Alessandra Facchinetti
Former Creative Director of Women's Collections, Tod's
After two high-profile exits from other fashion houses, she developed Tod's ready-to-wear line for three years before announcing she would focus on other projects.
An Irreverent Mood
There was an insouciant ease to Alessandra Facchinetti’s mannish girls in leather pants.
An Irreverent Mood
There was an insouciant ease to Alessandra Facchinetti’s mannish girls in leather pants.
In Milan, Irreverence Everywhere
On day three of Milan Fashion Week, there was no short supply of insouciance and irreverence on the runways.
In Milan, Irreverence Everywhere
On day three of Milan Fashion Week, there was no short supply of insouciance and irreverence on the runways.
Tod's Band of Tomboys
In a turning point, Alessandra Facchinetti referenced the iconography of rock n roll rebellion shown on a band of tomboy-ish girls.
Tod's Band of Tomboys
In a turning point, Alessandra Facchinetti referenced the iconography of rock n roll rebellion shown on a band of tomboy-ish girls.
Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.
Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.
Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’
Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.
Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’
Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.
Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?
Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?
Power Moves | American Apparel Ousts Charney, Theyskens Exits Theory, Tod's Names Creative Director
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | American Apparel Ousts Charney, Theyskens Exits Theory, Tod's Names Creative Director
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Stefano Sassi on Valentino's Turnaround
BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Stefano Sassi, chief executive officer of Valentino, to discuss the brand's remarkable revitalisation and return to the forefront of fashion.
Stefano Sassi on Valentino's Turnaround
BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Stefano Sassi, chief executive officer of Valentino, to discuss the brand's remarkable revitalisation and return to the forefront of fashion.
Out of the Bag: The Rise of Accessory Designers
Why do the creative directors of leading luxury fashion brands like Gucci, Valentino and Marc by Marc Jacobs all have a background in accessories design?
Out of the Bag: The Rise of Accessory Designers
Why do the creative directors of leading luxury fashion brands like Gucci, Valentino and Marc by Marc Jacobs all have a background in accessories design?
Best in Show: A Cerebral Exploration of Angular Shapes at Tod's
Straight from Milan, BoF brings you the top show from Friday, 21st February: Tod's.
Best in Show: A Cerebral Exploration of Angular Shapes at Tod's
Straight from Milan, BoF brings you the top show from Friday, 21st February: Tod's.
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