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.
Colin's Column | What is the Purpose of LC:M?
Colin McDowell asks, what does London Collections: Men have to offer young men whose style is driven more by music and subcultures like skateboarding than the catwalk?
Colin's Column | What is the Purpose of LC:M?
Colin McDowell asks, what does London Collections: Men have to offer young men whose style is driven more by music and subcultures like skateboarding than the catwalk?
When Heritage Brands Become Accidental Fashion Labels
Over the past decade, heritage brands like Red Wing, Hunter and Barbour have become trendy without trying. But how do companies like these maintain momentum without alienating their core customers or losing their new ones?
When Heritage Brands Become Accidental Fashion Labels
Over the past decade, heritage brands like Red Wing, Hunter and Barbour have become trendy without trying. But how do companies like these maintain momentum without alienating their core customers or losing their new ones?
The Same-Sex Wedding Opportunity
The same-sex wedding market is worth $1.04 billion in the US and $192 million in the UK alone. Why have fashion companies been so slow to tap the opportunity it presents?
The Same-Sex Wedding Opportunity
The same-sex wedding market is worth $1.04 billion in the US and $192 million in the UK alone. Why have fashion companies been so slow to tap the opportunity it presents?
Peter Pilotto Raises First Investment
BoF can exclusively reveal that womenswear label Peter Pilotto has secured investment from MH Luxe and Megha Mittal. BoF sits down with designers Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos to find out how the duo pushed beyond prints to build one of London’s most successful young fashion businesses.
Peter Pilotto Raises First Investment
BoF can exclusively reveal that womenswear label Peter Pilotto has secured investment from MH Luxe and Megha Mittal. BoF sits down with designers Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos to find out how the duo pushed beyond prints to build one of London’s most successful young fashion businesses.
Power Moves | Emilio Pucci, Roberto Cavalli and Paul Smith Appoint New Creative Directors
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Emilio Pucci, Roberto Cavalli and Paul Smith Appoint New Creative Directors
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Pop Quiz | Joan Didion, DSquared2, Menswear Shows
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 Joan Didion, DSquared2, the menswear shows and more.
Pop Quiz | Joan Didion, DSquared2, Menswear Shows
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 Joan Didion, DSquared2, the menswear shows and more.
London Collections: Men Bridges Old and New
At London Collections: Men, Colin McDowell finds consummate, precise and personal menswear, both from stalwart British fashion houses and faces relatively new to the city’s fashion scene.
London Collections: Men Bridges Old and New
At London Collections: Men, Colin McDowell finds consummate, precise and personal menswear, both from stalwart British fashion houses and faces relatively new to the city’s fashion scene.
Role Call | Francois Schweitzer, General Manager and Head of Business Development
There are few sectors of the economy that offer as wide and interesting a range of career opportunities as fashion. In a new series to coincide with
Role Call | Francois Schweitzer, General Manager and Head of Business Development
There are few sectors of the economy that offer as wide and interesting a range of career opportunities as fashion. In a new series to coincide with
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.
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.
Nike and Adidas Get Personal in Battle Over Soccer World Cup
BERLIN, Germany — U.S. sportswear group Nike is banking on its sponsorship of more of the world's best-known soccer stars than Adidas in its battle
Nike and Adidas Get Personal in Battle Over Soccer World Cup
BERLIN, Germany — U.S. sportswear group Nike is banking on its sponsorship of more of the world's best-known soccer stars than Adidas in its battle
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.
