Alessandro Michele
Creative Director, Valentino
The surprise choice for Gucci creative director re-energised the historic house in a matter of months and now he is set to take the helm at Valentino.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
Kering Shares Slide as Gucci's Growth Slows
Shares fell nearly 6 percent after signs of a slowdown at the French conglomerate's cash cow Gucci.
Kering Shares Slide as Gucci's Growth Slows
Shares fell nearly 6 percent after signs of a slowdown at the French conglomerate's cash cow Gucci.
Gucci Growth Flattening and Other Key Takeaways from Kering’s Q1 Results
As the group’s cash cow slows, Balenciaga picks up and Bottega Veneta shows signs of life under new creative direction.
Gucci Growth Flattening and Other Key Takeaways from Kering’s Q1 Results
As the group’s cash cow slows, Balenciaga picks up and Bottega Veneta shows signs of life under new creative direction.
Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Roberto Cavalli: What Went Wrong?
This week, one of Italy’s most famous fashion houses hit a dead end.
Roberto Cavalli: What Went Wrong?
This week, one of Italy’s most famous fashion houses hit a dead end.
Global Brands Have a Design Disconnect with China’s Youth
Shanghai Fashion Week exposed a subtle but unshakable aesthetic gap between local designers and global fashion brands, suggesting that the latter need to do better range planning to satiate demand in China. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.
Global Brands Have a Design Disconnect with China’s Youth
Shanghai Fashion Week exposed a subtle but unshakable aesthetic gap between local designers and global fashion brands, suggesting that the latter need to do better range planning to satiate demand in China. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.
Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?
Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?
Calvin Klein Is Closing Its Ready-to-Wear Business. What Happens Next?
The PVH-owned brand won't replace Raf Simons' 205W39NYC ready-to-wear line. However, 'aspirational' product will be a part of the new strategy, which is still being mapped out.
Calvin Klein Is Closing Its Ready-to-Wear Business. What Happens Next?
The PVH-owned brand won't replace Raf Simons' 205W39NYC ready-to-wear line. However, 'aspirational' product will be a part of the new strategy, which is still being mapped out.
Why Representation at Fashion Week Shouldn't Be a Fad
A “millennial mindset” is taking hold across the luxury market — and across age groups and geographies — changing the purchasing habits of all generations of consumers.
Why Representation at Fashion Week Shouldn't Be a Fad
A “millennial mindset” is taking hold across the luxury market — and across age groups and geographies — changing the purchasing habits of all generations of consumers.
Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers
Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.
Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers
Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.
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.
