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.
From Bankruptcy to Billions: Fashion’s Greatest Second (and Third) Acts
From Chanel to Michael Kors, BoF examines companies that failed hard on the way to global success.
From Bankruptcy to Billions: Fashion’s Greatest Second (and Third) Acts
From Chanel to Michael Kors, BoF examines companies that failed hard on the way to global success.
Gucci Turnaround Buoys Kering
French luxury-goods maker Kering reported first-half earnings that beat analysts’ estimates on rising demand for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, helping it shrug off lower tourism in Europe.
Gucci Turnaround Buoys Kering
French luxury-goods maker Kering reported first-half earnings that beat analysts’ estimates on rising demand for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, helping it shrug off lower tourism in Europe.
How Tibi’s Amy Smilovic Crawled Out of the Contemporary Trap
In a time when contemporary brands are on the wane, the 19-year-old label has managed to more than double its sales through a series of instinctual, pragmatic moves.
How Tibi’s Amy Smilovic Crawled Out of the Contemporary Trap
In a time when contemporary brands are on the wane, the 19-year-old label has managed to more than double its sales through a series of instinctual, pragmatic moves.
At Creative Helm of a Fashion Brand, Which Configuration Works Best?
From brand-makers to dual-role CEO-cum-creative directors, fashion brands are experimenting with a range of creative configurations.
At Creative Helm of a Fashion Brand, Which Configuration Works Best?
From brand-makers to dual-role CEO-cum-creative directors, fashion brands are experimenting with a range of creative configurations.
Valentino Confirms Maria Grazia Chiuri Exit
Valentino has confirmed the departure of Maria Grazia Chiuri, appointing Pierpaolo Piccioli the brand's sole creative director. Chiuri is widely thought to be joining Dior, which is expected to issue a statement soon.
Valentino Confirms Maria Grazia Chiuri Exit
Valentino has confirmed the departure of Maria Grazia Chiuri, appointing Pierpaolo Piccioli the brand's sole creative director. Chiuri is widely thought to be joining Dior, which is expected to issue a statement soon.
Creation, or Just More Product?
Save for exceptions like Gucci, Fendi, Damir Doma and Giorgio Armani, most of the labels showing at Milan men's fashion week ditched creation for product design.
Creation, or Just More Product?
Save for exceptions like Gucci, Fendi, Damir Doma and Giorgio Armani, most of the labels showing at Milan men's fashion week ditched creation for product design.
Gucci's Journeys of the Mind
Alessandro Michele turns armchair travelling into something rich and twisted.
Gucci's Journeys of the Mind
Alessandro Michele turns armchair travelling into something rich and twisted.
New Partners on BoF Careers: Ordre, Accademia Costume e Moda
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
New Partners on BoF Careers: Ordre, Accademia Costume e Moda
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Gucci Ups Ante on Customisation
Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele is expanding the brand's range of 'DIY' products.
Gucci Ups Ante on Customisation
Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele is expanding the brand's range of 'DIY' products.
What Season Is it Anyway?
In New York, the meaning of Resort was more elusive than ever, as a grab-bag of approaches to ‘fashion immediacy’ added chaos to an already disjointed season.
What Season Is it Anyway?
In New York, the meaning of Resort was more elusive than ever, as a grab-bag of approaches to ‘fashion immediacy’ added chaos to an already disjointed season.
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.
