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.
Virginie Viard’s Chanel Is Taking Shape
So far, it’s the designer’s coquettish and unabashedly Parisian approach that could win her new fans.
Virginie Viard’s Chanel Is Taking Shape
So far, it’s the designer’s coquettish and unabashedly Parisian approach that could win her new fans.
Bottega Veneta Sweeps The Fashion Awards
At the star-studded gala, guests including Donatella Versace, Tom Cruise and Rihanna celebrated fashion’s hottest talents and looked to a more inclusive future.
Bottega Veneta Sweeps The Fashion Awards
At the star-studded gala, guests including Donatella Versace, Tom Cruise and Rihanna celebrated fashion’s hottest talents and looked to a more inclusive future.
Tiffany Under the Microscope
This week, everyone will be talking about Tiffany's last set of earnings as a public company, Dior Men’s in Miami, Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show and The Fashion Awards in London. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Tiffany Under the Microscope
This week, everyone will be talking about Tiffany's last set of earnings as a public company, Dior Men’s in Miami, Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show and The Fashion Awards in London. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Mulberry and Acne Studios, The Unlikely Couple
A surprising partnership between the British heritage handbag maker and one of Sweden’s coolest labels is launching today. BoF investigates why.
Mulberry and Acne Studios, The Unlikely Couple
A surprising partnership between the British heritage handbag maker and one of Sweden’s coolest labels is launching today. BoF investigates why.
There Are Lessons to Learn from Zac Posen
The designer’s enchanting rise and predictable fall are emblematic of what’s wrong with the system.
There Are Lessons to Learn from Zac Posen
The designer’s enchanting rise and predictable fall are emblematic of what’s wrong with the system.
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.
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.
Gamine Incarnations at Chanel
This collection mightn’t have had the elegance of Virginie Viard’s couture, but it did share its restraint. That suggests a strong, stable future.
Gamine Incarnations at Chanel
This collection mightn’t have had the elegance of Virginie Viard’s couture, but it did share its restraint. That suggests a strong, stable future.
How LVMH Plans To Revive Patou
On Wednesday, designer Guillaume Henry will present his first collection for Patou as LVMH aims to breathe new life into the heritage brand, in part by commissioning a documentary film.
How LVMH Plans To Revive Patou
On Wednesday, designer Guillaume Henry will present his first collection for Patou as LVMH aims to breathe new life into the heritage brand, in part by commissioning a documentary film.
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.
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.
A New Humanity at Fendi
Karl Lagerfeld's absence clarified exactly what Fendi means now, and probably in the future, with Silvia Venturini Fendi at the helm. She brought a warmth and good humour that made the show.
A New Humanity at Fendi
Karl Lagerfeld's absence clarified exactly what Fendi means now, and probably in the future, with Silvia Venturini Fendi at the helm. She brought a warmth and good humour that made the show.
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