Donatella Versace, the visionary who steered the Versace brand through triumph and tragedy, has stepped down as chief creative officer, Versace’s U.S. owner Capri Holdings announced on Thursday, March 13.

Donatella Versace will step away from her role as chief creative officer and move into the position of chief brand ambassador, said Capri Holdings.

After nearly 30 years at the helm of Versace, Donatella Versace has officially stepped down as the brand’s creative director, marking the end of one of fashion’s most defining eras