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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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Marketing

Pop. Fizz. Fashion?

Why are soda giants like Coca-Cola and Pepsi targeting fashion?

Marketing

Pop. Fizz. Fashion?

Why are soda giants like Coca-Cola and Pepsi targeting fashion?


News & Analysis

A Closer Look at the $13 Billion Premium Eyewear Market

Kering’s decision to take its eyewear business in house was dubbed an “eyewear revolution,” but what does it mean for the giants that dominate the market?

News & Analysis

A Closer Look at the $13 Billion Premium Eyewear Market

Kering’s decision to take its eyewear business in house was dubbed an “eyewear revolution,” but what does it mean for the giants that dominate the market?


News & Analysis

$400 Yoga Pants Are Just the Beginning

Feeding off the rise of workout gear that can be worn in or out of the gym, activewear labels have become status symbols, much like any other pricey designer clothes.

News & Analysis

$400 Yoga Pants Are Just the Beginning

Feeding off the rise of workout gear that can be worn in or out of the gym, activewear labels have become status symbols, much like any other pricey designer clothes.


News & Analysis

Inside Giorgio Armani’s Fashion Legacy

Does Giorgio Armani have a plan to secure his legacy? Last week, as he celebrated his 40th year in business with a party to open Armani/Silos, a new museum showcasing his vast archive, Mr Armani spoke exclusively to BoF ’s Imran Amed in his only video interview to mark the occasion.

News & Analysis

Inside Giorgio Armani’s Fashion Legacy

Does Giorgio Armani have a plan to secure his legacy? Last week, as he celebrated his 40th year in business with a party to open Armani/Silos, a new museum showcasing his vast archive, Mr Armani spoke exclusively to BoF ’s Imran Amed in his only video interview to mark the occasion.


News & Analysis

Fashion's Old Fogies Create Succession Conundrum

Long-time bosses at Armani, Chanel, Cavalli and LVMH will soon shuffle off the catwalk.

News & Analysis

Fashion's Old Fogies Create Succession Conundrum

Long-time bosses at Armani, Chanel, Cavalli and LVMH will soon shuffle off the catwalk.


Media

Juergen Teller’s Renegade Eye

The super-photographer has stuck to his vision for over 25 years and turned his name into a brand, yet his remarks remain as unflinching and sharp as his eye.

Media

Juergen Teller’s Renegade Eye

The super-photographer has stuck to his vision for over 25 years and turned his name into a brand, yet his remarks remain as unflinching and sharp as his eye.


Beauty

Henkel, Revlon, Coty Reportedly Prepare Bids for P&G beauty brands

Personal care and cosmetics companies Henkel & Co KGaA AG, Revlon Inc and Coty Inc are preparing bids for parts of Procter & Gamble Co's beauty business, according to sources.

Beauty

Henkel, Revlon, Coty Reportedly Prepare Bids for P&G beauty brands

Personal care and cosmetics companies Henkel & Co KGaA AG, Revlon Inc and Coty Inc are preparing bids for parts of Procter & Gamble Co's beauty business, according to sources.


Retail

The Consignment Store That Chooses Old Navy Over Tommy Hilfiger

The largest online consignment store in the U.S. is stockpiling clothes that were never that costly to begin with: ThredUp says some of its most popular brands are H&M, Forever 21, and Old Navy.

Retail

The Consignment Store That Chooses Old Navy Over Tommy Hilfiger

The largest online consignment store in the U.S. is stockpiling clothes that were never that costly to begin with: ThredUp says some of its most popular brands are H&M, Forever 21, and Old Navy.


News & Analysis

The Trouble With Ready-to-Wear

The designer ready-to-wear category faces serious structural problems. Luca Solca, head of luxury goods at Exane BNP Paribas, does the analysis.

News & Analysis

The Trouble With Ready-to-Wear

The designer ready-to-wear category faces serious structural problems. Luca Solca, head of luxury goods at Exane BNP Paribas, does the analysis.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | New CEOs at Mulberry and Anya Hindmarch, Moncler Names COO

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | New CEOs at Mulberry and Anya Hindmarch, Moncler Names COO

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


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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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