Azzedine Alaïa
1939 - 2017
The notoriously press-shy couturier was trained by Christian Dior himself and built his own brand.


Colin's Column | Diane Pernet, the Shaded Lady
Colin McDowell speaks to Diane Pernet, the perennially black-clad former designer and journalist, who was one of the world's first fashion bloggers and a pioneer of fashion film.

Colin's Column | Diane Pernet, the Shaded Lady
Colin McDowell speaks to Diane Pernet, the perennially black-clad former designer and journalist, who was one of the world's first fashion bloggers and a pioneer of fashion film.

The Creative Class | Karim Sadli, Photographer
BoF sits down with photographer Karim Sadli to discuss his personal and professional trajectory, from star literature student growing up in a rough Paris suburb to one of the most in-demand fashion photographers in the world.

The Creative Class | Karim Sadli, Photographer
BoF sits down with photographer Karim Sadli to discuss his personal and professional trajectory, from star literature student growing up in a rough Paris suburb to one of the most in-demand fashion photographers in the world.

The Slow and Steady Ascent of Bouchra Jarrar
Until not too long ago, Bouchra Jarrar’s razor-sharp tailoring was considered one of the best-kept secrets of French fashion. Now her business is gathering steam.

The Slow and Steady Ascent of Bouchra Jarrar
Until not too long ago, Bouchra Jarrar’s razor-sharp tailoring was considered one of the best-kept secrets of French fashion. Now her business is gathering steam.

Commas and All: The Magical Whimsy of Roger Vivier
BoF reviews Virgule etc., the new Roger Vivier exhibit curated by Olivier Saillard, and discovers that, in the right hands, exhibitions by fashion brands don’t have to be a dull, overly promotional affairs.

Commas and All: The Magical Whimsy of Roger Vivier
BoF reviews Virgule etc., the new Roger Vivier exhibit curated by Olivier Saillard, and discovers that, in the right hands, exhibitions by fashion brands don’t have to be a dull, overly promotional affairs.

Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa
Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.

Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa
Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.

Is Fashion Just an Accessory at Richemont?
ZURICH, Switzerland — For luxury-goods maker Richemont, clothing and bags are going out of fashion. While Richemont last week reported a 30 percent

Is Fashion Just an Accessory at Richemont?
ZURICH, Switzerland — For luxury-goods maker Richemont, clothing and bags are going out of fashion. While Richemont last week reported a 30 percent

Right Brain, Left Brain | Making the Most of Hyères
BoF's editor-in-chief reports from the Festival International de Mode et de Photographie à Hyères, where 28-year-old Finnish designer Satu Maaranen won this year's fashion prize.

Right Brain, Left Brain | Making the Most of Hyères
BoF's editor-in-chief reports from the Festival International de Mode et de Photographie à Hyères, where 28-year-old Finnish designer Satu Maaranen won this year's fashion prize.

BoF Exclusive | Nicolas Ghesquière Finally Speaks On Why He Left Balenciaga
After months of silence, Nicolas Ghesquiere has finally spoken out. Today, BoF brings you the global exclusive excerpt of his interview with System magazine where he reveals the circumstances surrounding his abrupt departure from Balenciaga.

BoF Exclusive | Nicolas Ghesquière Finally Speaks On Why He Left Balenciaga
After months of silence, Nicolas Ghesquiere has finally spoken out. Today, BoF brings you the global exclusive excerpt of his interview with System magazine where he reveals the circumstances surrounding his abrupt departure from Balenciaga.

The Return of Sante D’Orazio
A poster-child of the supermodel era, which he helped construct, the career of fashion photographer Sante D’Orazio seemed to burn out prematurely as a result of the excesses and pressures of the times. But with a new show at Christie’s, D’Orazio is staging his comeback and cashing in on some of his iconic images.

The Return of Sante D’Orazio
A poster-child of the supermodel era, which he helped construct, the career of fashion photographer Sante D’Orazio seemed to burn out prematurely as a result of the excesses and pressures of the times. But with a new show at Christie’s, D’Orazio is staging his comeback and cashing in on some of his iconic images.

With a Flurry of Activity, Online Vintage Heats Up
NEW YORK, United States — For nearly 20 years, eBay has been the dominant player in the market for vintage clothing and accessories. Now, a slew of

With a Flurry of Activity, Online Vintage Heats Up
NEW YORK, United States — For nearly 20 years, eBay has been the dominant player in the market for vintage clothing and accessories. Now, a slew of
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.




