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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.

Alber Elbaz
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The Best of BoF 2014 | People

Next up in our retrospective of the stories that drove the conversation and defined the year in the business of fashion, we highlight some of 2014’s top articles from our People channel.

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The Best of BoF 2014 | People

Next up in our retrospective of the stories that drove the conversation and defined the year in the business of fashion, we highlight some of 2014’s top articles from our People channel.


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Why is Net-a-Porter on the IPO Block?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

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Why is Net-a-Porter on the IPO Block?

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.


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Pop Quiz | Monica Vinader, Farfetch, Alber Elbaz

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 Monica Vinader, Farfetch, Alber Elbaz and more.

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Pop Quiz | Monica Vinader, Farfetch, Alber Elbaz

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 Monica Vinader, Farfetch, Alber Elbaz and more.


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Inside the Mind of Alber Elbaz

PARIS, France — "After working long hours, you get home, you want food that will give you a warm hug and nothing does that better than a pizza or

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Inside the Mind of Alber Elbaz

PARIS, France — "After working long hours, you get home, you want food that will give you a warm hug and nothing does that better than a pizza or


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Loïc Prigent, Documentarian

BoF sits down with Loïc Prigent, fashion’s preeminent documentarian, to talk about his professional trajectory and how he approaches his métier. The Creative Class is supported by CLIO Image, an awards show honouring creative excellence in fashion, beauty and retail.

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Loïc Prigent, Documentarian

BoF sits down with Loïc Prigent, fashion’s preeminent documentarian, to talk about his professional trajectory and how he approaches his métier. The Creative Class is supported by CLIO Image, an awards show honouring creative excellence in fashion, beauty and retail.


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Top 10 Campaigns of the Season

From amongst the multitude of Autumn/Winter advertising campaigns currently hitting fashion glossies, Internet forums and social media platforms around the world, from Facebook to Tumblr to Pinterest, The Business of Fashion picks the Top 10 Campaigns of the Season. Which fashion campaigns struck a chord with you this season?

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Top 10 Campaigns of the Season

From amongst the multitude of Autumn/Winter advertising campaigns currently hitting fashion glossies, Internet forums and social media platforms around the world, from Facebook to Tumblr to Pinterest, The Business of Fashion picks the Top 10 Campaigns of the Season. Which fashion campaigns struck a chord with you this season?


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Pop Quiz | Christopher Bailey, Geoffrey Beene, Floriane de Saint Pierre

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 Christopher Bailey, Geoffrey Beene, and more.

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Pop Quiz | Christopher Bailey, Geoffrey Beene, Floriane de Saint Pierre

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 Christopher Bailey, Geoffrey Beene, and more.


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Geoffrey Beene, Cultured Visionary

Ten years after the American designer’s death, Colin McDowell reflects on the wisdom and enduring influence of the extraordinary Geoffrey Beene.

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Geoffrey Beene, Cultured Visionary

Ten years after the American designer’s death, Colin McDowell reflects on the wisdom and enduring influence of the extraordinary Geoffrey Beene.


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What is Christopher Bailey Really Worth to Burberry?

In his new combined role as chief executive and chief creative officer of Burberry, Christopher Bailey has come under fire from investors for his pay package. But what is he really worth to Burberry, and how can he quell the shareholder revolt?

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What is Christopher Bailey Really Worth to Burberry?

In his new combined role as chief executive and chief creative officer of Burberry, Christopher Bailey has come under fire from investors for his pay package. But what is he really worth to Burberry, and how can he quell the shareholder revolt?


Workplace & Talent

The Creative Class | Nicolas Ouchenir, Calligrapher

Nicolas Ouchenir set up his calligraphy practise eleven years ago in a former Parisian butchery. Today, the charming man of letters creates some of the most coveted invitations in the world for leading fashion and luxury brands.

Workplace & Talent

The Creative Class | Nicolas Ouchenir, Calligrapher

Nicolas Ouchenir set up his calligraphy practise eleven years ago in a former Parisian butchery. Today, the charming man of letters creates some of the most coveted invitations in the world for leading fashion and luxury brands.


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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.

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