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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

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​

News & Analysis

With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?

The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.​


Fashion Week

Westminster Graduates to Take the Stage at London Fashion Week

BA fashion design graduates from the university will show on schedule at London Fashion Week in February 2018.

Fashion Week

Westminster Graduates to Take the Stage at London Fashion Week

BA fashion design graduates from the university will show on schedule at London Fashion Week in February 2018.


News & Analysis

Raf Simons, Donatella Versace and Jonathan Anderson Take Top Honours at Fashion Awards

The celebration returned to Royal Albert Hall on Monday night with Naomi Campbell's emotional tribute to Azzedine Alaïa, as well as a performance by Rita Ora in homage to Fashion Icon recipient Donatella Versace.

News & Analysis

Raf Simons, Donatella Versace and Jonathan Anderson Take Top Honours at Fashion Awards

The celebration returned to Royal Albert Hall on Monday night with Naomi Campbell's emotional tribute to Azzedine Alaïa, as well as a performance by Rita Ora in homage to Fashion Icon recipient Donatella Versace.


News & Analysis

Report: LVMH's Céline to Launch E-Commerce

The only LVMH-owned fashion label without its own e-commerce business, Céline will start offering online sales from a new website next week, say sources.

News & Analysis

Report: LVMH's Céline to Launch E-Commerce

The only LVMH-owned fashion label without its own e-commerce business, Céline will start offering online sales from a new website next week, say sources.


News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

From Grace Wales Bonner to Kenzo, this season’s most successful video campaigns shied away from the product-driven narrative, taking a more cinematic approach instead.

News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

From Grace Wales Bonner to Kenzo, this season’s most successful video campaigns shied away from the product-driven narrative, taking a more cinematic approach instead.


News & Analysis

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?

Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.

News & Analysis

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?

Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.


Luxury

Unpacking Burberry’s New Strategy

Chief executive Marco Gobbetti has outlined an ambitious three-pronged plan to elevate the British brand's positioning. Will it work?

Luxury

Unpacking Burberry’s New Strategy

Chief executive Marco Gobbetti has outlined an ambitious three-pronged plan to elevate the British brand's positioning. Will it work?


Financial Markets

Burberry Sales Beat Estimates

The London-based company reported first-half revenue 1.6 percent above the average analyst estimate, giving Gobbetti a boost as he prepares for a future without creative head Christopher Bailey.

Financial Markets

Burberry Sales Beat Estimates

The London-based company reported first-half revenue 1.6 percent above the average analyst estimate, giving Gobbetti a boost as he prepares for a future without creative head Christopher Bailey.


News & Analysis

Luxury Recovery Confirmed

Sector results announcements have confirmed that recovery in the luxury sector is no longer a pipe dream.

News & Analysis

Luxury Recovery Confirmed

Sector results announcements have confirmed that recovery in the luxury sector is no longer a pipe dream.


Luxury

A Five-Point Plan for Burberry

Burberry chief executive Marco Gobbetti is expected to address the company’s strategic direction at interim results on November 9. In a memo from BoF, we outline what we think he should do.

Luxury

A Five-Point Plan for Burberry

Burberry chief executive Marco Gobbetti is expected to address the company’s strategic direction at interim results on November 9. In a memo from BoF, we outline what we think he should do.


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