Giorgio Armani
1934 - 2025
The venerable Italian designer built a global empire around sleek tailoring and on-brand hospitality.
Francesca Bellettini, Huda Kattan, Adut Akech, Michèle Lamy and Kalpona Akter Are the Latest Speakers for VOICES 2018
The five power women are the latest names to join an exciting and inspirational group of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK later this month.
Francesca Bellettini, Huda Kattan, Adut Akech, Michèle Lamy and Kalpona Akter Are the Latest Speakers for VOICES 2018
The five power women are the latest names to join an exciting and inspirational group of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK later this month.
Armani Will Remain Independent
Despite being approached by various suitors, the Italian fashion house intends to remain an independent player.
Armani Will Remain Independent
Despite being approached by various suitors, the Italian fashion house intends to remain an independent player.
Women Need Work Clothes. These Brands Want to Give Them More Options.
Despite the ‘casualisation’ of office culture, savvy players like MM.LaFleur and Rent the Runway are betting on the market for smart women's workwear.
Women Need Work Clothes. These Brands Want to Give Them More Options.
Despite the ‘casualisation’ of office culture, savvy players like MM.LaFleur and Rent the Runway are betting on the market for smart women's workwear.
Donatella: ‘Versace Is Going to Stay a Luxury Brand’
On the heels of the newly minted Capri Holdings' $2.1 billion acquisition of the Italian house, Donatella Versace, group head John D Idol and chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd talk future strategy.
Donatella: ‘Versace Is Going to Stay a Luxury Brand’
On the heels of the newly minted Capri Holdings' $2.1 billion acquisition of the Italian house, Donatella Versace, group head John D Idol and chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd talk future strategy.
Versace Sale Would Leave Few Global Luxury Brands Up for Grabs
From fashion royalty like Chanel to more niche names like Etro, these are the brands that so far have eluded the reach of financial investors or luxury moguls — and that would transform any portfolio.
Versace Sale Would Leave Few Global Luxury Brands Up for Grabs
From fashion royalty like Chanel to more niche names like Etro, these are the brands that so far have eluded the reach of financial investors or luxury moguls — and that would transform any portfolio.
The Colour of Emotion at Giorgio Armani
The show worked as an antidote to the gigantism of Armani’s Emporio presentation at Linate Airport. Here was something much more internal and delicate, recalling the neurological condition synaesthesia.
The Colour of Emotion at Giorgio Armani
The show worked as an antidote to the gigantism of Armani’s Emporio presentation at Linate Airport. Here was something much more internal and delicate, recalling the neurological condition synaesthesia.
Emporio Armani's Fashion Entertainment
The entertainment level was high and the floaty, deconstructed pieces really stood out, but the label is still missing the sense of cool it radiated in its 90s heyday.
Emporio Armani's Fashion Entertainment
The entertainment level was high and the floaty, deconstructed pieces really stood out, but the label is still missing the sense of cool it radiated in its 90s heyday.
Nike and VF Corp. Succumb to Activewear Everywhere
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike's embrace of athleisure, the "Crazy Rich Asians" premiere, department stores' financial results and back-to-school sales. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Nike and VF Corp. Succumb to Activewear Everywhere
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike's embrace of athleisure, the "Crazy Rich Asians" premiere, department stores' financial results and back-to-school sales. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Why Luxury Retailers Are Making a Play for Housewares
Online retailers like Moda Operandi and MatchesFashion are dipping their toes into the $649 billion homeware space, betting the same customers splurging on dresses and shoes will also buy candles and chairs.
Why Luxury Retailers Are Making a Play for Housewares
Online retailers like Moda Operandi and MatchesFashion are dipping their toes into the $649 billion homeware space, betting the same customers splurging on dresses and shoes will also buy candles and chairs.
At Paris Couture, a Return to Elegance
The haute couture week which closed yesterday was marked by a poignant return to rigour, restraint and dressmaking, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
At Paris Couture, a Return to Elegance
The haute couture week which closed yesterday was marked by a poignant return to rigour, restraint and dressmaking, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
