Raf Simons
Creative Director, Raf Simons; Co-Creative Director of Prada
The Belgian designer, formerly creative lead at Jil Sander, Dior and most recently Calvin Klein, runs his long-established namesake label.


For American Fashion, A Changing of the Guard
Many of the country’s most influential founder-led fashion brands are navigating their first attempts at succession planning.

For American Fashion, A Changing of the Guard
Many of the country’s most influential founder-led fashion brands are navigating their first attempts at succession planning.

The Independent Boutiques Outfitting America
In a world where many brick-and-mortar stores are struggling, the ability to curate a buy for the quirks of local taste has given some independent retailers rare power.

The Independent Boutiques Outfitting America
In a world where many brick-and-mortar stores are struggling, the ability to curate a buy for the quirks of local taste has given some independent retailers rare power.

Dior Goes West
Christian Dior’s first female creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri and chief executive Sidney Toledano reflect on the state of the storied house as it hosts a ‘Sauvage’-themed Cruise show in the Santa Monica Mountains.

Dior Goes West
Christian Dior’s first female creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri and chief executive Sidney Toledano reflect on the state of the storied house as it hosts a ‘Sauvage’-themed Cruise show in the Santa Monica Mountains.

News Bites | John Elliott Takes Collection to Paris, Prabal Gurung to Show Resort in Berlin
In today's News Bites, John Elliott on the business strategy behind his move to Paris next season, while Prabal Gurung prepares to show Resort in Berlin.

News Bites | John Elliott Takes Collection to Paris, Prabal Gurung to Show Resort in Berlin
In today's News Bites, John Elliott on the business strategy behind his move to Paris next season, while Prabal Gurung prepares to show Resort in Berlin.

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.

Four American Fashion Houses Being Reshaped by Immigrants
That a Belgian, a Canadian-Korean, a Dominican, a Brit and a Scot are breathing new life into America’s most admired fashion brands underscores the country’s status as a nation of immigrants.

Four American Fashion Houses Being Reshaped by Immigrants
That a Belgian, a Canadian-Korean, a Dominican, a Brit and a Scot are breathing new life into America’s most admired fashion brands underscores the country’s status as a nation of immigrants.

Marine Serre's Elegant Sportswear Disruptions
This month, our Spotlight shines on Paris-based Marine Serre, whose work has landed her a design job at Balenciaga and a place in the final round of this year's LVMH Prize.

Marine Serre's Elegant Sportswear Disruptions
This month, our Spotlight shines on Paris-based Marine Serre, whose work has landed her a design job at Balenciaga and a place in the final round of this year's LVMH Prize.

How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?

How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?

Beyond Fashion Month, Support #TiedTogether Around the World
BoF has reached its goal of raising $50,000 for The American Civil Liberties Union and UN Refugee Agency — but our work is not done.

Beyond Fashion Month, Support #TiedTogether Around the World
BoF has reached its goal of raising $50,000 for The American Civil Liberties Union and UN Refugee Agency — but our work is not done.

Can a New Campaign Buoy Style.com?
Style.com is launching a shoppable campaign to better demonstrate its content-commerce proposition and carve out a clear brand identity.

Can a New Campaign Buoy Style.com?
Style.com is launching a shoppable campaign to better demonstrate its content-commerce proposition and carve out a clear brand identity.
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.



