Karl Lagerfeld
1935 - 2019
He was one of the industry’s truly iconic designers, at the helm of Chanel and Fendi that he helped revitalise, as well as his eponymous brand.
Is Dior Ready for a Revolution?
Christian Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri is known for bringing an activism-tinged approach to the catwalks, but a real revolution is brewing inside the house.
Is Dior Ready for a Revolution?
Christian Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri is known for bringing an activism-tinged approach to the catwalks, but a real revolution is brewing inside the house.
The Lure of Melancholy at Chanel
Marked by an upbeat defiance, one of Karl Lagerfeld’s best collections in recent years was driven by his making peace with the past.
The Lure of Melancholy at Chanel
Marked by an upbeat defiance, one of Karl Lagerfeld’s best collections in recent years was driven by his making peace with the past.
Chloe's Silken Seduction
Natacha Ramsay-Levi infused the house codes with a self-assured loucheness, but the second half of the show wavered.
Chloe's Silken Seduction
Natacha Ramsay-Levi infused the house codes with a self-assured loucheness, but the second half of the show wavered.
LVMH Names Serge Brunschwig as New Chairman and CEO of Fendi
Brunschwig will replace Pietro Beccari, now the chairman and chief executive of Christian Dior Couture.
LVMH Names Serge Brunschwig as New Chairman and CEO of Fendi
Brunschwig will replace Pietro Beccari, now the chairman and chief executive of Christian Dior Couture.
Op-Ed | Logomania? Blame the Hipsters
80s nostalgia? Check. Instagram-friendly? Check. But more than anything, luxury brands have turned to logos to justify their prices in a world where consumers crave banal clothing, argues Liroy Choufan.
Op-Ed | Logomania? Blame the Hipsters
80s nostalgia? Check. Instagram-friendly? Check. But more than anything, luxury brands have turned to logos to justify their prices in a world where consumers crave banal clothing, argues Liroy Choufan.
Should Fashion Brands Bet on Star Designers?
There are advantages to hiring a star designer who knows how to feed the voracious publicity machine, argues Alexandra Shulman.
Should Fashion Brands Bet on Star Designers?
There are advantages to hiring a star designer who knows how to feed the voracious publicity machine, argues Alexandra Shulman.
Chinese Investors Pile Into Global Fashion Businesses
In this month’s China Edit, BoF explores the flurry of activity from Chinese firms investing in the fashion sector.
Chinese Investors Pile Into Global Fashion Businesses
In this month’s China Edit, BoF explores the flurry of activity from Chinese firms investing in the fashion sector.
Can Couture Be Modern?
The Paris Couture week that just closed was a bumpy ride with an uplifting finale, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Can Couture Be Modern?
The Paris Couture week that just closed was a bumpy ride with an uplifting finale, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Chanel Plots a Sweet Escape
Conceived in a post-Macron bliss, Karl Lagerfeld's latest was an airy pastel antidote to the sour ways of the world.
Chanel Plots a Sweet Escape
Conceived in a post-Macron bliss, Karl Lagerfeld's latest was an airy pastel antidote to the sour ways of the world.
Announcing Sies Marjan, Sophia Webster, Marchon Eyewear and Shrimps
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Sies Marjan, Sophia Webster, Marchon Eyewear and Shrimps
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
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