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.


Why Asia’s Brightest Stars Struggle to Shine
Fashion weeks in Tokyo, Shanghai and Seoul showcase some of Asia’s most promising fashion talent, but many still lack global visibility.

Why Asia’s Brightest Stars Struggle to Shine
Fashion weeks in Tokyo, Shanghai and Seoul showcase some of Asia’s most promising fashion talent, but many still lack global visibility.

This Week on BoF Careers: Margaret Howell, Margiela, Paul Smith
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Margaret Howell, Margiela, Paul Smith
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Noor Fares, Kristina Fidelskaya, Ace & Tate
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Noor Fares, Kristina Fidelskaya, Ace & Tate
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Norse Projects, Muzungu Sisters, Aesop
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Norse Projects, Muzungu Sisters, Aesop
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

London Designers Blend Creativity with Commerce at Fashion Week
London Fashion Week has sharpened its business focus over the past few years to usher in a new generation of fashion designers who blend creativity with a healthy dose of commerce.

London Designers Blend Creativity with Commerce at Fashion Week
London Fashion Week has sharpened its business focus over the past few years to usher in a new generation of fashion designers who blend creativity with a healthy dose of commerce.

This Week on BoF Careers: Lululemon Athletica, River Island
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Lululemon Athletica, River Island
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

At Paris Menswear, Designers Doing a Hedi
Gripped by the 'lethal' blend of marketing and design as perfected by Slimane's Saint Laurent, Paris was largely devoid of fresh style statements, says Angelo Flaccavento.

At Paris Menswear, Designers Doing a Hedi
Gripped by the 'lethal' blend of marketing and design as perfected by Slimane's Saint Laurent, Paris was largely devoid of fresh style statements, says Angelo Flaccavento.

Can Stationery Brands Smythson, Montblanc and Moleskine Write a New Fashion Chapter?
Luxury stationery brands, eager to position themselves as more than pen and notepad manufacturers, have expanded into fashion accessories. Are they brand-building or driving real business?

Can Stationery Brands Smythson, Montblanc and Moleskine Write a New Fashion Chapter?
Luxury stationery brands, eager to position themselves as more than pen and notepad manufacturers, have expanded into fashion accessories. Are they brand-building or driving real business?

Burberry, JW Anderson and London's New Feminine Mood
Just the right amount of femininity created a new mood at London Collections: Men, writes Colin McDowell.

Burberry, JW Anderson and London's New Feminine Mood
Just the right amount of femininity created a new mood at London Collections: Men, writes Colin McDowell.

This Week on BoF Careers: Liberty, My Beautiful City
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.

This Week on BoF Careers: Liberty, My Beautiful City
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
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.




