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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
China

Behind Zegna’s Big Bet on Film

SHANGHAI, China — The closing event of Shanghai Fashion Week last Wednesday was not your typical runway spectacular. Instead, Italian menswear giant

China

Behind Zegna’s Big Bet on Film

SHANGHAI, China — The closing event of Shanghai Fashion Week last Wednesday was not your typical runway spectacular. Instead, Italian menswear giant


News & Analysis

Super Mario World

LONDON, United Kingdom — Superstar photographer Mario Testino can shoot a close-up of a Brazilian beach boy displaying an erection through the fabric

News & Analysis

Super Mario World

LONDON, United Kingdom — Superstar photographer Mario Testino can shoot a close-up of a Brazilian beach boy displaying an erection through the fabric


Fashion Week

Top 10 Shows of Spring/Summer 2015

In a season where real creativity was forced to fight for space amidst a glut of sameness, BoF brings you our Top 10 Shows of the Season.

Fashion Week

Top 10 Shows of Spring/Summer 2015

In a season where real creativity was forced to fight for space amidst a glut of sameness, BoF brings you our Top 10 Shows of the Season.


Workplace & Talent

The Duo Taking Chloé to ‘Another Level’

PARIS, France — "I decided I want to portray a different type of Chloé girl this season. It's less going to be about the youthful spirit, but a bit

Workplace & Talent

The Duo Taking Chloé to ‘Another Level’

PARIS, France — "I decided I want to portray a different type of Chloé girl this season. It's less going to be about the youthful spirit, but a bit


News & Analysis

Introducing the #BoF500 Newsmakers of 2014

LONDON, United Kingdom — Since the unveiling of the first BoF 500 last September, members of this influential global community have been making

News & Analysis

Introducing the #BoF500 Newsmakers of 2014

LONDON, United Kingdom — Since the unveiling of the first BoF 500 last September, members of this influential global community have been making


News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.

News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.


Beauty

Burberry’s Big-Time Bet on Beauty

Today’s launch of My Burberry, the British fashion brand’s latest fragrance, is just one step in the company’s broader plan to tap the beauty category.

Beauty

Burberry’s Big-Time Bet on Beauty

Today’s launch of My Burberry, the British fashion brand’s latest fragrance, is just one step in the company’s broader plan to tap the beauty category.


News & Analysis

Burberry's Christopher Bailey Sold £5 Million of Shares

Burberry's chief executive and chief creative officer Christopher Bailey has sold £5 million ($8.6 million) worth of company shares, according to a statement.

News & Analysis

Burberry's Christopher Bailey Sold £5 Million of Shares

Burberry's chief executive and chief creative officer Christopher Bailey has sold £5 million ($8.6 million) worth of company shares, according to a statement.


News & Analysis

Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’

Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.

News & Analysis

Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’

Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.



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