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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.

Tim Blanks
Media

Secrets of the Supermodel Trade

Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.

Media

Secrets of the Supermodel Trade

Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.


News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Spring 2019 Season

This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s editor-at-large discusses Hedi Slimane’s Celine debut, his favourite shows of the season and fashion week in the #MeToo moment.

News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Spring 2019 Season

This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s editor-at-large discusses Hedi Slimane’s Celine debut, his favourite shows of the season and fashion week in the #MeToo moment.


Fashion Week

Tim Blanks’ Take on the Spring/Summer 2019 Season

BoF's editor-at-large delivers his take on the Spring/Summer 2019 season in a BoF Professional exclusive. Watch now.

Fashion Week

Tim Blanks’ Take on the Spring/Summer 2019 Season

BoF's editor-at-large delivers his take on the Spring/Summer 2019 season in a BoF Professional exclusive. Watch now.


News & Analysis

Special Invitation: Join Tim Blanks as He Delivers His Take on Spring/Summer 2019

BoF Professional members are invited to join Tim Blanks deliver his take on the Spring/Summer 2019 season, in conversation with BoF founder Imran Amed, for a members-only live discussion on Wednesday, October 3.

News & Analysis

Special Invitation: Join Tim Blanks as He Delivers His Take on Spring/Summer 2019

BoF Professional members are invited to join Tim Blanks deliver his take on the Spring/Summer 2019 season, in conversation with BoF founder Imran Amed, for a members-only live discussion on Wednesday, October 3.


News & Analysis

Introducing the 2018 #BoF500 Hall of Fame

The Business of Fashion is proud to unveil the 2018 Hall of Fame, our highest honour reserved for those who have demonstrated sustained achievement over the course of their careers.

News & Analysis

Introducing the 2018 #BoF500 Hall of Fame

The Business of Fashion is proud to unveil the 2018 Hall of Fame, our highest honour reserved for those who have demonstrated sustained achievement over the course of their careers.


Workplace & Talent

Want a Job in Menswear?

Once an afterthought for many fashion brands, menswear now represents 40 percent of the global apparel market — and career opportunities are thriving.

Workplace & Talent

Want a Job in Menswear?

Once an afterthought for many fashion brands, menswear now represents 40 percent of the global apparel market — and career opportunities are thriving.


Luxury

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Streetwear Takeover

BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on the latest cycle of menswear shows, including the high-profile streetwear takeover in Paris, and what they say about the future of men’s fashion.

Luxury

The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Streetwear Takeover

BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on the latest cycle of menswear shows, including the high-profile streetwear takeover in Paris, and what they say about the future of men’s fashion.


Fashion Week

Craig Green Redefines Reality

The show was a brilliant introduction to the designer, who continues to encourage speculation about his motives through the way he blends ambiguity and fearlessness.

Fashion Week

Craig Green Redefines Reality

The show was a brilliant introduction to the designer, who continues to encourage speculation about his motives through the way he blends ambiguity and fearlessness.


News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Inside the Alexander McQueen Documentary

In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, the co-directors of the new Alexander McQueen documentary talk to BoF's Tim Blanks about Lee’s inner circle, their approach to filmmaking, and tackling the controversies.

News & Analysis

The BoF Podcast: Inside the Alexander McQueen Documentary

In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, the co-directors of the new Alexander McQueen documentary talk to BoF's Tim Blanks about Lee’s inner circle, their approach to filmmaking, and tackling the controversies.


Fashion Week

Transfiguring the Familiar at Gucci

Alessandro Michele, with his peerless ability to animate pop cultural antiquity, mounted another extraordinary interpretation of Gucciland.

Fashion Week

Transfiguring the Familiar at Gucci

Alessandro Michele, with his peerless ability to animate pop cultural antiquity, mounted another extraordinary interpretation of Gucciland.


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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