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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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Sustainability

Social Goods | Zara's Eco-Friendly Line, Marc Jacobs Dreadlocks, Sports Direct Investigation

This week, Zara launches its first environmentally-friendly fashion line, while Marc Jacobs responds to accusations of cultural appropriation.

Sustainability

Social Goods | Zara's Eco-Friendly Line, Marc Jacobs Dreadlocks, Sports Direct Investigation

This week, Zara launches its first environmentally-friendly fashion line, while Marc Jacobs responds to accusations of cultural appropriation.


Fashion Week

Sharon Wauchob Sets Up in London

The former creative director of Edun has relocated her under-the-radar label from Paris to London as she takes her business to the next stage.

Fashion Week

Sharon Wauchob Sets Up in London

The former creative director of Edun has relocated her under-the-radar label from Paris to London as she takes her business to the next stage.


News & Analysis

As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion

In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.

News & Analysis

As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion

In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.


Fashion Week

Pure, Vital Fashion at Marc Jacobs

One thing that is enduringly wonderful about Marc Jacobs is the way he spins his own youthful obsessions into such convincing, contemporary fashion fantasias.

Fashion Week

Pure, Vital Fashion at Marc Jacobs

One thing that is enduringly wonderful about Marc Jacobs is the way he spins his own youthful obsessions into such convincing, contemporary fashion fantasias.


Retail

The Potential of Pilgrim Retail

New retail developments in Jeddah and Mecca are evidence of the opportunity presented by increasing numbers of pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.

Retail

The Potential of Pilgrim Retail

New retail developments in Jeddah and Mecca are evidence of the opportunity presented by increasing numbers of pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.


Fashion Week

The New Front Row

BoF talks to PR powerhouse KCD to break down the new rules of seating arrangements through the lens of one of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows: Proenza Schouler.

Fashion Week

The New Front Row

BoF talks to PR powerhouse KCD to break down the new rules of seating arrangements through the lens of one of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows: Proenza Schouler.


News & Analysis

Sies Marjan, The Luxury Label That Appeared From Thin Air

Designer Sander Lak, chief executive Joey Laurenti, and financial backer Nancy Marks talk exclusively to BoF about building a new American luxury label from the bottom up.

News & Analysis

Sies Marjan, The Luxury Label That Appeared From Thin Air

Designer Sander Lak, chief executive Joey Laurenti, and financial backer Nancy Marks talk exclusively to BoF about building a new American luxury label from the bottom up.


Retail

Inside the Reinvention of Saks Fifth Avenue

Can the 92-year-old department store win back high-spending shoppers after years of inching downmarket?

Retail

Inside the Reinvention of Saks Fifth Avenue

Can the 92-year-old department store win back high-spending shoppers after years of inching downmarket?


News & Analysis

Sonia Rykiel Dies at 86

French designer Sonia Rykiel has died at the age of 86, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

News & Analysis

Sonia Rykiel Dies at 86

French designer Sonia Rykiel has died at the age of 86, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.


Financial Markets

Coty Declines as Investors Wait for Post-P&G Deal Strategy

Coty Inc. shares fell the most in more than seven weeks after the company posted its second straight net loss and investors wait for more insight about its pending merger with Procter & Gamble Co.’s beauty brands.

Financial Markets

Coty Declines as Investors Wait for Post-P&G Deal Strategy

Coty Inc. shares fell the most in more than seven weeks after the company posted its second straight net loss and investors wait for more insight about its pending merger with Procter & Gamble Co.’s beauty brands.


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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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