Renzo Rosso
President, OTB
He has assembled a powerful group of companies under OTB, including Diesel, Maison Margiela, Viktor&Rolf and Marni.


Viva Milano! Viva Fashion! Viva Italy!
In Milan, a remarkable show of unity from Italy's fashion industry signals an important step forwards, but as Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi pointed out, the local industry must be open to change and innovation.

Viva Milano! Viva Fashion! Viva Italy!
In Milan, a remarkable show of unity from Italy's fashion industry signals an important step forwards, but as Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi pointed out, the local industry must be open to change and innovation.

Renzo Rosso: ‘Galliano, Elbaz and Me’
Colin McDowell talks to the Only The Brave Group president about hiring a fashion exile and what's next for the former Lanvin creative director.

Renzo Rosso: ‘Galliano, Elbaz and Me’
Colin McDowell talks to the Only The Brave Group president about hiring a fashion exile and what's next for the former Lanvin creative director.

The Secret Deal to Merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox
The untold story of how Compagnie Financière Richemont agreed to merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox behind the back of Natalie Massenet for a valuation much lower than what many believed the business to be worth.

The Secret Deal to Merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox
The untold story of how Compagnie Financière Richemont agreed to merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox behind the back of Natalie Massenet for a valuation much lower than what many believed the business to be worth.

Luxury Sector Terrorised
The Savigny Luxury index (“SLI”) fell victim to current events, dropping almost 3 percent, whilst the MSCI World Index (“MSCI”) rose by nearly 4 percent.

Luxury Sector Terrorised
The Savigny Luxury index (“SLI”) fell victim to current events, dropping almost 3 percent, whilst the MSCI World Index (“MSCI”) rose by nearly 4 percent.

Why Isn’t There an Italian LVMH?
As LVMH, Richemont and Kering enter a period of consolidation, there is no Italian conglomerate to take them on in the fight for ownership of Italy’s brands. Why?

Why Isn’t There an Italian LVMH?
As LVMH, Richemont and Kering enter a period of consolidation, there is no Italian conglomerate to take them on in the fight for ownership of Italy’s brands. Why?

The Business of Fashion Celebrates the #BoF500 2015
On Monday night, fashion’s top players from around the world descended on the London Edition Hotel to celebrate the unveiling of this year's BoF 500 and an accompanying special print edition examining the theme of 'Reinvention.'

The Business of Fashion Celebrates the #BoF500 2015
On Monday night, fashion’s top players from around the world descended on the London Edition Hotel to celebrate the unveiling of this year's BoF 500 and an accompanying special print edition examining the theme of 'Reinvention.'

Power Moves | Rebekka Bay Joins Everlane, John Dixon Exits M&S, New Viktor & Rolf CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

Power Moves | Rebekka Bay Joins Everlane, John Dixon Exits M&S, New Viktor & Rolf CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

How Stüssy Became a $50 Million Global Streetwear Brand Without Selling Out
Growing organically from its surf-inspired roots, the independent label, which turns 35 this year, managed to parlay its heritage into a business that generated $50 million last year, even without the man whose name is on the label.

How Stüssy Became a $50 Million Global Streetwear Brand Without Selling Out
Growing organically from its surf-inspired roots, the independent label, which turns 35 this year, managed to parlay its heritage into a business that generated $50 million last year, even without the man whose name is on the label.

Renzo Rosso Says Rehabilitated Galliano is a "Real Pro"
Renzo Rosso, chairman and main shareholder of Maison Margiela's parent OTB group, said sales were already up 20 percent at the fashion house even though only a few of Galliano's pieces had so far reached the shelves.

Renzo Rosso Says Rehabilitated Galliano is a "Real Pro"
Renzo Rosso, chairman and main shareholder of Maison Margiela's parent OTB group, said sales were already up 20 percent at the fashion house even though only a few of Galliano's pieces had so far reached the shelves.

Luxottica Sets its Sights on Restoring Venice Bridge
Luxottica will pay to restore and maintain the only wooden bridge over Venice's Grand Canal, becoming the latest in a string of private companies to put money into Italy's fragile landmarks.

Luxottica Sets its Sights on Restoring Venice Bridge
Luxottica will pay to restore and maintain the only wooden bridge over Venice's Grand Canal, becoming the latest in a string of private companies to put money into Italy's fragile landmarks.
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.




