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Azzedine Alaïa

1939 - 2017

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

Azzedine Alaïa
News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Workplace & Talent

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.

Workplace & Talent

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa

Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.

News & Analysis

Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa

Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.


News & Analysis

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

News & Analysis

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


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Technology

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

Technology

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


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