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.


The Spell Hasn't Broken at Gucci
Alessandro Michele's latest collection was a riposte to everyone who wonders when he is going to move on from the outlandishly fabulous signature he’s created for the house. Simple answer: he’s not.

The Spell Hasn't Broken at Gucci
Alessandro Michele's latest collection was a riposte to everyone who wonders when he is going to move on from the outlandishly fabulous signature he’s created for the house. Simple answer: he’s not.

Coco Capitán: Gucci's Young Art Star
The artist-photographer likens Gucci to the Medicis, has nothing against ‘selfies’ and doesn’t identify as a female photographer.

Coco Capitán: Gucci's Young Art Star
The artist-photographer likens Gucci to the Medicis, has nothing against ‘selfies’ and doesn’t identify as a female photographer.

Gucci Launches Dapper Dan Collaboration After Copycat Controversy
After facing fierce criticism for copying a Dapper Dan style for its latest Cruise collection, the Italian luxury brand has launched a collaboration with the Harlem couturier.

Gucci Launches Dapper Dan Collaboration After Copycat Controversy
After facing fierce criticism for copying a Dapper Dan style for its latest Cruise collection, the Italian luxury brand has launched a collaboration with the Harlem couturier.

Tom Ford: What's Next
With his brand on track to hit nearly $2 billion in retail sales in 2017, the designer is on a quest for global dominance. Next up? New York Fashion Week.

Tom Ford: What's Next
With his brand on track to hit nearly $2 billion in retail sales in 2017, the designer is on a quest for global dominance. Next up? New York Fashion Week.

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.

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.

BoF’s Fantasy Fashion Draft Picks
Where should fashion’s cohort of free agent designers land? BoF pairs the industry’s top creative talent with houses in need of a creative jolt.

BoF’s Fantasy Fashion Draft Picks
Where should fashion’s cohort of free agent designers land? BoF pairs the industry’s top creative talent with houses in need of a creative jolt.

Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.

Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.

Fashion’s Hottest Brands and Top Selling Products in Q2
In a new series, BoF and Lyst crunch the numbers to bring you the definitive list of the highest performing fashion brands and products, quarter by quarter.

Fashion’s Hottest Brands and Top Selling Products in Q2
In a new series, BoF and Lyst crunch the numbers to bring you the definitive list of the highest performing fashion brands and products, quarter by quarter.

Announcing Carven, Peter Pilotto and Forty Five Ten
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

Announcing Carven, Peter Pilotto and Forty Five Ten
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

How Long Can Kering’s Blockbuster Success Continue?
The French conglomerate has given rise to commercial juggernauts like Gucci and Saint Laurent, as well as Demna Gvasalia’s white-hot Balenciaga. How long can the momentum last?

How Long Can Kering’s Blockbuster Success Continue?
The French conglomerate has given rise to commercial juggernauts like Gucci and Saint Laurent, as well as Demna Gvasalia’s white-hot Balenciaga. How long can the momentum last?
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.




