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.
One Year After Karl, Where Do Chanel and Fendi Go From Here?
Karl Lagerfeld invented the playbook for modern luxury that continues to drive results for the brands he led. However, his longtime collaborators, Virginie Viard and Silvia Venturini Fendi, are making some necessary rewrites.
One Year After Karl, Where Do Chanel and Fendi Go From Here?
Karl Lagerfeld invented the playbook for modern luxury that continues to drive results for the brands he led. However, his longtime collaborators, Virginie Viard and Silvia Venturini Fendi, are making some necessary rewrites.
Chanel Is Doubling Down on Blockbuster Shows, Despite China Setback
The luxury brand has had to rethink ambitious plans to restage its Métiers d’Art show in both London and Beijing this summer following the coronavirus outbreak, but it’s still betting on replica shows to connect with customers.
Chanel Is Doubling Down on Blockbuster Shows, Despite China Setback
The luxury brand has had to rethink ambitious plans to restage its Métiers d’Art show in both London and Beijing this summer following the coronavirus outbreak, but it’s still betting on replica shows to connect with customers.
All Eyes on Prada in Milan
This week, everyone will be talking about Prada rumours in Milan, the one-year anniversary of Karl Lagerfeld's death and a potential sale of Victoria's Secret. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
All Eyes on Prada in Milan
This week, everyone will be talking about Prada rumours in Milan, the one-year anniversary of Karl Lagerfeld's death and a potential sale of Victoria's Secret. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Visual Metaphors at Tory Burch
The designer is reaching for something. Let’s hope she finds it.
Visual Metaphors at Tory Burch
The designer is reaching for something. Let’s hope she finds it.
The BoF Podcast: Caroline de Maigret Rips Up Fashion’s Rulebook
The author and model speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about challenging beauty standards, working with Karl Lagerfeld and her new book ‘Older, But Better, But Older.’
The BoF Podcast: Caroline de Maigret Rips Up Fashion’s Rulebook
The author and model speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about challenging beauty standards, working with Karl Lagerfeld and her new book ‘Older, But Better, But Older.’
Valentino’s Bygone Glamour
The general impression was a stiffness that felt less modern than the sensuous fluidity of the designs with which Pierpaolo Piccioli seduced the world two years ago.
Valentino’s Bygone Glamour
The general impression was a stiffness that felt less modern than the sensuous fluidity of the designs with which Pierpaolo Piccioli seduced the world two years ago.
Turbo-Driven Seduction at Armani
If you needed a collection of clothing that would justify Armani’s continued existence on Planet Fashion, this was it.
Turbo-Driven Seduction at Armani
If you needed a collection of clothing that would justify Armani’s continued existence on Planet Fashion, this was it.
A-Cold-Wall Plots Next Chapter in Milan
As designer Samuel Ross prepares his luxury streetwear brand for its next stage of growth, he’s sharpening and humanizing his approach.
A-Cold-Wall Plots Next Chapter in Milan
As designer Samuel Ross prepares his luxury streetwear brand for its next stage of growth, he’s sharpening and humanizing his approach.
Designers to Watch in 2020
These under-the-radar names have made a big impact playing second-fiddle to some of the industry’s top talents. Who is poised for a starring role?
Designers to Watch in 2020
These under-the-radar names have made a big impact playing second-fiddle to some of the industry’s top talents. Who is poised for a starring role?
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
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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.
