Dries Van Noten’s departure from the runway after his final men's show in June left a lasting impression, especially on his fellow designers and the many journalists who have grown to admire and wear his work over the years. Unlike the constant game of designer musical chairs, Van Noten stepping down feels more personal. While other big fashion houses are passed down to new creative directors tasked with reinventing legacies, none are trying to fill the shoes of a living founder.