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.
The Future of Chanel
The world’s most popular luxury megabrand is not for sale, according to its secretive owners. But what if it was? BoF does the analysis.
The Future of Chanel
The world’s most popular luxury megabrand is not for sale, according to its secretive owners. But what if it was? BoF does the analysis.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
The Week Ahead: Chanel Begins to Chart a Post-Lagerfeld Future
This week, everyone will be talking about Chanel's resort show in Paris, how Adidas plans to extend the Yeezy craze and the latest denim spinoff. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Week Ahead: Chanel Begins to Chart a Post-Lagerfeld Future
This week, everyone will be talking about Chanel's resort show in Paris, how Adidas plans to extend the Yeezy craze and the latest denim spinoff. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Karl Lagerfeld-Designed Apartments Aimed at Taiwan's Ultra-Wealthy
A Taipei-based developer is hoping the late Chanel creative director will give them an edge over competitors, appealing to an ageing generation of multimillionaire business owners.
Karl Lagerfeld-Designed Apartments Aimed at Taiwan's Ultra-Wealthy
A Taipei-based developer is hoping the late Chanel creative director will give them an edge over competitors, appealing to an ageing generation of multimillionaire business owners.
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Power Moves | Cosmopolitan Appoints New Editor-In-Chief, Institut Français de la Mode Taps Former President of Condé Nast France
This week, Hearst UK names Farrah Storr’s replacement at Cosmopolitan, while Xavier Romatet is appointed general manager of IFM.
Power Moves | Cosmopolitan Appoints New Editor-In-Chief, Institut Français de la Mode Taps Former President of Condé Nast France
This week, Hearst UK names Farrah Storr’s replacement at Cosmopolitan, while Xavier Romatet is appointed general manager of IFM.
Anna Wintour on Meghan Markle, the 2020 Election and Condé Nast’s New Global CEO
The Condé Nast artistic director and Vogue editor-in-chief spoke with Tina Brown at the Women in the World Summit about the future of the publisher, American politics and her thoughts on the Duchess of Sussex’s style.
Anna Wintour on Meghan Markle, the 2020 Election and Condé Nast’s New Global CEO
The Condé Nast artistic director and Vogue editor-in-chief spoke with Tina Brown at the Women in the World Summit about the future of the publisher, American politics and her thoughts on the Duchess of Sussex’s style.
Announcing Capri Holdings Limited, Jean Patou, Raya and Everpress
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Capri Holdings Limited, Jean Patou, Raya and Everpress
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Power Moves | Vanity Fair France Announces Fashion Director, Browns Makes Changes to Buying Team
This week, Vanity Fair France names Camille Bidault-Waddington as fashion director, while Browns announces several appointments within its buying department.
Power Moves | Vanity Fair France Announces Fashion Director, Browns Makes Changes to Buying Team
This week, Vanity Fair France names Camille Bidault-Waddington as fashion director, while Browns announces several appointments within its buying department.
Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?
Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?
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