Alber Elbaz
1961 - 2021
The late designer was one of the most beloved people in fashion, he helmed and reinvigorated Lanvin for 14 years and launched AZ Factory as his last venture.


Whither Lanvin?
The Lanvin collection missed the fragility, drama and optimism that defined the decadent clothes of the departed Alber Elbaz.

Whither Lanvin?
The Lanvin collection missed the fragility, drama and optimism that defined the decadent clothes of the departed Alber Elbaz.

A Mixed Bag
The buzzy designers behind Monse showed both their potential and limitations.

A Mixed Bag
The buzzy designers behind Monse showed both their potential and limitations.

Early in New York, Talent Amidst the Filler
Though New York Fashion Week has a bad rap for championing commercial labels, some designers proved their talent while others stumbled.

Early in New York, Talent Amidst the Filler
Though New York Fashion Week has a bad rap for championing commercial labels, some designers proved their talent while others stumbled.

This Week on BoF Careers: Zoe Communications, Clover Canyon, Zimmermann
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Zoe Communications, Clover Canyon, Zimmermann
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

Narrative and Neorealism
In today’s “société du spectacle,” fashion shows increasingly resemble brutally concise theatre, sampling everything from war to the cult of the derelict.

Narrative and Neorealism
In today’s “société du spectacle,” fashion shows increasingly resemble brutally concise theatre, sampling everything from war to the cult of the derelict.

Rough and Tough
Troubled times at Lanvin yield an appropriately turbulent men's collection from Lucas Ossendrijver.

Rough and Tough
Troubled times at Lanvin yield an appropriately turbulent men's collection from Lucas Ossendrijver.

Renzo Rosso: ‘Galliano, Elbaz and Me’
Colin McDowell talks to the Only The Brave Group president about hiring a fashion exile and what's next for the former Lanvin creative director.

Renzo Rosso: ‘Galliano, Elbaz and Me’
Colin McDowell talks to the Only The Brave Group president about hiring a fashion exile and what's next for the former Lanvin creative director.

The Year in Pictures 2015
From major appointments to travelling shows, these were the standout moments and events that took place in fashion in 2015.

The Year in Pictures 2015
From major appointments to travelling shows, these were the standout moments and events that took place in fashion in 2015.


Petra Flannery, Stylist to the Modern Stars
Known for zipping her clients Emma Stone, Claire Danes and Zoe Saldana into bold and atypical red carpet looks, the Los Angeles-based stylist shares her thoughts on the state of celebrity dressing.

Petra Flannery, Stylist to the Modern Stars
Known for zipping her clients Emma Stone, Claire Danes and Zoe Saldana into bold and atypical red carpet looks, the Los Angeles-based stylist shares her thoughts on the state of celebrity dressing.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.




