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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.

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Retail

Revealed: Calvin Klein’s Post-Raf Simons Playbook

Five months after Raf Simons’ exit, Chief Marketing Officer Marie Gulin-Merle breaks down her plan for creating a 'halo effect' around Calvin Klein’s jeans and underwear without the help of a high-profile designer.

Retail

Revealed: Calvin Klein’s Post-Raf Simons Playbook

Five months after Raf Simons’ exit, Chief Marketing Officer Marie Gulin-Merle breaks down her plan for creating a 'halo effect' around Calvin Klein’s jeans and underwear without the help of a high-profile designer.


News & Analysis

Stadium Goods Sets Sights on London With Browns Pop-Up

The partnership between is part of a month-long focus on streetwear and sneaker culture, dubbed “Sneaker Beast,” at the retail boutique’s east London store.

News & Analysis

Stadium Goods Sets Sights on London With Browns Pop-Up

The partnership between is part of a month-long focus on streetwear and sneaker culture, dubbed “Sneaker Beast,” at the retail boutique’s east London store.


Luxury

Which Designers Dressed the Most Stars at the Met Gala?

Gucci dominated the Met Gala's pink carpet, generating more buzz on social media than any other brand. But a single look (or in Lady Gaga's case, four looks) was enough to draw attention to some smaller designers.

Luxury

Which Designers Dressed the Most Stars at the Met Gala?

Gucci dominated the Met Gala's pink carpet, generating more buzz on social media than any other brand. But a single look (or in Lady Gaga's case, four looks) was enough to draw attention to some smaller designers.


News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli: What Went Wrong?

This week, one of Italy’s most famous fashion houses hit a dead end.

News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli: What Went Wrong?

This week, one of Italy’s most famous fashion houses hit a dead end.


News & Analysis

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't

The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?

News & Analysis

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't

The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?


Luxury

The Mall Is Making a Comeback. But Will Anyone Actually Shop There?

The new rules for retail are on full display at Hudson Yards. But will fine dining, expensive public art and luxury concept stores be enough to stave off the brick-and-mortar retail apocalypse?

Luxury

The Mall Is Making a Comeback. But Will Anyone Actually Shop There?

The new rules for retail are on full display at Hudson Yards. But will fine dining, expensive public art and luxury concept stores be enough to stave off the brick-and-mortar retail apocalypse?


Media

Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers

Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.

Media

Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers

Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.


Luxury

Will the ‘Frieze Effect’ Work in LA?

Fashion brands and retailers profit handsomely from the Frieze Art Fair in London and New York. BoF goes inside the event’s Los Angeles debut.

Luxury

Will the ‘Frieze Effect’ Work in LA?

Fashion brands and retailers profit handsomely from the Frieze Art Fair in London and New York. BoF goes inside the event’s Los Angeles debut.


Fashion Week

Extreme New Talent Woos New York

New York Fashion Week was the surprising platform for a new wave of fantastical designers, including Edwin Mohney, Tomo Koizumi, Caroline Hu and Puppets and Puppets.

Fashion Week

Extreme New Talent Woos New York

New York Fashion Week was the surprising platform for a new wave of fantastical designers, including Edwin Mohney, Tomo Koizumi, Caroline Hu and Puppets and Puppets.


Fashion Week

Carolina Herrera in the Hothouse

Designer Wes Gordon ignored autumnal conventions, showing bright colours and plenty of florals with impressive gusto.

Fashion Week

Carolina Herrera in the Hothouse

Designer Wes Gordon ignored autumnal conventions, showing bright colours and plenty of florals with impressive gusto.


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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.

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