Matthieu Blazy
Artistic Director, Chanel
The former Raf Simons and Phoebe Philo deputy has been tapped to lead Chanel into the future.


Chanel Pulls Back on Price Hikes as Sales Fall 4%
The French couture and beauty giant is easing off punchy price increases and investing in new markets including India, Mexico and Canada, CEO Leena Nair and CFO Philippe Blondiaux told BoF, as sales slid for the first time since 2020.

Chanel Pulls Back on Price Hikes as Sales Fall 4%
The French couture and beauty giant is easing off punchy price increases and investing in new markets including India, Mexico and Canada, CEO Leena Nair and CFO Philippe Blondiaux told BoF, as sales slid for the first time since 2020.

Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy
The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.

Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy
The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.

At Bottega Veneta: Blazy Out, Trotter In
Under Matthieu Blazy, the Italian leather goods label was a bright spot in Kering’s portfolio. Louise Trotter, who will leave Carven in late January, is set to replace him.

At Bottega Veneta: Blazy Out, Trotter In
Under Matthieu Blazy, the Italian leather goods label was a bright spot in Kering’s portfolio. Louise Trotter, who will leave Carven in late January, is set to replace him.

WOW = A World of Wonder
Saturday in Milan paraded fashion marvels from Bottega Veneta, Bally and Diesel, writes Tim Blanks.

WOW = A World of Wonder
Saturday in Milan paraded fashion marvels from Bottega Veneta, Bally and Diesel, writes Tim Blanks.

Top 10 Shows of the Season
BoF’s editors pick the best shows of the Autumn/Winter 2024 season.

Top 10 Shows of the Season
BoF’s editors pick the best shows of the Autumn/Winter 2024 season.

Matthieu Blazy’s Creative Alchemy at Bottega Veneta | The BoF Podcast
Bottega Veneta’s creative director Matthieu Blazy shares his creative mind with Tim Blanks at BoF VOICES 2023.

Matthieu Blazy’s Creative Alchemy at Bottega Veneta | The BoF Podcast
Bottega Veneta’s creative director Matthieu Blazy shares his creative mind with Tim Blanks at BoF VOICES 2023.

Why Banal Is Big in Fashion’s Latest Campaigns
Following a year where surrealist stunts were fashion’s biggest marketing trend, voyeuristic campaigns that centre reality — and the often boring moments of the everyday — are gaining steam.

Why Banal Is Big in Fashion’s Latest Campaigns
Following a year where surrealist stunts were fashion’s biggest marketing trend, voyeuristic campaigns that centre reality — and the often boring moments of the everyday — are gaining steam.

Can Artificial Intelligence and Human Craft Peacefully Coexist in Fashion?
Innovation doesn’t have to be the enemy of luxury craftsmanship if it helps, not replaces, human creators. The question is whether a technology like AI will respect those limits as it continues to advance.

Can Artificial Intelligence and Human Craft Peacefully Coexist in Fashion?
Innovation doesn’t have to be the enemy of luxury craftsmanship if it helps, not replaces, human creators. The question is whether a technology like AI will respect those limits as it continues to advance.

Tod’s Appoints Matteo Tamburini as Creative Director
Tamburini, who is joining the brand from Kering’s Bottega Veneta, will show his first collection during the next Milan womenswear week in February.

Tod’s Appoints Matteo Tamburini as Creative Director
Tamburini, who is joining the brand from Kering’s Bottega Veneta, will show his first collection during the next Milan womenswear week in February.

BoF Celebrates VOICES 2023 With Star-Studded Gala
After three days of inspiring talks, guests closed out BoF’s gathering for big thinkers with a black tie gala followed by an intimate performance from Rita Ora — guest starring Billy Porter.

BoF Celebrates VOICES 2023 With Star-Studded Gala
After three days of inspiring talks, guests closed out BoF’s gathering for big thinkers with a black tie gala followed by an intimate performance from Rita Ora — guest starring Billy Porter.
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.




