Paul Smith
Designer, Paul Smith
The British menswear stalwart made a name for himself with his ‘classics with a twist,’ going on to build a global brand also known for its men's and womenswear, homeware, accessories and fragrances.


Report: China's Septwolves and Fosun Submit Bids for Bally
Chinese apparel manufacturer Fujian Septwolves Industry Co. and conglomerate Fosun International Ltd. are believed to be among the suitors vying for the €600 million luxury leather goods company Bally.

Report: China's Septwolves and Fosun Submit Bids for Bally
Chinese apparel manufacturer Fujian Septwolves Industry Co. and conglomerate Fosun International Ltd. are believed to be among the suitors vying for the €600 million luxury leather goods company Bally.

In the Age of Instagram, Murals Take on New Meaning
The art wall’s allure as a social media-worthy photo op has been embraced by retailers as a marketing opportunity. Does it convert into sales?

In the Age of Instagram, Murals Take on New Meaning
The art wall’s allure as a social media-worthy photo op has been embraced by retailers as a marketing opportunity. Does it convert into sales?

Michael Kors Joins BoF Careers, Over 100 Jobs in New York
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

Michael Kors Joins BoF Careers, Over 100 Jobs in New York
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

Paul Smith's Aquatic Japonisme
The collection was heavy on light summer separates for boys and girls alike.

Paul Smith's Aquatic Japonisme
The collection was heavy on light summer separates for boys and girls alike.

Fashion's Dalliance With Dance
Driven by a combination of personal passion, natural affinity and internet-friendly brand storytelling strategies, fashion designers are falling in love with dance like never before.

Fashion's Dalliance With Dance
Driven by a combination of personal passion, natural affinity and internet-friendly brand storytelling strategies, fashion designers are falling in love with dance like never before.

Natalie Massenet Joins Farfetch as Co-Chairman
Nearly a year and a half after her departure from Net-a-Porter, Natalie Massenet has confirmed she is joining fashion e-commerce platform Farfetch as co-chairman.

Natalie Massenet Joins Farfetch as Co-Chairman
Nearly a year and a half after her departure from Net-a-Porter, Natalie Massenet has confirmed she is joining fashion e-commerce platform Farfetch as co-chairman.

Is Natalie Massenet Joining Farfetch?
The Daily Mail reports that Natalie Massenet is set to join Farfetch — a move that would place her back in the heart of luxury e-commerce.

Is Natalie Massenet Joining Farfetch?
The Daily Mail reports that Natalie Massenet is set to join Farfetch — a move that would place her back in the heart of luxury e-commerce.

Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger: Lessons in Fashion Immediacy
What do Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger’s experiments in ‘see now, buy now’ tell us about how fashion immediacy might evolve in 2017?

Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger: Lessons in Fashion Immediacy
What do Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger’s experiments in ‘see now, buy now’ tell us about how fashion immediacy might evolve in 2017?

Announcing Charlie Brear, Brown Thomas
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

Announcing Charlie Brear, Brown Thomas
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

BoF Exclusive | Farfetch Appoints Chief Strategy Officer, En Route to Eventual IPO
The fashion e-commerce platform has hired Stephanie Phair to keep the company focused on future innovation as it prepares to pass $800 million in gross sales this year.

BoF Exclusive | Farfetch Appoints Chief Strategy Officer, En Route to Eventual IPO
The fashion e-commerce platform has hired Stephanie Phair to keep the company focused on future innovation as it prepares to pass $800 million in gross sales this year.
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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.




