Giorgio Armani
1934 - 2025
The venerable Italian designer built a global empire around sleek tailoring and on-brand hospitality.


Stalin Shutdown Survivor’s Owner Brings Luxury to Masses
MOSCOW, Russia — On rainy days, the GUM mall on Moscow's Red Square swarms with tourists. Unfortunately for GUM, the hordes seeking shelter tend to

Stalin Shutdown Survivor’s Owner Brings Luxury to Masses
MOSCOW, Russia — On rainy days, the GUM mall on Moscow's Red Square swarms with tourists. Unfortunately for GUM, the hordes seeking shelter tend to

Ukraine, a Complex Crossroads of New and Old
In the latest instalment of Market GPS, Robb Young examines Ukraine, a market going through a period of major transition.

Ukraine, a Complex Crossroads of New and Old
In the latest instalment of Market GPS, Robb Young examines Ukraine, a market going through a period of major transition.

Making Sense of Burberry's Big News
BoF’s Imran Amed reflects on the surprise news that Christopher Bailey is set to take on the dual title of chief creative and chief executive officer, following the departure of Angela Ahrendts to Apple.

Making Sense of Burberry's Big News
BoF’s Imran Amed reflects on the surprise news that Christopher Bailey is set to take on the dual title of chief creative and chief executive officer, following the departure of Angela Ahrendts to Apple.

Charlotte Tilbury's Transformative Touch
Charlotte Tilbury, a member of the recently launched BoF 500, talks to Robin Mellery-Pratt about her wild childhood on Ibiza, the transformative power of makeup, and her new beauty brand that’s been a lifetime in the making.

Charlotte Tilbury's Transformative Touch
Charlotte Tilbury, a member of the recently launched BoF 500, talks to Robin Mellery-Pratt about her wild childhood on Ibiza, the transformative power of makeup, and her new beauty brand that’s been a lifetime in the making.

The Family Firms Ruling Fashion in the Gulf States
To accompany the launch of the BoF 500, Robb Young examines how an omnipotent cartel of deep-pocketed families have managed to anchor themselves in the lucrative fashion markets of the Gulf States.

The Family Firms Ruling Fashion in the Gulf States
To accompany the launch of the BoF 500, Robb Young examines how an omnipotent cartel of deep-pocketed families have managed to anchor themselves in the lucrative fashion markets of the Gulf States.

Versace Plans to Find Partner Before Year's End, Says CEO
MILAN, Italy — Versace expects to finalise a shortlist for buyers interested in a minority stake in the Italian fashion house by mid-October and

Versace Plans to Find Partner Before Year's End, Says CEO
MILAN, Italy — Versace expects to finalise a shortlist for buyers interested in a minority stake in the Italian fashion house by mid-October and

Week in Review | BoF en Français, Mademoiselle C, Social Feeds For Sale, Rana Plaza, Stella Jean, Nicholas Kirkwood and LVMH
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Week in Review | BoF en Français, Mademoiselle C, Social Feeds For Sale, Rana Plaza, Stella Jean, Nicholas Kirkwood and LVMH
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Fashion's New Stella
With Milan Fashion Week in need of fresh blood, Giorgio Armani has invited emerging Italian designer Stella Jean to present her ethical Spring/Summer 2014 collection at the Teatro Armani, his Via Bergognone show space.

Fashion's New Stella
With Milan Fashion Week in need of fresh blood, Giorgio Armani has invited emerging Italian designer Stella Jean to present her ethical Spring/Summer 2014 collection at the Teatro Armani, his Via Bergognone show space.

Kazakhstan, More than Just a Klondike
In the next instalment of Market GPS, BoF examines Kazakhstan, the undisputed goliath of Central Asia.

Kazakhstan, More than Just a Klondike
In the next instalment of Market GPS, BoF examines Kazakhstan, the undisputed goliath of Central Asia.

Arnault Lets Them Eat Cake Amid Luxury Hospitality Push
PARIS, France — French billionaire Bernard Arnault wants you to spend the night and eat his pastries.

Arnault Lets Them Eat Cake Amid Luxury Hospitality Push
PARIS, France — French billionaire Bernard Arnault wants you to spend the night and eat his pastries.
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.




