Stefano Sassi
Former Chief Executive, Valentino
He restored profitability and increased growth at the famed Italian brand by streamlining operations and focusing on store retail.
Report: Valentino to List 25 Percent of Company
The Italian fashion house's Qatari owner plans to sell around a quarter of the company in an IPO, which will not take place before the second half of 2018, according to a source close to the matter.
Report: Valentino to List 25 Percent of Company
The Italian fashion house's Qatari owner plans to sell around a quarter of the company in an IPO, which will not take place before the second half of 2018, according to a source close to the matter.
Why Victoria's Secret Is Waning
With its annual fashion show extravaganza, Victoria’s Secret has devised a powerful formula for uniting content and commerce. But its image is increasingly out of sync with consumers in the world's largest markets.
Why Victoria's Secret Is Waning
With its annual fashion show extravaganza, Victoria’s Secret has devised a powerful formula for uniting content and commerce. But its image is increasingly out of sync with consumers in the world's largest markets.
Power Moves | Sebastian Suhl Joins Valentino, Michael Kors Names CBO
This week, Valentino taps Marc Jacobs CEO Sebastian Suhl for the role of managing director of global markets, while Michael Kors names Francesca Leoni as chief brand officer.
Power Moves | Sebastian Suhl Joins Valentino, Michael Kors Names CBO
This week, Valentino taps Marc Jacobs CEO Sebastian Suhl for the role of managing director of global markets, while Michael Kors names Francesca Leoni as chief brand officer.
In Paris, a Global Platform for a Fashion Industry in Extreme Flux
Buoyed by inbound talent and newfound economic confidence, Paris is emerging as the centre stage of an increasingly fragmented industry.
In Paris, a Global Platform for a Fashion Industry in Extreme Flux
Buoyed by inbound talent and newfound economic confidence, Paris is emerging as the centre stage of an increasingly fragmented industry.
‘See Now, Buy Now’ is Not Dead — But Remains Unproven
Silas Chou’s failed experiment at Thakoon is not the end of ‘see now, buy now,’ but it does underscore the limits of the approach for smaller brands and the sheer scale of investment and effort required to make it work.
‘See Now, Buy Now’ is Not Dead — But Remains Unproven
Silas Chou’s failed experiment at Thakoon is not the end of ‘see now, buy now,’ but it does underscore the limits of the approach for smaller brands and the sheer scale of investment and effort required to make it work.
What You May Have Missed
BoF brings you the top seven fashion news and analysis stories of the week.
What You May Have Missed
BoF brings you the top seven fashion news and analysis stories of the week.
Expect Experimental Evolution, Not Revolution, at Valentino
In their first-ever joint interview, creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli and chief executive Stefano Sassi speak to Imran Amed about their strategy for Valentino as the brand scales beyond €1 billion in annual revenue and stages its first Pre-Fall show in New York.
Expect Experimental Evolution, Not Revolution, at Valentino
In their first-ever joint interview, creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli and chief executive Stefano Sassi speak to Imran Amed about their strategy for Valentino as the brand scales beyond €1 billion in annual revenue and stages its first Pre-Fall show in New York.
British Fashion Council Announces Nominees for The Fashion Awards 2016
Jonathan Anderson, Alessandro Michele and Christopher Kane have all been nominated in multiple categories for The Fashion Awards 2016.
British Fashion Council Announces Nominees for The Fashion Awards 2016
Jonathan Anderson, Alessandro Michele and Christopher Kane have all been nominated in multiple categories for The Fashion Awards 2016.
Valentino Confirms Maria Grazia Chiuri Exit
Valentino has confirmed the departure of Maria Grazia Chiuri, appointing Pierpaolo Piccioli the brand's sole creative director. Chiuri is widely thought to be joining Dior, which is expected to issue a statement soon.
Valentino Confirms Maria Grazia Chiuri Exit
Valentino has confirmed the departure of Maria Grazia Chiuri, appointing Pierpaolo Piccioli the brand's sole creative director. Chiuri is widely thought to be joining Dior, which is expected to issue a statement soon.
Italian Industry Debates Luxury Equation in Crisis
At a summit hosted by the Camera Nazionale della Moda, in partnership with BoF, the Italian fashion industry grappled with generational, systemic and consumer shifts.
Italian Industry Debates Luxury Equation in Crisis
At a summit hosted by the Camera Nazionale della Moda, in partnership with BoF, the Italian fashion industry grappled with generational, systemic and consumer shifts.
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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.
