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News & Analysis

The Top 50 Global Fashion Schools in 2016

Amidst a shifting international fashion education landscape, Central Saint Martins tops both the BA and MA rankings in BoF’s second annual ranking of global fashion schools.

News & Analysis

The Top 50 Global Fashion Schools in 2016

Amidst a shifting international fashion education landscape, Central Saint Martins tops both the BA and MA rankings in BoF’s second annual ranking of global fashion schools.


News & Analysis

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects

"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."

News & Analysis

Pierre Bergé's Impact on the Fashion Business: The Industry Reflects

"With Pierre gone, the 20th century's world of fashion has ended."


Luxury

Saint Laurent Co-Founder Pierre Bergé Dies at 86

The life and business partner of Yves Saint Laurent and celebrated art patron has died following a long illness.

Luxury

Saint Laurent Co-Founder Pierre Bergé Dies at 86

The life and business partner of Yves Saint Laurent and celebrated art patron has died following a long illness.


News & Analysis

Why Fashion Can't Forget Its References

BoF speaks to leading fashion educators, who supply creative talent to the likes of Tom Ford, J.W.Anderson and Louis Vuitton, to uncover why the study of history remains imperative for a successful career in fashion.

News & Analysis

Why Fashion Can't Forget Its References

BoF speaks to leading fashion educators, who supply creative talent to the likes of Tom Ford, J.W.Anderson and Louis Vuitton, to uncover why the study of history remains imperative for a successful career in fashion.


Workplace & Talent

Women@Dior: A Mentorship Programme Empowering Young Women

As part of a new media partnership with Christian Dior, BoF takes you inside the Parisian maison to witness the launch of the Women@Dior mentorship programme, which now encompasses 10 global cities and over 200 students.

Workplace & Talent

Women@Dior: A Mentorship Programme Empowering Young Women

As part of a new media partnership with Christian Dior, BoF takes you inside the Parisian maison to witness the launch of the Women@Dior mentorship programme, which now encompasses 10 global cities and over 200 students.


News & Analysis

France at a Crossroads: Fashion Reflects on a Monumental Election

France is choosing between presidential contenders with radically different visions. What’s at stake for the luxury industry? BoF caught up with the French fashion elite at the 32nd Hyères Festival.

News & Analysis

France at a Crossroads: Fashion Reflects on a Monumental Election

France is choosing between presidential contenders with radically different visions. What’s at stake for the luxury industry? BoF caught up with the French fashion elite at the 32nd Hyères Festival.


Luxury

News Bites | How the French Buy Luxury Online, Lauren Hutton for Calvin Klein Underwear

In today's News Bites, Matchesfashion.com and the Institut Français de la Mode debunk the myth that the French are digital laggards, while Lauren Hutton models lingerie at 73.

Luxury

News Bites | How the French Buy Luxury Online, Lauren Hutton for Calvin Klein Underwear

In today's News Bites, Matchesfashion.com and the Institut Français de la Mode debunk the myth that the French are digital laggards, while Lauren Hutton models lingerie at 73.


News & Analysis

Top Fashion Schools in France: A Battle for Innovation

France is seeking to realign its educational institutions and practices with global standards, while serving the technical atelier recruitment needs of Paris.

News & Analysis

Top Fashion Schools in France: A Battle for Innovation

France is seeking to realign its educational institutions and practices with global standards, while serving the technical atelier recruitment needs of Paris.


Marketing

Fashion Feels the Force of Star Wars

Fashion brands and retailers are battling for a share of the $5 billion in product sales that Star Wars: The Force Awakens is projected to generate over the next year.

Marketing

Fashion Feels the Force of Star Wars

Fashion brands and retailers are battling for a share of the $5 billion in product sales that Star Wars: The Force Awakens is projected to generate over the next year.