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Vanessa Friedman

Fashion Director & Chief Fashion Critic, The New York Times

Her amusing and intelligent discourse on the business of fashion and luxury has made her a well-respected industry authority.

Vanessa Friedman
Luxury

Making Sense of The Dior Gap

While critics are largely dismissive of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior, her work is driving positive sales momentum, reflecting the rise of today’s direct-to-consumer reality.

Luxury

Making Sense of The Dior Gap

While critics are largely dismissive of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior, her work is driving positive sales momentum, reflecting the rise of today’s direct-to-consumer reality.


Retail

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.

Retail

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.


Sustainability

At Copenhagen Summit, Turning Sustainability Commitments Into Action

BoF reports from the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, where founder Eva Kruse is trying to turn a hub for conversation into a genuine catalyst for action.

Sustainability

At Copenhagen Summit, Turning Sustainability Commitments Into Action

BoF reports from the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, where founder Eva Kruse is trying to turn a hub for conversation into a genuine catalyst for action.


News & Analysis

Karl Lagerfeld Calls Brexit Vote a 'Moment of Madness'

Britain's decision to leave the European Union has unleashing market turmoil and untold damage to the global fashion industry. Industry figures speak out.

News & Analysis

Karl Lagerfeld Calls Brexit Vote a 'Moment of Madness'

Britain's decision to leave the European Union has unleashing market turmoil and untold damage to the global fashion industry. Industry figures speak out.


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.


Fashion Week

Is Milan Fashion Week Back?

Once seen as creatively stagnant, Italy’s main fashion week is showing signs of newfound momentum. BoF spoke to a series of global fashion insiders to get their verdict on Milan Fashion Week.

Fashion Week

Is Milan Fashion Week Back?

Once seen as creatively stagnant, Italy’s main fashion week is showing signs of newfound momentum. BoF spoke to a series of global fashion insiders to get their verdict on Milan Fashion Week.


Fashion Week

Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?

On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?

Fashion Week

Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?

On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Rebekka Bay Joins Everlane, John Dixon Exits M&S, New Viktor & Rolf CEO

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


News & Analysis

The Fur Debate

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

News & Analysis

The Fur Debate

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.


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