Donatella Versace is stepping down as the chief designer of the Versace brand after nearly three decades. She took over after her brother Gianni's death in 1997. During her tenure, Donatella revitalized the brand and expanded its influence globally.

End of era as Donatella Versace gives up creative reins of Italian brand Donatella Versace is giving up the creative reins of luxury fashion label Versace after nearly three decades, it was announced Thursday,

Donatella Versace has stepped down as creative director of the brand founded by her brother Gianni following "issues" with its new owner owner Capri Holdings.