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The British Fashion Council (BFC) is a not-for-profit organisation based in London that works to promote and support British fashion design globally. It operates the official London Fashion Week schedule and organises the British Fashion Awards.

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News & Analysis

With Fashion Strategy, Can EBay Boost Emerging Designers and Itself?

LONDON, United Kingdom — For all but the most well capitalised young brands, opening physical retail stores is cost-prohibitive. With online sales of

News & Analysis

With Fashion Strategy, Can EBay Boost Emerging Designers and Itself?

LONDON, United Kingdom — For all but the most well capitalised young brands, opening physical retail stores is cost-prohibitive. With online sales of


Financial Markets

6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In

In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.

Financial Markets

6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In

In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.


News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.

News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.


Marketing

Op-Ed | Reshoring Garment Manufacturing is Viable and Scalable

There is a real opportunity to rebuild local manufacturing in a commercially viable and scalable way, argues Janice Wang.

Marketing

Op-Ed | Reshoring Garment Manufacturing is Viable and Scalable

There is a real opportunity to rebuild local manufacturing in a commercially viable and scalable way, argues Janice Wang.


News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Suzy Menkes, Swarovski, Ralph Lauren

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Suzy Menkes, Swarovski, and more.

News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Suzy Menkes, Swarovski, Ralph Lauren

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Suzy Menkes, Swarovski, and more.


News & Analysis

In London, From Emerging Designers to Emerging Businesses?

Will new initiatives like the BFC/GQ Designer Menswear Fund succeed in transforming London from a capital of emerging designers to a capital of emerging businesses? BoF reports.

News & Analysis

In London, From Emerging Designers to Emerging Businesses?

Will new initiatives like the BFC/GQ Designer Menswear Fund succeed in transforming London from a capital of emerging designers to a capital of emerging businesses? BoF reports.


News & Analysis

French Fashion Awards Come of Age

A flurry of activity around France’s leading fashion prizes has resulted in a more complete ecosystem of support for young designers. BoF reports.

News & Analysis

French Fashion Awards Come of Age

A flurry of activity around France’s leading fashion prizes has resulted in a more complete ecosystem of support for young designers. BoF reports.


Workplace & Talent

BCG-BoF Report | The Race For Talent in Fashion and Luxury

The race for top talent will define the next decade for the fashion and luxury industries, says a new study by The Boston Consulting Group and The Business of Fashion.

Workplace & Talent

BCG-BoF Report | The Race For Talent in Fashion and Luxury

The race for top talent will define the next decade for the fashion and luxury industries, says a new study by The Boston Consulting Group and The Business of Fashion.


News & Analysis

In Australia, Talent Amidst Flux

Amidst a challenged and changing Australian fashion landscape, the search for unique designer talent returned some promising positive results, says BoF columnist Susanna Lau.

News & Analysis

In Australia, Talent Amidst Flux

Amidst a challenged and changing Australian fashion landscape, the search for unique designer talent returned some promising positive results, says BoF columnist Susanna Lau.


News & Analysis

Colin's Column | Meeting Mandi Lennard, Fashion Polymath

Colin McDowell sits down with Mandi Lennard, a PR turned brand consultant who has built a unique position for herself at the intersection of emerging culture and London’s fashion scene.

News & Analysis

Colin's Column | Meeting Mandi Lennard, Fashion Polymath

Colin McDowell sits down with Mandi Lennard, a PR turned brand consultant who has built a unique position for herself at the intersection of emerging culture and London’s fashion scene.