Kim Jones
Former Artistic Director, Dior Men
He revolutionised Louis Vuitton's menswear offering with a streetwear aesthetic, and was tapped by Dior Men to lead the house.


Anarchy and Awards in the UK
This week, everyone will be talking about the UK Parliament's Brexit vote, the British Fashion Council's Fashion Awards and Zara parent Inditex's financial results. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Anarchy and Awards in the UK
This week, everyone will be talking about the UK Parliament's Brexit vote, the British Fashion Council's Fashion Awards and Zara parent Inditex's financial results. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

How I Became… Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia and L’Uomo Vogue
Hired and trained by Franca Sozzani at the height of her creative powers, Alan Prada became a deputy editor-in-chief within seven years of starting at Condé Nast Italy. Now, he shares the advice his iconic mentor gave him at the start of his career — and his own hard-won insights on working in fashion editorial today.

How I Became… Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia and L’Uomo Vogue
Hired and trained by Franca Sozzani at the height of her creative powers, Alan Prada became a deputy editor-in-chief within seven years of starting at Condé Nast Italy. Now, he shares the advice his iconic mentor gave him at the start of his career — and his own hard-won insights on working in fashion editorial today.

The Real Reason Valentino and Dior Men Showed in Japan
Beneath the surface of enthusiasm that fashion creatives harbour for Japan, there is a carefully calculated business rationale for their choice of locale.

The Real Reason Valentino and Dior Men Showed in Japan
Beneath the surface of enthusiasm that fashion creatives harbour for Japan, there is a carefully calculated business rationale for their choice of locale.

Dior and Valentino Head to Japan
This week, everyone will be talking about Dior and Valentino's pre-fall shows in Tokyo, Dolce & Gabbana's worsening crisis and the state of New York Fashion Week's off-calendar experiment. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Dior and Valentino Head to Japan
This week, everyone will be talking about Dior and Valentino's pre-fall shows in Tokyo, Dolce & Gabbana's worsening crisis and the state of New York Fashion Week's off-calendar experiment. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Why Dior Men Is Targeting Tokyo
The French label’s first-ever travelling Pre-Fall menswear show and a pop-up selling a special Summer 2019 capsule collection are set to hit Tokyo next week.

Why Dior Men Is Targeting Tokyo
The French label’s first-ever travelling Pre-Fall menswear show and a pop-up selling a special Summer 2019 capsule collection are set to hit Tokyo next week.

End Clothing: Menswear’s Silent E-Commerce Contender
In a rare interview, the founders of the Newcastle-based shopping destination reveal their plans to reach $350 million in annual revenue by 2020.

End Clothing: Menswear’s Silent E-Commerce Contender
In a rare interview, the founders of the Newcastle-based shopping destination reveal their plans to reach $350 million in annual revenue by 2020.

Game On: Michael Kors Acquires Versace for $2.1 Billion
In the race to build America's first-ever luxury conglomerate, Michael Kors Holdings, now renamed Capri Holdings, has acquired the world-famous Italian fashion house. But does it have what it takes to turn Versace's price tag into profit?

Game On: Michael Kors Acquires Versace for $2.1 Billion
In the race to build America's first-ever luxury conglomerate, Michael Kors Holdings, now renamed Capri Holdings, has acquired the world-famous Italian fashion house. But does it have what it takes to turn Versace's price tag into profit?

Slimane and Tisci Tease New Visions Ahead of Big Debuts
The designers are set to make their respective ready-to-wear debuts at Burberry and Celine this month. But for those following along on social media, the action has already begun.

Slimane and Tisci Tease New Visions Ahead of Big Debuts
The designers are set to make their respective ready-to-wear debuts at Burberry and Celine this month. But for those following along on social media, the action has already begun.

Luxury's Giants Look to Extend Their Winning Streak
This Monday, everyone will be talking about LVMH and Kering's upcoming financial results, the Swiss watch industry's rebound and new documentaries about Alexander McQueen and Kevyn Aucoin. Read our Cheat Sheet.

Luxury's Giants Look to Extend Their Winning Streak
This Monday, everyone will be talking about LVMH and Kering's upcoming financial results, the Swiss watch industry's rebound and new documentaries about Alexander McQueen and Kevyn Aucoin. Read our Cheat Sheet.

Want a Job in Menswear?
Once an afterthought for many fashion brands, menswear now represents 40 percent of the global apparel market — and career opportunities are thriving.

Want a Job in Menswear?
Once an afterthought for many fashion brands, menswear now represents 40 percent of the global apparel market — and career opportunities are thriving.
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.




