Vivienne Westwood
1941-2022
Fashion’s original punk pioneered the youth movement back in the ‘60s with her subversive, anti-fashion statements.
At Vivienne Westwood, Angst Goes Upbeat
Andreas Kronthaler's collection was full of spiritual — even pagan — joy that was more Burning Man than punk.
At Vivienne Westwood, Angst Goes Upbeat
Andreas Kronthaler's collection was full of spiritual — even pagan — joy that was more Burning Man than punk.
As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion
In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.
As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion
In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.
Op-Ed | Wool Can Be Just as Cruel as Fur
It's time to end the mistreatment of sheep who are battered and bloodied for their wool, argues Elisa Allen, director of PETA UK.
Op-Ed | Wool Can Be Just as Cruel as Fur
It's time to end the mistreatment of sheep who are battered and bloodied for their wool, argues Elisa Allen, director of PETA UK.
Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
In today's political arena where image is vital, Anna Wintour is advising US presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton on her wardrobe in her campaign against Donald Trump, BoF has learned.
Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
In today's political arena where image is vital, Anna Wintour is advising US presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton on her wardrobe in her campaign against Donald Trump, BoF has learned.
Lotta Volkova: ‘There Are No Subcultures Anymore. It's About The Remix.’
Courtesy of 032c, BoF brings you a rare, in-depth interview with Lotta Volkova, the uber-stylist of Demna Gvasalia’s Vetements and Balenciaga.
Lotta Volkova: ‘There Are No Subcultures Anymore. It's About The Remix.’
Courtesy of 032c, BoF brings you a rare, in-depth interview with Lotta Volkova, the uber-stylist of Demna Gvasalia’s Vetements and Balenciaga.
A ‘Brexit’ Would Be Bad for Fashion
Britain’s exit from the European Union would do real damage to the global fashion industry.
A ‘Brexit’ Would Be Bad for Fashion
Britain’s exit from the European Union would do real damage to the global fashion industry.
Channeling 'Cosmic Forces' at Vivienne Westwood
The first Westwood womenswear collection to which the name of Andreas Kronthaler was officially attached suggested the designer was more than capable of continuing Westwood's legacy as fashion's original radical.
Channeling 'Cosmic Forces' at Vivienne Westwood
The first Westwood womenswear collection to which the name of Andreas Kronthaler was officially attached suggested the designer was more than capable of continuing Westwood's legacy as fashion's original radical.
An Empathy With Radicalism at Comme des Garçons
Rei Kawakubo’s relationship with the punk spirit communicated by Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood has helped define Comme des Garçons as the foremost challenge to fashion orthodoxy.
An Empathy With Radicalism at Comme des Garçons
Rei Kawakubo’s relationship with the punk spirit communicated by Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood has helped define Comme des Garçons as the foremost challenge to fashion orthodoxy.
Katharine Hamnett and Kanye West’s Unlikely Friendship
Over lunch, the ‘80s maverick designer and pioneer of sustainable fashion tells Tim Blanks about allowing Kanye West to ‘sample’ her archive — the latest radical step in one of fashion's most unconventional careers.
Katharine Hamnett and Kanye West’s Unlikely Friendship
Over lunch, the ‘80s maverick designer and pioneer of sustainable fashion tells Tim Blanks about allowing Kanye West to ‘sample’ her archive — the latest radical step in one of fashion's most unconventional careers.
Juergen Teller: 'Popularity Doesn’t Interest Me Whatsoever'
In a revealing conversation with Tim Blanks, the photographer realises that his singular approach and aesthetic sensibility still has the power of mass appeal.
Juergen Teller: 'Popularity Doesn’t Interest Me Whatsoever'
In a revealing conversation with Tim Blanks, the photographer realises that his singular approach and aesthetic sensibility still has the power of mass appeal.
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.
