Frédéric Arnault is just named the new CEO of Loro Piana, effective March 26. The 29-year-old French businessman was the former CEO of Tag Heuer and LVMH’s entire watch division. 

Frédéric Arnault | Photo from LVMH

Frédéric Arnault at the 60th anniversary of the TAG Heuer Carrera in Beijing | Photo from @fredric.arnault on Instagram

Frédéric, one of LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault’s five children, joins Loro Piana at a good time: the Italian luxury brand, which turned 100 last year, is strategically positioned in the very high-end segment. While some of LVMH’s other brands might be bigger, Loro Piana is a heavyweight in its own right. According to the Wall Street Journal, analysts estimate that it makes about $2.7 billion in revenue, making it the third largest brand after Louis Vuitton and Dior.

Loro Piana gained mainstream popularity after being featured multiple times in the American TV show Succession, which explores the dynamics involved in an influential business family. LVMH is led by a family dynasty of its own, with the 76-year-old Bernard as the patriarch. 

Frédéric Arnault with BLACKPINK’s Lisa, BTS’ V, and Naomi Campbell at Celine’s Cannes Dinner in 2023 | Photo from Celine

Frédéric keeps his personal life private. But to address the elephant in the room, Frédéric first sparked dating rumors with BLACKPINK's Lisa in 2022. The two have been frequently spotted at LVMH soirees, notably the Celine Cannes Dinner in 2023 and the recent TAG Heuer F1 2024 event in Miami. Neither Frédéric nor Lisa had confirmed or denied the dating rumors, but the lingering thought of them dating each other is enough to make us swoon! Definitely fashion's new power couple, if so!

Frédéric Arnault and Lisa at the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Kith launch in Miami on May 3, 2024 | Photo from TAG Heuer