Tim Blanks
Editor-at-Large, The Business of Fashion
The fashion critic, known for witty commentary pitted with cultural references, began as the host of a Canadian fashion television show.
What Colette’s Closure Means for Fashion
After 20 years in business, the beloved temple of Parisian cool announced it will close its doors in December. BoF spoke to a handful of industry insiders to gauge their reactions.
What Colette’s Closure Means for Fashion
After 20 years in business, the beloved temple of Parisian cool announced it will close its doors in December. BoF spoke to a handful of industry insiders to gauge their reactions.
Welcoming Alexandra Shulman to the BoF Team
Imran Amed welcomes former British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman to BoF, where she will write a monthly column set to launch in September.
Welcoming Alexandra Shulman to the BoF Team
Imran Amed welcomes former British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman to BoF, where she will write a monthly column set to launch in September.
A Web of Perverse Enchantment at Gucci
Alessandro Michele’s signal achievement is this: predictability doesn’t obviate pleasurability. In fact, part of the pleasure of a Gucci show is watching the way he warps the by-now familiar tropes.
A Web of Perverse Enchantment at Gucci
Alessandro Michele’s signal achievement is this: predictability doesn’t obviate pleasurability. In fact, part of the pleasure of a Gucci show is watching the way he warps the by-now familiar tropes.
Anna Sui, America’s Most Underrated Fashion Designer
Tim Blanks reflects on the career of Anna Sui, who opens an exhibition this week at London’s Fashion and Textile Museum.
Anna Sui, America’s Most Underrated Fashion Designer
Tim Blanks reflects on the career of Anna Sui, who opens an exhibition this week at London’s Fashion and Textile Museum.
The Hidden Links Between Cristóbal Balenciaga and Demna Gvasalia
On the surface Cristóbal Balenciaga and Demna Gvasalia couldn’t be more different. But the connections between the enigmatic couturier and his buzzy heir run deep.
The Hidden Links Between Cristóbal Balenciaga and Demna Gvasalia
On the surface Cristóbal Balenciaga and Demna Gvasalia couldn’t be more different. But the connections between the enigmatic couturier and his buzzy heir run deep.
At Prada Cruise, New Heights of Spiky Femininity
The collection was a fabulously feisty female manifesto to the world of old white men who go on grabbing at the headlines.
At Prada Cruise, New Heights of Spiky Femininity
The collection was a fabulously feisty female manifesto to the world of old white men who go on grabbing at the headlines.
Anchored by Past, Karl Lagerfeld Looks Forward for Cruise
A selling point of Chanel's Cruise collection was the seductive accessibility of the clothes, justifying its transporting, ceremonial existence in such a fundamental way.
Anchored by Past, Karl Lagerfeld Looks Forward for Cruise
A selling point of Chanel's Cruise collection was the seductive accessibility of the clothes, justifying its transporting, ceremonial existence in such a fundamental way.
Fashion World Pays Tribute to Rei Kawakubo at the Met Gala
An exhibition honouring the Comme des Garçons designer inspired a more adventurous red carpet, underscoring her exceptional ability to fuel commerce with art.
Fashion World Pays Tribute to Rei Kawakubo at the Met Gala
An exhibition honouring the Comme des Garçons designer inspired a more adventurous red carpet, underscoring her exceptional ability to fuel commerce with art.
Inside J.W. Anderson’s ‘Disobedient Bodies’
J.W. Anderson spent two years working with The Hepworth Wakefield on 'Disobedient Bodies.' Here, he tells Tim Blanks about 'crossing lines of creativity' and how today's political climate has lent an unwitting timeliness to the exhibition.
Inside J.W. Anderson’s ‘Disobedient Bodies’
J.W. Anderson spent two years working with The Hepworth Wakefield on 'Disobedient Bodies.' Here, he tells Tim Blanks about 'crossing lines of creativity' and how today's political climate has lent an unwitting timeliness to the exhibition.
Tim's Take | Chanel Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Tim Blanks speak with Karl Lagerfeld about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Chanel.
Tim's Take | Chanel Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Tim Blanks speak with Karl Lagerfeld about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Chanel.
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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.
