Olivier Rousteing
Former Creative Director, Balmain
With his Balmain army, the social media savvy designer has overseen global growth and a digital revolution at the historic house.
Olivier Rousteing Brings His Maximalism to Couture at Balmain
It lacked maturity and focus, but Rousteing can make progress. Couture is clearly his thing.
Olivier Rousteing Brings His Maximalism to Couture at Balmain
It lacked maturity and focus, but Rousteing can make progress. Couture is clearly his thing.
Balmain in Black and White
Olivier Rousteing turned down the glitz for a largely monochromatic collection that was coherent, authentic and raised a comment on the hate that can fester in the digital world.
Balmain in Black and White
Olivier Rousteing turned down the glitz for a largely monochromatic collection that was coherent, authentic and raised a comment on the hate that can fester in the digital world.
At Balmain, Does a New Logo Signal New Opportunity?
For the first time in its nearly 80-year history, Balmain is rebranding. But the move is only one element of chief executive Massimo Piombini’s plan to transform the French label from niche player to powerhouse.
At Balmain, Does a New Logo Signal New Opportunity?
For the first time in its nearly 80-year history, Balmain is rebranding. But the move is only one element of chief executive Massimo Piombini’s plan to transform the French label from niche player to powerhouse.
Balmain Brings Egypt to Paris
Olivier Rousteing’s latest collection featured garments imprinted with hieroglyphics and pyramids, but more successful was his playful approach to French classics.
Balmain Brings Egypt to Paris
Olivier Rousteing’s latest collection featured garments imprinted with hieroglyphics and pyramids, but more successful was his playful approach to French classics.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Why Thom Browne Is Worth $500 Million to Zegna
Ermenegildo Zegna Group paid a hefty sum to acquire 85 percent of the American fashion label, but the price tag comes with new opportunities and synergies for the Italian company.
Why Thom Browne Is Worth $500 Million to Zegna
Ermenegildo Zegna Group paid a hefty sum to acquire 85 percent of the American fashion label, but the price tag comes with new opportunities and synergies for the Italian company.
Want a Job as a Fashion Designer?
The role of the designer has changed dramatically over the last decade with new media responsibilities, product streams and technologies to manage. Advance your design career today on BoF Careers.
Want a Job as a Fashion Designer?
The role of the designer has changed dramatically over the last decade with new media responsibilities, product streams and technologies to manage. Advance your design career today on BoF Careers.
Inside Luxury's Personal Shopping Wars
Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion and other e-commerce players are courting the 1 percent with private dinners, personal shoppers and couture.
Inside Luxury's Personal Shopping Wars
Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion and other e-commerce players are courting the 1 percent with private dinners, personal shoppers and couture.
What It's Like to Be a Black Designer in America Right Now
Virgil Abloh’s Louis Vuitton appointment suggests the global fashion industry is becoming more inclusive. But African American designers still face undeniable roadblocks.
What It's Like to Be a Black Designer in America Right Now
Virgil Abloh’s Louis Vuitton appointment suggests the global fashion industry is becoming more inclusive. But African American designers still face undeniable roadblocks.
Balmain's Brotherhood
Olivier Rousteing's overall message was one of inclusion, making for one of his most accomplished shows so far.
Balmain's Brotherhood
Olivier Rousteing's overall message was one of inclusion, making for one of his most accomplished shows so far.
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