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.
#BoF500 – The New Class: Executives
CEOs, presidents, chairmen and directors operate the firms that make fashion tick. Meet the 18 executives who are new to the #BoF500 this year.
#BoF500 – The New Class: Executives
CEOs, presidents, chairmen and directors operate the firms that make fashion tick. Meet the 18 executives who are new to the #BoF500 this year.
As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion
In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.
As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion
In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.
Wang, Ghesquière and More Support Apple in Patent War
Top fashion designers have signed an amicus brief asking the Supreme Court of the United States to reject Samsung’s appeal in its legal battle with Apple over design patents.
Wang, Ghesquière and More Support Apple in Patent War
Top fashion designers have signed an amicus brief asking the Supreme Court of the United States to reject Samsung’s appeal in its legal battle with Apple over design patents.
This Week on BoF Careers: Julien David, Coach, J.W. Anderson
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
This Week on BoF Careers: Julien David, Coach, J.W. Anderson
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Streamlining Collections, Paul Smith Reveals Own Fashion Calendar Fix
As the nature of his business changes, the British designer will merge his design teams and collapse his many diffusion lines into two collections comprising both men’s and womenswear, with four drops a year.
Streamlining Collections, Paul Smith Reveals Own Fashion Calendar Fix
As the nature of his business changes, the British designer will merge his design teams and collapse his many diffusion lines into two collections comprising both men’s and womenswear, with four drops a year.
Welcome to The New World Order
The fashion system is 'broken' but young designer disruptors and bold megabrands are trying to fix it. BoF hails a new era for fashion in which the current system is turned on its head in a bid to find a new working model.
Welcome to The New World Order
The fashion system is 'broken' but young designer disruptors and bold megabrands are trying to fix it. BoF hails a new era for fashion in which the current system is turned on its head in a bid to find a new working model.
What Does Burberry's New Strategy Mean for Men's Fashion Weeks?
As fashion brands large and small opt to combine their menswear and womenswear collections, is unifying men's and women's fashion weeks the next logical step?
What Does Burberry's New Strategy Mean for Men's Fashion Weeks?
As fashion brands large and small opt to combine their menswear and womenswear collections, is unifying men's and women's fashion weeks the next logical step?
Kate Spade Founders Talk New Accessories Brand
Kate Spade founders Kate Valentine and Andy Spade talk to BoF about their decision to launch new accessories line Frances Valentine, what’s different this time around and the dynamics of a 30-year-long personal and professional partnership.
Kate Spade Founders Talk New Accessories Brand
Kate Spade founders Kate Valentine and Andy Spade talk to BoF about their decision to launch new accessories line Frances Valentine, what’s different this time around and the dynamics of a 30-year-long personal and professional partnership.
BoF’s Latest Print Issue: ‘The New World Order’
BoF is pleased to unveil its latest special print issue, The New World Order, focusing on the ‘broken’ fashion system and the disruptors aiming to fix it, including cover star Demna Gvasalia, the wunderkind designer behind Vetements and artistic director of Balenciaga. The limited-edition issue will be released Feb 8th.
BoF’s Latest Print Issue: ‘The New World Order’
BoF is pleased to unveil its latest special print issue, The New World Order, focusing on the ‘broken’ fashion system and the disruptors aiming to fix it, including cover star Demna Gvasalia, the wunderkind designer behind Vetements and artistic director of Balenciaga. The limited-edition issue will be released Feb 8th.
Witty Sixties
The designer's latest collection was even more on-brand than usual, with a concise, graphic message and a strong 1960s undertone.
Witty Sixties
The designer's latest collection was even more on-brand than usual, with a concise, graphic message and a strong 1960s undertone.
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.
