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John Galliano

Creative Director, Maison Margiela

Following his reign at Dior, John Galliano has reestablished himself in fashion through his work as creative director of Maison Margiela.

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News & Analysis

Fashion’s Long Road to Inclusivity

From charges of cultural appropriation to outright racism, the last year has made clear just how far fashion still has to go to become more inclusive. Now, a perfect storm of identity politics, consumer activism and social media may bring about lasting change.

News & Analysis

Fashion’s Long Road to Inclusivity

From charges of cultural appropriation to outright racism, the last year has made clear just how far fashion still has to go to become more inclusive. Now, a perfect storm of identity politics, consumer activism and social media may bring about lasting change.


Fashion Week

The Verdict on Paris Fashion Week

Sustainability and 70s Parisian chic loomed over a week punctuated by genuine fashion moments at Dries Van Noten, Rick Owens and Balenciaga.

Fashion Week

The Verdict on Paris Fashion Week

Sustainability and 70s Parisian chic loomed over a week punctuated by genuine fashion moments at Dries Van Noten, Rick Owens and Balenciaga.


Fashion Week

Art Meets Science at Off-White

There may be something valedictory for Virgil Abloh’s skeptics in that the laurel wreath of fashion continues to elude him.

Fashion Week

Art Meets Science at Off-White

There may be something valedictory for Virgil Abloh’s skeptics in that the laurel wreath of fashion continues to elude him.


Luxury

Despite the Critics, Maria Grazia Chiuri's Dior Is a Success

Today’s Christian Dior show may again disappoint critics, but lacklustre reviews haven’t slowed momentum at the house, where sales are expected to grow 26 percent this year, according to Morgan Stanley.

Luxury

Despite the Critics, Maria Grazia Chiuri's Dior Is a Success

Today’s Christian Dior show may again disappoint critics, but lacklustre reviews haven’t slowed momentum at the house, where sales are expected to grow 26 percent this year, according to Morgan Stanley.


Fashion Week

A New Seduction at Gucci

Change was definitely on the menu for Alessandro Michele this season, and the subtle shift delivered some interesting repercussions for the brand — sex and elegance — and possibly his most alluring and accessible collection yet.

Fashion Week

A New Seduction at Gucci

Change was definitely on the menu for Alessandro Michele this season, and the subtle shift delivered some interesting repercussions for the brand — sex and elegance — and possibly his most alluring and accessible collection yet.


Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Director of Men’s and Womenswear Buying at Browns

With a buying career that spans Net-a-Porter, Harvey Nichols and now Farfetch-backed Browns, Ida Petersson talks about taking pride in your work, the significance of workplace psychology and what not to do at fashion week.

Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Director of Men’s and Womenswear Buying at Browns

With a buying career that spans Net-a-Porter, Harvey Nichols and now Farfetch-backed Browns, Ida Petersson talks about taking pride in your work, the significance of workplace psychology and what not to do at fashion week.


News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Dana Thomas’ ‘Book of Hope’

The acclaimed fashion journalist discusses "Fashionopolis," a seething indictment of the industry's hugely damaging environmental and social impact that concludes with a glimmer of optimism.

News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Dana Thomas’ ‘Book of Hope’

The acclaimed fashion journalist discusses "Fashionopolis," a seething indictment of the industry's hugely damaging environmental and social impact that concludes with a glimmer of optimism.


Luxury

The Future of Maison Margiela

Can the revered label owned by Renzo Rosso’s OTB build a sustainable business?

Luxury

The Future of Maison Margiela

Can the revered label owned by Renzo Rosso’s OTB build a sustainable business?


Retail

Valérie Hermann Parts Ways With Ralph Lauren

The global brands president is taking time off after more than five years with the American company and will not immediately be replaced.

Retail

Valérie Hermann Parts Ways With Ralph Lauren

The global brands president is taking time off after more than five years with the American company and will not immediately be replaced.


Fashion Week

Maison Margiela: On the Cusp of Revolution?

John Galliano delivered an anarchically beautiful collection born from our new digital decadence.

Fashion Week

Maison Margiela: On the Cusp of Revolution?

John Galliano delivered an anarchically beautiful collection born from our new digital decadence.


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