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


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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Role Call | Liz Sephton, Jewellery Product Manager
Liz Sephton says seize every opportunity you can.

Role Call | Liz Sephton, Jewellery Product Manager
Liz Sephton says seize every opportunity you can.

Power Moves | Marco Zanini Leaves Schiaparelli, Herink to Louis Vuitton, Rapp Exits Gap
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

Power Moves | Marco Zanini Leaves Schiaparelli, Herink to Louis Vuitton, Rapp Exits Gap
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.

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

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

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

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.




