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Virgil Abloh

1980-2021

The luxury streetwear pioneer, who founded Off-White and was men’s artistic director at Louis Vuitton, was called the Karl Lagerfeld of his generation.

Virgil Abloh
Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia and L’Uomo Vogue

Hired and trained by Franca Sozzani at the height of her creative powers, Alan Prada became a deputy editor-in-chief within seven years of starting at Condé Nast Italy. Now, he shares the advice his iconic mentor gave him at the start of his career — and his own hard-won insights on working in fashion editorial today.

Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia and L’Uomo Vogue

Hired and trained by Franca Sozzani at the height of her creative powers, Alan Prada became a deputy editor-in-chief within seven years of starting at Condé Nast Italy. Now, he shares the advice his iconic mentor gave him at the start of his career — and his own hard-won insights on working in fashion editorial today.


Luxury

Why Dior Men Is Targeting Tokyo

The French label’s first-ever travelling Pre-Fall menswear show and a pop-up selling a special Summer 2019 capsule collection are set to hit Tokyo next week.

Luxury

Why Dior Men Is Targeting Tokyo

The French label’s first-ever travelling Pre-Fall menswear show and a pop-up selling a special Summer 2019 capsule collection are set to hit Tokyo next week.


Workplace & Talent

How I Became... Music Director for Louis Vuitton Menswear

“We’re redefining the rules as we speak,” says Benji B — the man Virgil Abloh has tasked with the sonic accompaniment of his new vision at Louis Vuitton.

Workplace & Talent

How I Became... Music Director for Louis Vuitton Menswear

“We’re redefining the rules as we speak,” says Benji B — the man Virgil Abloh has tasked with the sonic accompaniment of his new vision at Louis Vuitton.


Luxury

Hedi Slimane and the Art of the ‘Drop’

The Celine creative director’s first accessories arrive in stores November 12, following product drops by the likes of Burberry, Moncler and Louis Vuitton. But is the strategy working for luxury the way it does for streetwear?

Luxury

Hedi Slimane and the Art of the ‘Drop’

The Celine creative director’s first accessories arrive in stores November 12, following product drops by the likes of Burberry, Moncler and Louis Vuitton. But is the strategy working for luxury the way it does for streetwear?


Luxury

End Clothing: Menswear’s Silent E-Commerce Contender

In a rare interview, the founders of the Newcastle-based shopping destination reveal their plans to reach $350 million in annual revenue by 2020.

Luxury

End Clothing: Menswear’s Silent E-Commerce Contender

In a rare interview, the founders of the Newcastle-based shopping destination reveal their plans to reach $350 million in annual revenue by 2020.


Retail

Retailers Are Preparing for a Happy Holidays

Analysts are predicting another big jump in holiday spending. Retailers are shaking up how they make the sale — online and in stores — to attract consumers who demand both low prices and a convenient shopping experience.

Retail

Retailers Are Preparing for a Happy Holidays

Analysts are predicting another big jump in holiday spending. Retailers are shaking up how they make the sale — online and in stores — to attract consumers who demand both low prices and a convenient shopping experience.


Retail

Billion-Dollar Retailer Reveals Future Plans for China 

At the helm of a 750-store network across Greater China, Sham Kar Wai knows a thing or two about the Chinese consumer. On the eve of I.T Group’s 30th anniversary, the founder and CEO explains how he will double down on the market.

Retail

Billion-Dollar Retailer Reveals Future Plans for China 

At the helm of a 750-store network across Greater China, Sham Kar Wai knows a thing or two about the Chinese consumer. On the eve of I.T Group’s 30th anniversary, the founder and CEO explains how he will double down on the market.


News & Analysis

Palace Breaks Silence on Polo Ralph Lauren Collaboration

The tie-up is a milestone for the skater-inflected London label and the American preppie-western giant, which has never done a streetwear collaboration and is trying to attract millennials.

News & Analysis

Palace Breaks Silence on Polo Ralph Lauren Collaboration

The tie-up is a milestone for the skater-inflected London label and the American preppie-western giant, which has never done a streetwear collaboration and is trying to attract millennials.


Luxury

Virgil Abloh's First Louis Vuitton Drop Is Here

This week, everyone will be talking about Virgil Abloh's first drop for Louis Vuitton, slower growth at Kering and H&M's Moschino collaboration. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Luxury

Virgil Abloh's First Louis Vuitton Drop Is Here

This week, everyone will be talking about Virgil Abloh's first drop for Louis Vuitton, slower growth at Kering and H&M's Moschino collaboration. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.


Luxury

Y/Project Is Pitti Uomo’s Next Guest Brand

The acclaimed French brand headed up by Glenn Martens will present its Autumn/Winter 2019 collection at the Italian trade show in January.

Luxury

Y/Project Is Pitti Uomo’s Next Guest Brand

The acclaimed French brand headed up by Glenn Martens will present its Autumn/Winter 2019 collection at the Italian trade show in January.


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