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 Trouble at Tapestry Says About American Fashion
This week, Chief Executive Victor Luis was ousted from the US accessories giant after months of poor performance, raising questions about the company’s plan to build America’s answer to LVMH.

What Trouble at Tapestry Says About American Fashion
This week, Chief Executive Victor Luis was ousted from the US accessories giant after months of poor performance, raising questions about the company’s plan to build America’s answer to LVMH.

The BoF Podcast: Craig Green Talks Creative Evolution
Speaking with Tim Blanks, the designer reflects on his journey from a love of 'making things' to becoming a fixture of London's menswear scene.

The BoF Podcast: Craig Green Talks Creative Evolution
Speaking with Tim Blanks, the designer reflects on his journey from a love of 'making things' to becoming a fixture of London's menswear scene.

'Brexit' Britain Doesn't Need an Election. It Needs An Exorcism.
It's hotter than hell in the United Kingdom, where a deeply divided nation, and its fashion industry, will soon find out what new Prime Minister Boris Johnson means by a 'do or die' exit from the European Union, writes Tim Blanks.

'Brexit' Britain Doesn't Need an Election. It Needs An Exorcism.
It's hotter than hell in the United Kingdom, where a deeply divided nation, and its fashion industry, will soon find out what new Prime Minister Boris Johnson means by a 'do or die' exit from the European Union, writes Tim Blanks.

Celebrating BoF China Prize Winner Caroline Hu in Paris
The promising young designer, who won BoF’s inaugural prize in March, was fêted by industry insiders in the midst of Couture Week.

Celebrating BoF China Prize Winner Caroline Hu in Paris
The promising young designer, who won BoF’s inaugural prize in March, was fêted by industry insiders in the midst of Couture Week.

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Menswear Spring/Summer 2020 Season
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s editor-at-large gives his verdict on the latest round of men's shows and reflects on the Paris tribute to the late designer Karl Lagerfeld.

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Menswear Spring/Summer 2020 Season
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s editor-at-large gives his verdict on the latest round of men's shows and reflects on the Paris tribute to the late designer Karl Lagerfeld.

The BoF Podcast: Makeup Artist Isamaya Ffrench on How to Define Beauty
The makeup artist behind Rihanna's thin-eyebrowed British Vogue cover speaks to Tim Blanks about the curation of identity through makeup, and the rapidly changing face of beauty.

The BoF Podcast: Makeup Artist Isamaya Ffrench on How to Define Beauty
The makeup artist behind Rihanna's thin-eyebrowed British Vogue cover speaks to Tim Blanks about the curation of identity through makeup, and the rapidly changing face of beauty.

The Plan to Turn Versace and Michael Kors Into 'America's LVMH' Begins Now
This week, everyone will be talking about Capri Holdings' plans for Michael Kors and Versace, Serena Williams and Roger Federer at the French Open and the start of swimwear season. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

The Plan to Turn Versace and Michael Kors Into 'America's LVMH' Begins Now
This week, everyone will be talking about Capri Holdings' plans for Michael Kors and Versace, Serena Williams and Roger Federer at the French Open and the start of swimwear season. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Fashion's Top Talents Discuss the Politics of Disruption at Frieze Academy
Dapper Dan, Kimberly Drew, Yoon Ahn and more discussed how to create sustainable change in the industry at Frieze Academy’s Art and Fashion Summit in partnership with The Business of Fashion.

Fashion's Top Talents Discuss the Politics of Disruption at Frieze Academy
Dapper Dan, Kimberly Drew, Yoon Ahn and more discussed how to create sustainable change in the industry at Frieze Academy’s Art and Fashion Summit in partnership with The Business of Fashion.

The BoF Podcast: Michèle Lamy, a Life in Extreme Style
The singular personality joined BoF’s editor-at-large Tim Blanks at VOICES to discuss her nomadic approach to creative pursuits.

The BoF Podcast: Michèle Lamy, a Life in Extreme Style
The singular personality joined BoF’s editor-at-large Tim Blanks at VOICES to discuss her nomadic approach to creative pursuits.

Caroline Hu Wins Inaugural $100,000 BoF China Prize
The New York-based Chinese fashion designer and self-described ‘daily couturier’ was praised by jury members for her outstanding artistry and entrepreneurial potential.

Caroline Hu Wins Inaugural $100,000 BoF China Prize
The New York-based Chinese fashion designer and self-described ‘daily couturier’ was praised by jury members for her outstanding artistry and entrepreneurial potential.
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.




