Jil Sander
Founder, Jil Sander
After an eight year period of absence, the minimalist designer returned to the helm of her eponymous label in 2012, before announcing her intent to leave once again due to personal reasons.
6 Lessons From Melanie Ward on Building a Cult Brand
Melanie Ward ushered in a new mood of raw imagery in the 1990s, helping to build some of the era’s most iconic brands, including Helmut Lang and Calvin Klein.
6 Lessons From Melanie Ward on Building a Cult Brand
Melanie Ward ushered in a new mood of raw imagery in the 1990s, helping to build some of the era’s most iconic brands, including Helmut Lang and Calvin Klein.
Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.
Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.
Rei Kawakubo's Hair Magician
Best known for his dramatic hair sculptures for Comme des Garçons, Julien d'Ys was the first to purposefully make hair look dirty, using potions of grease, vodka, clay or powder.
Rei Kawakubo's Hair Magician
Best known for his dramatic hair sculptures for Comme des Garçons, Julien d'Ys was the first to purposefully make hair look dirty, using potions of grease, vodka, clay or powder.
British Vogue Names Edward Enninful Editor-in-Chief
Enninful, the former style director at W Magazine, succeeds Alexandra Shulman, who resigned after 25 years in January.
British Vogue Names Edward Enninful Editor-in-Chief
Enninful, the former style director at W Magazine, succeeds Alexandra Shulman, who resigned after 25 years in January.
How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?
How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?
Karla Otto: 'Communication Is More Important Than It Used to Be'
German PR guru Karla Otto tells Tim Blanks about her early days representing Jean Paul Gaultier and Jil Sander, and the state of fashion communications today.
Karla Otto: 'Communication Is More Important Than It Used to Be'
German PR guru Karla Otto tells Tim Blanks about her early days representing Jean Paul Gaultier and Jil Sander, and the state of fashion communications today.
Are Fast Fashion Disruptors in Danger of Disruption?
The Asian and European fast fashion giants that disrupted American retail are now themselves feeling pressure.
Are Fast Fashion Disruptors in Danger of Disruption?
The Asian and European fast fashion giants that disrupted American retail are now themselves feeling pressure.
Uniqlo Partners with J.W. Anderson
Jonathan Anderson is the latest designer to collaborate with the Japanese apparel giant, following in the footsteps of Jil Sander and Carine Roitfeld.
Uniqlo Partners with J.W. Anderson
Jonathan Anderson is the latest designer to collaborate with the Japanese apparel giant, following in the footsteps of Jil Sander and Carine Roitfeld.
‘See Now, Buy Now’ is Not Dead — But Remains Unproven
Silas Chou’s failed experiment at Thakoon is not the end of ‘see now, buy now,’ but it does underscore the limits of the approach for smaller brands and the sheer scale of investment and effort required to make it work.
‘See Now, Buy Now’ is Not Dead — But Remains Unproven
Silas Chou’s failed experiment at Thakoon is not the end of ‘see now, buy now,’ but it does underscore the limits of the approach for smaller brands and the sheer scale of investment and effort required to make it work.
News Bites | Virgil Abloh to Show at Pitti Uomo, Jil Sander Creative Director Exits and More...
In today's news bites, Virgil Abloh will show his Spring/Summer 2018 menswear collection as a guest designer at Pitti Uomo, while a new tome celebrates the tenure of Martin Margiela at Hermès.
News Bites | Virgil Abloh to Show at Pitti Uomo, Jil Sander Creative Director Exits and More...
In today's news bites, Virgil Abloh will show his Spring/Summer 2018 menswear collection as a guest designer at Pitti Uomo, while a new tome celebrates the tenure of Martin Margiela at Hermès.
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.
