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Christopher Bailey

Former President & Chief Creative Officer, Burberry

With Angela Ahrendts, he transformed a staid British label into a coveted luxury megabrand with a focus on digital innovation.

Christopher Bailey
News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Burberry Executive Shake-up, Stuart Weitzman CEO, BFC Executive Board

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


Retail

Burberry Sales Beat Estimates on Recent Boost in UK Demand

Comparable sales fell 3 percent, beating the 5 percent drop expected by analysts.

Retail

Burberry Sales Beat Estimates on Recent Boost in UK Demand

Comparable sales fell 3 percent, beating the 5 percent drop expected by analysts.


News & Analysis

Christopher Bailey Speaks on Burberry Shake-up

Minutes after Burberry announced a top management shake-up, Christopher Bailey spoke to BoF about the changes and his outlook for the brand.

News & Analysis

Christopher Bailey Speaks on Burberry Shake-up

Minutes after Burberry announced a top management shake-up, Christopher Bailey spoke to BoF about the changes and his outlook for the brand.


News & Analysis

Marco Gobbetti Named CEO at Burberry; Christopher Bailey to Become President

Burberry has appointed Marco Gobbetti chief executive officer. Christopher Bailey will become president and chief creative officer.  

News & Analysis

Marco Gobbetti Named CEO at Burberry; Christopher Bailey to Become President

Burberry has appointed Marco Gobbetti chief executive officer. Christopher Bailey will become president and chief creative officer.  


Financial Markets

Alexander Wang Becomes CEO and Chairman of His Namesake Brand

Alexander Wang is the latest designer to take on a broader business role, becoming chief executive and chairman of his namesake brand.  

Financial Markets

Alexander Wang Becomes CEO and Chairman of His Namesake Brand

Alexander Wang is the latest designer to take on a broader business role, becoming chief executive and chairman of his namesake brand.  


News & Analysis

What You May Have Missed This Week

BoF brings you the top six fashion news and analysis stories of the week.

News & Analysis

What You May Have Missed This Week

BoF brings you the top six fashion news and analysis stories of the week.


News & Analysis

Burberry CEO Gets 75 Percent Pay Cut Amid Struggle for Growth

Christopher Bailey’s remuneration fell to £1.9 million in the year through March from £7.5 million a year earlier.

News & Analysis

Burberry CEO Gets 75 Percent Pay Cut Amid Struggle for Growth

Christopher Bailey’s remuneration fell to £1.9 million in the year through March from £7.5 million a year earlier.


Financial Markets

Burberry Lays Out Savings Plan as Annual Earnings Fall Again

Burberry Group Plc reported a second straight drop in annual earnings and announced plans to save £100 million ($144 million) a year as demand for the UK company’s luxury attire slows from New York to Nanjing.

Financial Markets

Burberry Lays Out Savings Plan as Annual Earnings Fall Again

Burberry Group Plc reported a second straight drop in annual earnings and announced plans to save £100 million ($144 million) a year as demand for the UK company’s luxury attire slows from New York to Nanjing.


News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

As Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ makes clear, the online video stakes are high — and fashion brands have work to do.

News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

As Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ makes clear, the online video stakes are high — and fashion brands have work to do.


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