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.


Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.

Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.

Louis Vuitton to Stage Instagram-Friendly ‘Series 3’ Exhibition in London
The French luxury brand aims to expose the creative process behind the Autumn/Winter 2015 collection through an immersive marketing display.

Louis Vuitton to Stage Instagram-Friendly ‘Series 3’ Exhibition in London
The French luxury brand aims to expose the creative process behind the Autumn/Winter 2015 collection through an immersive marketing display.

Peter Philips, Makeup Maestro
BoF talks to Peter Philips, creative and image director of Christian Dior Makeup, about his personal and professional trajectory.

Peter Philips, Makeup Maestro
BoF talks to Peter Philips, creative and image director of Christian Dior Makeup, about his personal and professional trajectory.

Valentino, Dior and a Couture World in Flux
Couture is moving away from the dangers of glorified ready-to-wear and embracing experimentation and invention.

Valentino, Dior and a Couture World in Flux
Couture is moving away from the dangers of glorified ready-to-wear and embracing experimentation and invention.

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.

Power Moves | Abercrombie & Fitch, Jil Sander CEO Steps Down, Bettari Exits Valextra
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

Power Moves | Abercrombie & Fitch, Jil Sander CEO Steps Down, Bettari Exits Valextra
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

Mats Rombaut’s Natural Approach
This month, our Spotlight shines on Belgian designer Mats Rombaut, whose unisex footwear line, made using materials that reflect his vegan lifestyle, has won over key stockists worldwide.

Mats Rombaut’s Natural Approach
This month, our Spotlight shines on Belgian designer Mats Rombaut, whose unisex footwear line, made using materials that reflect his vegan lifestyle, has won over key stockists worldwide.

Fashion for Nepal and BoF's Hiring Plans
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Fashion for Nepal and BoF's Hiring Plans
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Inside Raf Simons' Dior
Three years into his tenure at Christian Dior, Raf Simons has brought new energy and modernity to the venerable French couture brand. In an in-depth video interview on the day of Dior’s Cruise show in Cannes, The Business of Fashion goes inside Raf Simons’ Dior.

Inside Raf Simons' Dior
Three years into his tenure at Christian Dior, Raf Simons has brought new energy and modernity to the venerable French couture brand. In an in-depth video interview on the day of Dior’s Cruise show in Cannes, The Business of Fashion goes inside Raf Simons’ Dior.

The Second Coming of LN-CC
One year after being bought out of bankruptcy by Italian e-commerce provider The Level Group, progressive fashion retailer LN-CC has hit the reboot button.

The Second Coming of LN-CC
One year after being bought out of bankruptcy by Italian e-commerce provider The Level Group, progressive fashion retailer LN-CC has hit the reboot button.
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