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Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895-1972)
Cristóbal Balenciaga went from seamstress’s son to designer’s designer. In the sixth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that the Basque couturier was self-taught and never sketched a single garment. So how did this recluse who preferred his religion to charming the press end up as such a key influence of 20th century fashion?
Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895-1972)
Cristóbal Balenciaga went from seamstress’s son to designer’s designer. In the sixth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that the Basque couturier was self-taught and never sketched a single garment. So how did this recluse who preferred his religion to charming the press end up as such a key influence of 20th century fashion?
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Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa
Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.
Colin’s Column | The Focused Modesty of Azzedine Alaïa
Colin McDowell reflects on the life and work of the great couturier.
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The Mysterious Cristóbal Balenciaga
"Cristóbal Balenciaga's impact on fashion has been profound. Yet to the world at large he remains an enigma. He is not associated with a signature
The Mysterious Cristóbal Balenciaga
"Cristóbal Balenciaga's impact on fashion has been profound. Yet to the world at large he remains an enigma. He is not associated with a signature
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The Alexander Wang Technique
Today, courtesy of our friends at Dazed & Confused we bring you an exclusive interview with Alexander Wang, wunderkind designer at Balenciaga.
The Alexander Wang Technique
Today, courtesy of our friends at Dazed & Confused we bring you an exclusive interview with Alexander Wang, wunderkind designer at Balenciaga.
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Latest Resort Collections: Balenciaga, Altuzarra and Derek Lam
"For Alexander Wang 's first resort collection for Balenciaga, presented Wednesday morning at the company's new showroom on West 22nd Street, which
Latest Resort Collections: Balenciaga, Altuzarra and Derek Lam
"For Alexander Wang 's first resort collection for Balenciaga, presented Wednesday morning at the company's new showroom on West 22nd Street, which
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Colin's Column | What is Wrong with Haute Couture and Fashion Today
Today we are honoured to welcome Colin McDowell to our team of contributing editors at The Business of Fashion. In his regular column, we will hear
Colin's Column | What is Wrong with Haute Couture and Fashion Today
Today we are honoured to welcome Colin McDowell to our team of contributing editors at The Business of Fashion. In his regular column, we will hear
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Italy's Chinese secret, Fairtrade fashion, Sir Philip Green’s plans, Balanciaga retrospective, Master plumassière
Made in little Wenzhou, Italy: the latest label from Tuscany (Guardian) "Pronto moda involves importing cheap fabric, usually from China, and getting
Italy's Chinese secret, Fairtrade fashion, Sir Philip Green’s plans, Balanciaga retrospective, Master plumassière
Made in little Wenzhou, Italy: the latest label from Tuscany (Guardian) "Pronto moda involves importing cheap fabric, usually from China, and getting
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The News in Brief
Victoria’s Secret Forecasts Its Best Year Since L Brands Split
The underwear company is anticipating net sales of at least $6.85 billion in the current fiscal year, exceeding analyst estimates and marking the highest revenue since its split from L Brands Inc in 2021.
Uniqlo Aims to Grow Tenfold in India With Summer-Centric Clothes
The Japanese brand is accelerating its expansion in India to capture a greater share of the rapidly growing apparel market and affluent consumer base.
Oasis Pressures Kao in Latest Japan Activist Investor Push
Activist fund Oasis Management Co. is calling on the Japanese personal care company to convene an extraordinary general meeting, seeking a probe into its supply-chain risk management and internal control.
American Eagle Forecasts Sales Growth Above Estimates on Demand From Wealthy Shoppers
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.
Ross Stores Forecasts Annual Sales Above Estimates on Resilient Demand for Discounted Apparel
Spend growth at off-price chains is among the strongest in retail, with gains across all income segments.
Abercrombie & Fitch Forecasts Muted Annual Sales Amid Tariff Uncertainty
The retailer said it was accounting for the 15 percent tariff announced by US president Donald Trump after the Supreme Court struck down most of his earlier tariffs.