What You May Have Missed This Week

LONDON, United Kingdom — This week, Burberry ended the dual-role experiment that made Christopher Bailey both chief creative officer and CEO, and will be handing over the title of chief executive to Céline's Marco Gobbetti in 2017. Coming soon after Brioni's first runway show under Justin O'Shea and the news that Alexander Wang is adding the roles of chief executive and chairman to his list of duties, the move sparked fresh discussion over the ideal way to configure creative leadership at a top fashion brand.

In other news, Hermès has taken a stake in Pierre Hardy, it-girl Alexa Chung is launching her own label and Vetements and Balenciaga uber-stylist Lotta Volkova believes: "There are no subcultures anymore, it's about the remix." Speaking of which, fashion's 'techno-shaman' Nick Knight sat down with Tim Blanks to talk about culture and creativity in a connected world. Read this story and more in our latest print issue.

1. Christopher Bailey Speaks on Burberry Shake-up

Christopher Bailey | Source: Courtesy

Minutes after Burberry announced a top management shake-up, Christopher Bailey spoke to BoF about the changes and his outlook for the brand.

2. At Creative Helm of a Fashion Brand, Which Configuration Works Best?

Illustration: Paul Price for BoF

From brand-makers to dual-role CEO-cum-creative directors, fashion brands are experimenting with a range of creative configurations.

3. Alexa Chung to Launch Own Fashion Brand

Alexa Chung | Photo: Zackery Michael

British television presenter and model Alexa Chung is set to launch a contemporary-priced line that will hit retailers in May 2017, BoF can exclusively report.

4. Nick Knight, Techno-Shaman

Tim Blanks and Nick Knight | Photo: Benjamin McMahon for BoF

Tim Blanks sits down with Nick Knight to talk creativity in a connected world.

5. Lotta Volkova: ‘There Are No Subcultures Anymore. It's About The Remix.’

Lotta Volkova | Source: Courtesy

Courtesy of 032c, BoF brings you a rare, in-depth interview with Lotta Volkova, the uber-stylist of Demna Gvasalia's Vetements and Balenciaga.

6. The Store of the Future

What will the store of the future look like? | Source: Shutterstock

Physical retailers must stage experiences, embrace omnichannel and harness data to meet the needs and desires of today’s constantly connected, time-poor luxury consumers.

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