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Steven Kolb

Chief Executive, Council of Fashion Designers of America

As chief executive of the CFDA, he is a driving force behind New York Fashion Week and many initiatives for young designers.

Steven Kolb
News & Analysis

At CFDA Awards, Fashion Entertainment Put to the Test

This year's ceremony honoured Donna Karan and Norma Kamali, as well as BoF's very own Imran Amed.

News & Analysis

At CFDA Awards, Fashion Entertainment Put to the Test

This year's ceremony honoured Donna Karan and Norma Kamali, as well as BoF's very own Imran Amed.


Fashion Week

Are Mixed Gender Shows the End of Men’s Fashion Weeks?

As more brands combine their men’s and women’s shows, what is the future of standalone men’s fashion weeks?

Fashion Week

Are Mixed Gender Shows the End of Men’s Fashion Weeks?

As more brands combine their men’s and women’s shows, what is the future of standalone men’s fashion weeks?


Sustainability

Sustainability Is Out, Responsible Innovation Is In

At the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, economic growth and social and environmental responsibility were not seen as opposing ideas, reports Imran Amed.

Sustainability

Sustainability Is Out, Responsible Innovation Is In

At the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, economic growth and social and environmental responsibility were not seen as opposing ideas, reports Imran Amed.


News & Analysis

CFDA Awards To Honour Industry Shapers

Alessandro Michele, Donna Karan and BoF's very own Imran Amed are amongst the list of nominees and honorees for this year's edition of the CFDA Awards to be held on June 6th.

News & Analysis

CFDA Awards To Honour Industry Shapers

Alessandro Michele, Donna Karan and BoF's very own Imran Amed are amongst the list of nominees and honorees for this year's edition of the CFDA Awards to be held on June 6th.


News & Analysis

No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report

The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.

News & Analysis

No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report

The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.


News & Analysis

At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything

It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.

News & Analysis

At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything

It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.


News & Analysis

‘The Fashion Fund’ Gets a New Home: Amazon

The third season of Condé Nast Entertainment’s competition series will air on the Internet retailer’s streaming service, alongside a a dedicated retail experience.

News & Analysis

‘The Fashion Fund’ Gets a New Home: Amazon

The third season of Condé Nast Entertainment’s competition series will air on the Internet retailer’s streaming service, alongside a a dedicated retail experience.


News & Analysis

Introducing The BoF 500

Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.

News & Analysis

Introducing The BoF 500

Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.


News & Analysis

What a Week in New York

Fashion theatre, consumer entertainment and a BoF event bringing the American fashion community together were all on the agenda in New York.

News & Analysis

What a Week in New York

Fashion theatre, consumer entertainment and a BoF event bringing the American fashion community together were all on the agenda in New York.


News & Analysis

The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500

Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.

News & Analysis

The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500

Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.


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.

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