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Marc Jacobs

Founder & Designer, Marc Jacobs

The decorated American designer was the first to introduce '90s grunge to the catwalk and grew his namesake brand into a global fashion force.

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Media

Cosmopolitan Wants to be Known for More Than Sex Tips and Unicorns

The Hearst title's new digital director wants to set a fresh tone without sacrificing the viral content that’s made the website a success.

Media

Cosmopolitan Wants to be Known for More Than Sex Tips and Unicorns

The Hearst title's new digital director wants to set a fresh tone without sacrificing the viral content that’s made the website a success.


Fashion Week

Miuccia Prada's Mad World

For Prada's first cruise show in New York, its filter was turned up to the max. The designer proposed new silhouettes and details that moved far away from today’s overwrought trends, providing an urgent, necessary relief from tired fashion.

Fashion Week

Miuccia Prada's Mad World

For Prada's first cruise show in New York, its filter was turned up to the max. The designer proposed new silhouettes and details that moved far away from today’s overwrought trends, providing an urgent, necessary relief from tired fashion.


News & Analysis

Power Moves | Sarah Harris Appointed British Vogue Deputy Editor, Lacoste's Creative Director Exits

This week, Sarah Harris has been named deputy editor of British Vogue, while Felipe Oliveira Baptista steps down as creative director of Lacoste.

News & Analysis

Power Moves | Sarah Harris Appointed British Vogue Deputy Editor, Lacoste's Creative Director Exits

This week, Sarah Harris has been named deputy editor of British Vogue, while Felipe Oliveira Baptista steps down as creative director of Lacoste.


Sustainability

Social Goods | Gucci & Versace Among Least Transparent Brands, Stella McCartney on Sustainability

This week, high-end luxury brands ranked low on the Fashion Transparency Index, while Stella McCartney addresses fashion's sustainability problems.

Sustainability

Social Goods | Gucci & Versace Among Least Transparent Brands, Stella McCartney on Sustainability

This week, high-end luxury brands ranked low on the Fashion Transparency Index, while Stella McCartney addresses fashion's sustainability problems.


News & Analysis

LVMH's Eyewear Venture Looks to Triple Production

A joint venture between LVMH and Marcolin could triple its production of glasses over time as its portfolio of brands expands.

News & Analysis

LVMH's Eyewear Venture Looks to Triple Production

A joint venture between LVMH and Marcolin could triple its production of glasses over time as its portfolio of brands expands.


News & Analysis

Power Moves | Louis Vuitton Hires Francesca Amfitheatrof, Stuart Weitzman's New CEO

This week, Eraldo Poletto is appointed as chief executive of Stuart Weitzman, while Francesca Amfitheatrof joins Louis Vuitton as artistic director of watches and jewellery.

News & Analysis

Power Moves | Louis Vuitton Hires Francesca Amfitheatrof, Stuart Weitzman's New CEO

This week, Eraldo Poletto is appointed as chief executive of Stuart Weitzman, while Francesca Amfitheatrof joins Louis Vuitton as artistic director of watches and jewellery.


News & Analysis

John Targon's Fast Exit Complicates Marc Jacobs Reboot

The Baja East designer was hired to overhaul the lower-priced product, which once accounted for 80 percent of the brand's revenue.

News & Analysis

John Targon's Fast Exit Complicates Marc Jacobs Reboot

The Baja East designer was hired to overhaul the lower-priced product, which once accounted for 80 percent of the brand's revenue.


Media

A Five Point Plan for Condé Nast

In the second quarter of 2018, digital revenue at the legacy publisher is set to match print revenue for the first time, but Condé Nast still has work to do to set itself up for long-term survival — or a sale.

Media

A Five Point Plan for Condé Nast

In the second quarter of 2018, digital revenue at the legacy publisher is set to match print revenue for the first time, but Condé Nast still has work to do to set itself up for long-term survival — or a sale.


News & Analysis

Op-Ed | The Cultural Appropriation Paradox

Globalisation makes cultural appropriation unavoidable, while social media platforms make it undeniable, observes Liroy Choufan.

News & Analysis

Op-Ed | The Cultural Appropriation Paradox

Globalisation makes cultural appropriation unavoidable, while social media platforms make it undeniable, observes Liroy Choufan.


Workplace & Talent

Want to Work With an Emerging Designer?

Working at an emerging design business remains one of the most inspiring career paths in fashion, and the best place to learn the realities of building a fashion business.

Workplace & Talent

Want to Work With an Emerging Designer?

Working at an emerging design business remains one of the most inspiring career paths in fashion, and the best place to learn the realities of building a fashion business.


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.

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