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Karlie Kloss

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Originally famed for her signature runway stomp, sinewy frame and all-American appeal, the supermodel has turned her attention to inspiring young female entrepreneurs.

Karlie Kloss
Global Markets

China’s Rich Kids Get Entrepreneurial

The stereotype of China’s super-rich second generation continues to haunt many so-called “fuerdai,” who are criticised for their lavish lifestyles and vanity projects, but some are eager to disprove the notion they are spoiled slackers.

Global Markets

China’s Rich Kids Get Entrepreneurial

The stereotype of China’s super-rich second generation continues to haunt many so-called “fuerdai,” who are criticised for their lavish lifestyles and vanity projects, but some are eager to disprove the notion they are spoiled slackers.


Workplace & Talent

New Year, New You: Career Advice From Fashion Leaders

BoF asked fashion leaders including Dries Van Noten, Karlie Kloss, Dapper Dan and Natalia Vodianova for their advice on how to make the most of a career in fashion. Watch now.

Workplace & Talent

New Year, New You: Career Advice From Fashion Leaders

BoF asked fashion leaders including Dries Van Noten, Karlie Kloss, Dapper Dan and Natalia Vodianova for their advice on how to make the most of a career in fashion. Watch now.


News & Analysis

VOICES 2017 Challenges Industry to Collaborate and Embrace Inclusivity Revolution

Fashion industry leaders joined economists, scientists, activists, innovators and catalysts from over twenty countries for the 2017 edition of #BoFVOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers. Watch the highlights.

News & Analysis

VOICES 2017 Challenges Industry to Collaborate and Embrace Inclusivity Revolution

Fashion industry leaders joined economists, scientists, activists, innovators and catalysts from over twenty countries for the 2017 edition of #BoFVOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers. Watch the highlights.


News & Analysis

Raf Simons, Donatella Versace and Jonathan Anderson Take Top Honours at Fashion Awards

The celebration returned to Royal Albert Hall on Monday night with Naomi Campbell's emotional tribute to Azzedine Alaïa, as well as a performance by Rita Ora in homage to Fashion Icon recipient Donatella Versace.

News & Analysis

Raf Simons, Donatella Versace and Jonathan Anderson Take Top Honours at Fashion Awards

The celebration returned to Royal Albert Hall on Monday night with Naomi Campbell's emotional tribute to Azzedine Alaïa, as well as a performance by Rita Ora in homage to Fashion Icon recipient Donatella Versace.


News & Analysis

Inside VOICES 2017: 4 Key Themes Shaping Fashion and the Wider World

Global anxiety, the power of cross-industry collaboration, the inclusivity revolution and technology-driven innovation were the top themes at VOICES 2017, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.

News & Analysis

Inside VOICES 2017: 4 Key Themes Shaping Fashion and the Wider World

Global anxiety, the power of cross-industry collaboration, the inclusivity revolution and technology-driven innovation were the top themes at VOICES 2017, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.


Technology

Karlie Kloss on How Coding Empowers Girls

The model and founder of Kode With Klossy tells BoF’s Imran Amed at #BoFVOICES how she discovered programming and its powerful implications for young women. Watch now.

Technology

Karlie Kloss on How Coding Empowers Girls

The model and founder of Kode With Klossy tells BoF’s Imran Amed at #BoFVOICES how she discovered programming and its powerful implications for young women. Watch now.


News & Analysis

Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement

The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.

News & Analysis

Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement

The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.


China

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Struts on Despite Controversy

Despite visa issues, the annual runway show spectacle took place on Monday in Shanghai.

China

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Struts on Despite Controversy

Despite visa issues, the annual runway show spectacle took place on Monday in Shanghai.


News & Analysis

BoF to Launch Salons at VOICES in Partnership With QIC Global Real Estate

Today, BoF and VOICES principal partner QIC Global Real Estate are launching new, intimate salon-style conversations at the annual gathering.

News & Analysis

BoF to Launch Salons at VOICES in Partnership With QIC Global Real Estate

Today, BoF and VOICES principal partner QIC Global Real Estate are launching new, intimate salon-style conversations at the annual gathering.


News & Analysis

Dries Van Noten, Carine Roitfeld, Joe Gebbia and Dynamo to Speak at VOICES 2017

These are the latest globally renowned speakers confirmed to join fashion industry leaders from around the world at the second annual edition of VOICES, from November 29 to December 1 in Oxfordshire, UK.

News & Analysis

Dries Van Noten, Carine Roitfeld, Joe Gebbia and Dynamo to Speak at VOICES 2017

These are the latest globally renowned speakers confirmed to join fashion industry leaders from around the world at the second annual edition of VOICES, from November 29 to December 1 in Oxfordshire, UK.


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