Since taking over as artistic director in 1997, Donatella Versace has been the creative force behind the Versace empire. Under her leadership, the brand has expanded beyond luxury clothing into accessories, home furnishings, and hotels, establishing itself as a global luxury lifestyle brand. Donatella is the definition of a powerful working woman in the fashion industry. 

As the youngest of the Versace siblings, Donatella shared a deep bond with her brother Gianni, the visionary behind the iconic brand. Gianni moved to Milan in 1972 to begin his career in design, and a year later, Donatella moved to Florence to study to become a teacher. However, she often found herself visiting her older brother, observing and learning from him, soon following in his footsteps for their love of fashion design.