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Vivienne Westwood

1941-2022

Fashion’s original punk pioneered the youth movement back in the ‘60s with her subversive, anti-fashion statements.

Vivienne Westwood
News & Analysis

The Thorny Business of Brand Activism

Brands that take a position on divisive issues see the risk of backlash as short-term pain for long-term gain. But being on the right side of history can backfire when brand activism comes across as superficial or self-righteous.

News & Analysis

The Thorny Business of Brand Activism

Brands that take a position on divisive issues see the risk of backlash as short-term pain for long-term gain. But being on the right side of history can backfire when brand activism comes across as superficial or self-righteous.


Luxury

Burberry Brand Heat Ignites on Tisci’s 'Drops' Amid Transition

As the UK’s largest luxury brand attempts to position itself as a true luxury player, the drops from Riccardo Tisci's runway collection are already driving excitement and shifting perceptions. But with the bulk of Tisci's work still months from hitting stores, the brand has a long way to go.

Luxury

Burberry Brand Heat Ignites on Tisci’s 'Drops' Amid Transition

As the UK’s largest luxury brand attempts to position itself as a true luxury player, the drops from Riccardo Tisci's runway collection are already driving excitement and shifting perceptions. But with the bulk of Tisci's work still months from hitting stores, the brand has a long way to go.


Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Director of Marketing and Communications at Altuzarra

From Sydney to New York, Jodie Chan moved across the globe and attended three universities in pursuit of her dream job. Here, she shares her career advice.

Workplace & Talent

How I Became… Director of Marketing and Communications at Altuzarra

From Sydney to New York, Jodie Chan moved across the globe and attended three universities in pursuit of her dream job. Here, she shares her career advice.


Fashion Week

Burberry and Beckham Rule London Fashion Week

This week, everyone will be talking about Riccardo Tisci's first show for Burberry at London Fashion Week, the 10th anniversary of Victoria Beckham's luxury brand and retailers' holiday hiring plans. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Fashion Week

Burberry and Beckham Rule London Fashion Week

This week, everyone will be talking about Riccardo Tisci's first show for Burberry at London Fashion Week, the 10th anniversary of Victoria Beckham's luxury brand and retailers' holiday hiring plans. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.


Luxury

Op-Ed | Whatever: How Fashion Lost Its Meaning

Fashion has entered a state of pure postmodernism where anything goes and nothing means anything anymore, argues Eugene Rabkin.

Luxury

Op-Ed | Whatever: How Fashion Lost Its Meaning

Fashion has entered a state of pure postmodernism where anything goes and nothing means anything anymore, argues Eugene Rabkin.


Luxury

Is Luxury’s Love Affair With ‘Drops’ More Than Marketing?

High-end brands are implementing Supreme-style ‘drops’ to better connect with young consumers who crave newness at the speed of Instagram.

Luxury

Is Luxury’s Love Affair With ‘Drops’ More Than Marketing?

High-end brands are implementing Supreme-style ‘drops’ to better connect with young consumers who crave newness at the speed of Instagram.


News & Analysis

Burberry Rebrands Under Riccardo Tisci

A new logo and monogram were unveiled as part of the British brand’s new identity under chief creative officer Riccardo Tisci.

News & Analysis

Burberry Rebrands Under Riccardo Tisci

A new logo and monogram were unveiled as part of the British brand’s new identity under chief creative officer Riccardo Tisci.


Fashion Week

Proenza Schouler and Rodarte Return to New York Fashion Week

Having departed to Paris Couture Week three seasons ago, the brands rejoin New York royalty including Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch and Ralph Lauren.

Fashion Week

Proenza Schouler and Rodarte Return to New York Fashion Week

Having departed to Paris Couture Week three seasons ago, the brands rejoin New York royalty including Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch and Ralph Lauren.


News & Analysis

Fashion History: David Bowie and the Birth of Androgyny

Noted fashion historian Colin McDowell explains why David Bowie was the father of androgyny in the 1970s, changing menswear and fashion forever.

News & Analysis

Fashion History: David Bowie and the Birth of Androgyny

Noted fashion historian Colin McDowell explains why David Bowie was the father of androgyny in the 1970s, changing menswear and fashion forever.


Retail

Uniqlo’s $300 Million Bet on Federer

The logic behind Uniqlo’s 10-year deal with 36-year-old tennis legend Roger Federer.

Retail

Uniqlo’s $300 Million Bet on Federer

The logic behind Uniqlo’s 10-year deal with 36-year-old tennis legend Roger Federer.


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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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