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Diane von Furstenberg

Designer & Founder, Diane von Furstenberg

The Belgian born American design icon married into the German princely House of Fürstenberghe and is known as the creator of the famous wrap dress.

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Fashion Week

At DVF, Jonathan Saunders Energises a Timeless Template

In Saunders’ capable hands, DVF’s optimism and energy looked more seductive — and timely — than ever.

Fashion Week

At DVF, Jonathan Saunders Energises a Timeless Template

In Saunders’ capable hands, DVF’s optimism and energy looked more seductive — and timely — than ever.


News & Analysis

In Trump’s America, the Price of Speech and Silence

In the face of so-called ‘America First’ policies curbing immigration and free trade, fashion executives are grappling with the implications of taking a public stance — or saying nothing at all.

News & Analysis

In Trump’s America, the Price of Speech and Silence

In the face of so-called ‘America First’ policies curbing immigration and free trade, fashion executives are grappling with the implications of taking a public stance — or saying nothing at all.


News & Analysis

Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban

While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.

News & Analysis

Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban

While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.


News & Analysis

Fashion Reacts Publicly and Privately to Trump’s #Muslimban

Fashion leaders have stayed mostly mum on the president’s executive order blocking immigrants of seven Muslim majority countries from entering the United States, but behind closed doors discussions are taking place.

News & Analysis

Fashion Reacts Publicly and Privately to Trump’s #Muslimban

Fashion leaders have stayed mostly mum on the president’s executive order blocking immigrants of seven Muslim majority countries from entering the United States, but behind closed doors discussions are taking place.


Luxury

Can Complét Pull a Mansur Gavriel?

This month, our spotlight shines on Complét, a Tel Aviv-based accessories brand with global ambitions.

Luxury

Can Complét Pull a Mansur Gavriel?

This month, our spotlight shines on Complét, a Tel Aviv-based accessories brand with global ambitions.


Luxury

The End of Holiday Shopping Season As We Know It?

Amidst disruption on New York’s Fifth Avenue, discounting season has come early this year, but more and more sales are no longer a salve for the deeper problems facing retail.

Luxury

The End of Holiday Shopping Season As We Know It?

Amidst disruption on New York’s Fifth Avenue, discounting season has come early this year, but more and more sales are no longer a salve for the deeper problems facing retail.


News & Analysis

Paolo Riva Resigns as CEO of Diane von Furstenberg

Diane von Furstenberg announced Thursday that chief executive Paolo Riva is resigning form the company, effective immediately.

News & Analysis

Paolo Riva Resigns as CEO of Diane von Furstenberg

Diane von Furstenberg announced Thursday that chief executive Paolo Riva is resigning form the company, effective immediately.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Salvatore Ferragamo Names Men's Design Director, CEO Departs DVF

This week, Guillaume Meilland has joined Salvatore Ferragamo as design director of men's ready-to-wear, and Gap has appointed Teri List-Stoll executive vice president and chief financial officer.

Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Salvatore Ferragamo Names Men's Design Director, CEO Departs DVF

This week, Guillaume Meilland has joined Salvatore Ferragamo as design director of men's ready-to-wear, and Gap has appointed Teri List-Stoll executive vice president and chief financial officer.


News & Analysis

Why Fashion Will Learn to Love Melania Trump

Despite the fashion community's near-unanimous support of Hillary Clinton, it will not be able to ignore that America's future First Lady's style now has a global platform.

News & Analysis

Why Fashion Will Learn to Love Melania Trump

Despite the fashion community's near-unanimous support of Hillary Clinton, it will not be able to ignore that America's future First Lady's style now has a global platform.


News & Analysis

Fashion Industry Reacts to 'Devastating' Trump Victory

Members of the fashion community, from Diane von Furstenberg to Hari Nef, share their immediate reactions to the US presidential election result, with many voicing defiance in the face of uncertainty.

News & Analysis

Fashion Industry Reacts to 'Devastating' Trump Victory

Members of the fashion community, from Diane von Furstenberg to Hari Nef, share their immediate reactions to the US presidential election result, with many voicing defiance in the face of uncertainty.


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