorous details, but it suggests the group is positioning itself for the next phase: not just growth, but sustainable, disciplined growth. For an industry once defined by aesthetic excess, this signals a noteworthy shift.