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Yohji Yamamoto

Designer, Yohji Yamamoto

The influential Japanese designer, known for masterful tailoring and directional cuts, has collaborated with Adidas and Hermès.

Yohji Yamamoto
News & Analysis

Paul Poiret (1879-1944)

Paul Poiret was the party boy of Paris who is the unsung hero of 20th century fashion. In the first instalment in BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that Poiret dressed Paris’ finest before World War I, but as the years went on, his inability to adapt to '20s modernity led to the collapse of his company.

News & Analysis

Paul Poiret (1879-1944)

Paul Poiret was the party boy of Paris who is the unsung hero of 20th century fashion. In the first instalment in BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that Poiret dressed Paris’ finest before World War I, but as the years went on, his inability to adapt to '20s modernity led to the collapse of his company.


Beauty

Lisa Eldridge's Brushstroke of Genius

How the makeup artist and creative director of Lancôme grew an online fanbase of millions with her candid online beauty tutorials.

Beauty

Lisa Eldridge's Brushstroke of Genius

How the makeup artist and creative director of Lancôme grew an online fanbase of millions with her candid online beauty tutorials.


News & Analysis

For Japan’s Visvim, Old is the New New

BoF speaks to Visvim designer Hiroki Nakamura, whose label has attracted a global cult following by breathing new life into traditional American workwear.

News & Analysis

For Japan’s Visvim, Old is the New New

BoF speaks to Visvim designer Hiroki Nakamura, whose label has attracted a global cult following by breathing new life into traditional American workwear.


News & Analysis

Why Are Sportswear Giants Nike and Adidas Embracing Fashion?

BoF examines the strategies behind the uptick in the fashion activities of the world’s leading sportswear giants.

News & Analysis

Why Are Sportswear Giants Nike and Adidas Embracing Fashion?

BoF examines the strategies behind the uptick in the fashion activities of the world’s leading sportswear giants.


Global Markets

In China, Showrooms Blossom

The wholesale business is finally getting more organised in China, encouraging the growth of a more robust domestic distribution network.

Global Markets

In China, Showrooms Blossom

The wholesale business is finally getting more organised in China, encouraging the growth of a more robust domestic distribution network.


News & Analysis

Tomes of the Times

Just in time for the holidays, Colin McDowell picks the best fashion books of the season.

News & Analysis

Tomes of the Times

Just in time for the holidays, Colin McDowell picks the best fashion books of the season.


Workplace & Talent

Role Call | Liz Sephton, Jewellery Product Manager

Liz Sephton says seize every opportunity you can.

Workplace & Talent

Role Call | Liz Sephton, Jewellery Product Manager

Liz Sephton says seize every opportunity you can.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Marco Zanini Leaves Schiaparelli, Herink to Louis Vuitton, Rapp Exits Gap

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

LONDON, United Kingdom — As online video consumption continues to grow, short fashion films have become an increasingly important component of brand

News & Analysis

Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season

LONDON, United Kingdom — As online video consumption continues to grow, short fashion films have become an increasingly important component of brand


Fashion Week

In Paris, Sex Sells, While Innovation is Scarce

PARIS, France — A gruelling 'fashion month' closed yesterday rather dimly. There was no glittering fanfare, nor theatrical adieu : editors, buyers

Fashion Week

In Paris, Sex Sells, While Innovation is Scarce

PARIS, France — A gruelling 'fashion month' closed yesterday rather dimly. There was no glittering fanfare, nor theatrical adieu : editors, buyers


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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