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Isabel Marant

Designer, Isabel Marant

The native Parisian has cultivated a cult following for her laid back, slouchy-chic aesthetic that now supports a global brand.

Isabel Marant
Global Markets

Spain and Portugal Reboot the Iberian Fashion Market

As Spain and Portugal return to pre-crisis growth and tourism levels, who will be the winners and losers as new global players enter the market?

Global Markets

Spain and Portugal Reboot the Iberian Fashion Market

As Spain and Portugal return to pre-crisis growth and tourism levels, who will be the winners and losers as new global players enter the market?


Retail

Nordstrom, the Last Great American Department Store?

What was once a humble regional chain is now, to some, the great hope of multi-brand shopping in the US. But is Nordstrom’s fun-loving, high-low merchandising strategy enough to withstand the retail apocalypse?

Retail

Nordstrom, the Last Great American Department Store?

What was once a humble regional chain is now, to some, the great hope of multi-brand shopping in the US. But is Nordstrom’s fun-loving, high-low merchandising strategy enough to withstand the retail apocalypse?


Luxury

Mobile Drove Yoox Net-a-Porter’s Record 2017

The fashion e-commerce group crossed 2 billion euros in sales last year, maintaining its position as the undisputed fashion e-commerce leader despite growing competition.

Luxury

Mobile Drove Yoox Net-a-Porter’s Record 2017

The fashion e-commerce group crossed 2 billion euros in sales last year, maintaining its position as the undisputed fashion e-commerce leader despite growing competition.


Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.

Financial Markets

Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion

Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.


News & Analysis

Meet the Unsung Heroes of the World’s Biggest Fashion Houses

Fashion has long perpetuated a single creator myth, but behind every great designer is a team of designers, some of them powerhouses in their own right.

News & Analysis

Meet the Unsung Heroes of the World’s Biggest Fashion Houses

Fashion has long perpetuated a single creator myth, but behind every great designer is a team of designers, some of them powerhouses in their own right.


Fashion Week

In Paris, Fighting for Fashion in an Era of Stuff

Amidst a ‘supermarket of style’, only a handful of designers delivered fashion embedded with real emotion, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

In Paris, Fighting for Fashion in an Era of Stuff

Amidst a ‘supermarket of style’, only a handful of designers delivered fashion embedded with real emotion, reports Angelo Flaccavento.


Fashion Week

At Philosophy, East Meets West

Lorenzo Serafini's collection, which referenced the late Tina Chow, was his best since his installment as creative director.

Fashion Week

At Philosophy, East Meets West

Lorenzo Serafini's collection, which referenced the late Tina Chow, was his best since his installment as creative director.


Luxury

How Ganni Reinvented Scandinavian Style

What began as a niche cashmere line has blossomed into a brand with almost $60 million in annual revenue and plans to take the quintessential Copenhagen girl global.

Luxury

How Ganni Reinvented Scandinavian Style

What began as a niche cashmere line has blossomed into a brand with almost $60 million in annual revenue and plans to take the quintessential Copenhagen girl global.


News & Analysis

Can Isabel Marant Reclaim the Throne of French Girl Cool?

An avalanche of new competitors has threatened the label’s dominance as the ultimate exporter of Parisienne style. Chief executive Sophie Duruflé and deputy CEO Anouck Duranteau-Loeper reveal their defence plan.

News & Analysis

Can Isabel Marant Reclaim the Throne of French Girl Cool?

An avalanche of new competitors has threatened the label’s dominance as the ultimate exporter of Parisienne style. Chief executive Sophie Duruflé and deputy CEO Anouck Duranteau-Loeper reveal their defence plan.


Retail

What's Next for French Contemporary?

The French contemporary wave that gave birth to brands like Sandro, Maje and The Kooples is evolving.

Retail

What's Next for French Contemporary?

The French contemporary wave that gave birth to brands like Sandro, Maje and The Kooples is evolving.


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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.

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