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.
Pierre Balmain (1914-1982)
In the ninth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we study Pierre Balmain, the designer who preferred making money to making waves. With the support of Cecil Beaton and Gertrude Stein, the couturier found himself feted on a global stage after just one collection. But a career chasing the custom of foreign royalty and Hollywood's finest at the expense of Parisien society left his legacy in tatters.
Pierre Balmain (1914-1982)
In the ninth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we study Pierre Balmain, the designer who preferred making money to making waves. With the support of Cecil Beaton and Gertrude Stein, the couturier found himself feted on a global stage after just one collection. But a career chasing the custom of foreign royalty and Hollywood's finest at the expense of Parisien society left his legacy in tatters.
Jean Patou (1880-1936)
Chanel’s greatest rival in the battle for the post-World War I customer established the modern ideal of beauty when he hired long-limbed, flat-chested models with short hair from the USA.
Jean Patou (1880-1936)
Chanel’s greatest rival in the battle for the post-World War I customer established the modern ideal of beauty when he hired long-limbed, flat-chested models with short hair from the USA.
Abercrombie to Create Six New Roles in Management Revamp
Struggling teen apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co is creating six new positions as it restructures the management of its Abercrombie brand.
Abercrombie to Create Six New Roles in Management Revamp
Struggling teen apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co is creating six new positions as it restructures the management of its Abercrombie brand.
Op-Ed | Wanted: Arab Brand Ambassadors
The luxury industry faces a catch-22 in the Middle East where brands encounter major obstacles casting Arab celebrities for ad campaigns and magazines.
Op-Ed | Wanted: Arab Brand Ambassadors
The luxury industry faces a catch-22 in the Middle East where brands encounter major obstacles casting Arab celebrities for ad campaigns and magazines.
Why Has Apple Been Poaching Fashion Execs?
Before the launch of Apple’s Watch, the company made a slew of fashion and luxury hires. But the moves at the notoriously secretive Apple are about more than wearable tech.
Why Has Apple Been Poaching Fashion Execs?
Before the launch of Apple’s Watch, the company made a slew of fashion and luxury hires. But the moves at the notoriously secretive Apple are about more than wearable tech.
Woolmark Prize Announces Regional Winners
BoF reveals the regional finalists for the 2015/16 International Woolmark Prize.
Woolmark Prize Announces Regional Winners
BoF reveals the regional finalists for the 2015/16 International Woolmark Prize.
Peter Philips, Makeup Maestro
BoF talks to Peter Philips, creative and image director of Christian Dior Makeup, about his personal and professional trajectory.
Peter Philips, Makeup Maestro
BoF talks to Peter Philips, creative and image director of Christian Dior Makeup, about his personal and professional trajectory.
The Truth Behind Macau’s Luxury Market
With gambling revenues that dwarf those of Las Vegas and non-stop retail expansion, why are there so many mixed messages about China’s gambling mecca?
The Truth Behind Macau’s Luxury Market
With gambling revenues that dwarf those of Las Vegas and non-stop retail expansion, why are there so many mixed messages about China’s gambling mecca?
With Taxi Strike Paralysing Paris Menswear, Does France Fear Innovation?
This week’s Paris taxi strike makes one wonder about the notion of progress in France, one of the most important nodes in the global fashion industry.
With Taxi Strike Paralysing Paris Menswear, Does France Fear Innovation?
This week’s Paris taxi strike makes one wonder about the notion of progress in France, one of the most important nodes in the global fashion industry.
Role Call | Katharine K. Zarrella, Senior Editor
Katharine K. Zarrella, senior editor of V Magazine and VMAN, says you don’t need to start out as an assistant to become an editor.
Role Call | Katharine K. Zarrella, Senior Editor
Katharine K. Zarrella, senior editor of V Magazine and VMAN, says you don’t need to start out as an assistant to become an editor.
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.
