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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
Sustainability

Chanel’s Sustainability Financing, Explained

Chanel is joining the likes of Burberry and VF Corp in the booming market for sustainable bonds, but Chanel's bond comes with a hefty penalty if it doesn’t hit its green goals, making it a trendsetter.

Sustainability

Chanel’s Sustainability Financing, Explained

Chanel is joining the likes of Burberry and VF Corp in the booming market for sustainable bonds, but Chanel's bond comes with a hefty penalty if it doesn’t hit its green goals, making it a trendsetter.


Marketing

Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote

With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.

Marketing

Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote

With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.


Luxury

Matthew Williams’ Plan for Givenchy

Ahead of his debut at the storied French couture house, the former Gaga collaborator and founder of street-luxe label Alyx talks exclusively to Tim Blanks.

Luxury

Matthew Williams’ Plan for Givenchy

Ahead of his debut at the storied French couture house, the former Gaga collaborator and founder of street-luxe label Alyx talks exclusively to Tim Blanks.


Luxury

Luxury Brands Bank on a Raring China Market

The economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic means high-end brands now depend more than ever on Chinese consumers for sales.

Luxury

Luxury Brands Bank on a Raring China Market

The economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic means high-end brands now depend more than ever on Chinese consumers for sales.


Media

Coronavirus Is Rewiring the Symbiotic Relationship Between Brands and Media

Plunging marketing budgets are disrupting the traditional value exchange between fashion brands and the magazines that cover them — with both sides wondering if the fear of missing out on editorial coverage can still drive hefty ad investments in an increasingly digital world.

Media

Coronavirus Is Rewiring the Symbiotic Relationship Between Brands and Media

Plunging marketing budgets are disrupting the traditional value exchange between fashion brands and the magazines that cover them — with both sides wondering if the fear of missing out on editorial coverage can still drive hefty ad investments in an increasingly digital world.


Workplace & Talent

Victor Glemaud Unveils New Network for Black Creatives in Fashion

The organisation, called In the Blk, offers members from all over the world mentorship, community and various business resources.

Workplace & Talent

Victor Glemaud Unveils New Network for Black Creatives in Fashion

The organisation, called In the Blk, offers members from all over the world mentorship, community and various business resources.


Media

The New Wave of Fashion Criticism

Fashion commentary is thriving online in the form of memes, Tweets, Instagram story slideshows, lengthy videos and even 15-second TikTok clips. This season’s purely digital fashion shows could propel their popularity further.

Media

The New Wave of Fashion Criticism

Fashion commentary is thriving online in the form of memes, Tweets, Instagram story slideshows, lengthy videos and even 15-second TikTok clips. This season’s purely digital fashion shows could propel their popularity further.


Luxury

Claudio Antonioli’s Plan for Ann Demeulemeester

In an exclusive interview, the co-founder of New Guards Group and owner of the Antonioli boutique in Milan lays out his plans for the revered Belgian brand.

Luxury

Claudio Antonioli’s Plan for Ann Demeulemeester

In an exclusive interview, the co-founder of New Guards Group and owner of the Antonioli boutique in Milan lays out his plans for the revered Belgian brand.


Financial Markets

Positive Trading Updates Help Lift Luxury

Good news on current trading has caused the Savigny Luxury Index to bounce back this month.

Financial Markets

Positive Trading Updates Help Lift Luxury

Good news on current trading has caused the Savigny Luxury Index to bounce back this month.


Retail

Can Brand Accelerators Save Emerging Labels from the Pandemic?

The Covid-19 crisis has made going it alone even harder for high-potential young labels. Brand platforms offer cash and critical operational support.

Retail

Can Brand Accelerators Save Emerging Labels from the Pandemic?

The Covid-19 crisis has made going it alone even harder for high-potential young labels. Brand platforms offer cash and critical operational support.


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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