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Designer, Nicholas Kirkwood

Known for crafting sculptural heels with unusual materials, he has emerged at the forefront of fashion footwear in just a few years.

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News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Versace, Korean Travel Market, Bulgari

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Versace, the Korean travel market, Bulgari and more.

News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Versace, Korean Travel Market, Bulgari

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Versace, the Korean travel market, Bulgari and more.


Retail

Can Post-Crisis Dubai Become the World’s Largest Consumer Fashion Hub?

After London, Dubai is the second most popular place in the world to shop for fashion and luxury goods. Can it become number one? Six years after the devastation of a global recession that saw billions wiped off the value of local real estate, BoF sits down with Mohamed Alabbar, architect of the emirate’s retailing success, to understand his vision for the future.

Retail

Can Post-Crisis Dubai Become the World’s Largest Consumer Fashion Hub?

After London, Dubai is the second most popular place in the world to shop for fashion and luxury goods. Can it become number one? Six years after the devastation of a global recession that saw billions wiped off the value of local real estate, BoF sits down with Mohamed Alabbar, architect of the emirate’s retailing success, to understand his vision for the future.


China

The China Edit | Nicholas Kirkwood, Hermès, Richemont, E-commerce

" Nicholas Kirkwood Launches in Beijing in Next Step of Expansion Plan" ( The Business of Fashion) "British footwear label Nicholas Kirkwood opens

China

The China Edit | Nicholas Kirkwood, Hermès, Richemont, E-commerce

" Nicholas Kirkwood Launches in Beijing in Next Step of Expansion Plan" ( The Business of Fashion) "British footwear label Nicholas Kirkwood opens


News & Analysis

Week in Review | Teen Retailers, Nicholas Kirkwood, Fashion Recognition Apps, Kitsuné, Très Bien

Just in time for some weekend reading, we recap the week on BoF.


Retail

Nicholas Kirkwood Launches in Beijing in Next Step of Expansion Plan

Today, British footwear label Nicholas Kirkwood opens its first own-brand presence in China, in partnership with Beijing department store Shin Kong Place. BoF sat down with the designer and CEO Christopher Suarez to find out how this new ‘jewel in the crown’ fits into a global retail strategy propelled by investment from LVMH.

Retail

Nicholas Kirkwood Launches in Beijing in Next Step of Expansion Plan

Today, British footwear label Nicholas Kirkwood opens its first own-brand presence in China, in partnership with Beijing department store Shin Kong Place. BoF sat down with the designer and CEO Christopher Suarez to find out how this new ‘jewel in the crown’ fits into a global retail strategy propelled by investment from LVMH.


Workplace & Talent

This Week on BoF Careers: Chalhoub Group, KCD, Starworks Group

LONDON, United Kingdom — This week, we welcome Chalhoub Group, one of the Middle East's biggest distributors of fashion and luxury brands, including

Workplace & Talent

This Week on BoF Careers: Chalhoub Group, KCD, Starworks Group

LONDON, United Kingdom — This week, we welcome Chalhoub Group, one of the Middle East's biggest distributors of fashion and luxury brands, including


Retail

Pierre-Yves Roussel, Fashion Alchemist

PARIS, France — Two days after Pierre-Yves Roussel sat down for a lengthy interview at the LVMH headquarters in Paris, his assistant telephones to

Retail

Pierre-Yves Roussel, Fashion Alchemist

PARIS, France — Two days after Pierre-Yves Roussel sat down for a lengthy interview at the LVMH headquarters in Paris, his assistant telephones to


News & Analysis

Week in Review | #BoF500, Young Designer Investment Targets, Hermès, Michael Gordon, Frida Giannini, Goodhood

MILAN, Italy — Earlier this week, an amazing cross-section of the BoF community gathered at the London Edition hotel to celebrate the second annual

News & Analysis

Week in Review | #BoF500, Young Designer Investment Targets, Hermès, Michael Gordon, Frida Giannini, Goodhood

MILAN, Italy — Earlier this week, an amazing cross-section of the BoF community gathered at the London Edition hotel to celebrate the second annual


Financial Markets

6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In

In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.

Financial Markets

6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In

In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.


News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.

News & Analysis

Emerging Talent Kicks Off London Fashion Week Amidst Slowing Growth

Britain's emerging talent kicked off London Fashion Week on Friday, showcasing the city's reputation for innovation, amid fears that growth in the global luxury market is slowing.


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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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