Council of Fashion Designers of America
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association that owns and organises the official New York Fashion Week schedule. Founded in 1962 by publicist Eleanor Lambert, the organisation today has a membership of more than 450 designers.
At CFDA Awards, Fashion Entertainment Put to the Test
This year's ceremony honoured Donna Karan and Norma Kamali, as well as BoF's very own Imran Amed.
At CFDA Awards, Fashion Entertainment Put to the Test
This year's ceremony honoured Donna Karan and Norma Kamali, as well as BoF's very own Imran Amed.
Why American Department Stores Are ‘Broken’
Struggling American department stores still place the biggest orders, but increasingly rely on markdowns to drive foot traffic and sales, resulting in a vicious cycle with ramifications across the industry.
Why American Department Stores Are ‘Broken’
Struggling American department stores still place the biggest orders, but increasingly rely on markdowns to drive foot traffic and sales, resulting in a vicious cycle with ramifications across the industry.
Jonathan Saunders Joins Diane Von Furstenberg as Chief Creative Officer
Five months after closing his eponymous label, the Scottish designer has joined Diane Von Furstenberg as chief creative officer.
Jonathan Saunders Joins Diane Von Furstenberg as Chief Creative Officer
Five months after closing his eponymous label, the Scottish designer has joined Diane Von Furstenberg as chief creative officer.
Op-Ed | The Problem With ‘Buy Now’
Consumer-driven ‘buy now’ strategies can damage fashion brands, argues Pascal Morand, executive president of the Fédération Française de la Couture, du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode.
Op-Ed | The Problem With ‘Buy Now’
Consumer-driven ‘buy now’ strategies can damage fashion brands, argues Pascal Morand, executive president of the Fédération Française de la Couture, du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode.
CFDA Awards To Honour Industry Shapers
Alessandro Michele, Donna Karan and BoF's very own Imran Amed are amongst the list of nominees and honorees for this year's edition of the CFDA Awards to be held on June 6th.
CFDA Awards To Honour Industry Shapers
Alessandro Michele, Donna Karan and BoF's very own Imran Amed are amongst the list of nominees and honorees for this year's edition of the CFDA Awards to be held on June 6th.
Teamwork and Transparency at Tadashi Shoji
BoF sits down with Tadashi Shoji to discover how the eponymous founder of the LA brand operates his company under the tenants of teamwork and transparency, and why he believes good ideas can come from anywhere in the business.
Teamwork and Transparency at Tadashi Shoji
BoF sits down with Tadashi Shoji to discover how the eponymous founder of the LA brand operates his company under the tenants of teamwork and transparency, and why he believes good ideas can come from anywhere in the business.
No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report
The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.
No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report
The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.
At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything
It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything
It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.