Fast Fashion Garments Pile Up in South Asia as Middle East Conflict Grounds Planes
Shipments of garments for major retailers are stranded at airports in Bangladesh and India as the conflict in the Middle East forces airlines cancel flights.
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News & Analysis
Refinery29's Philippe von Borries and Justin Stefano on Refining their Model
In a new series, Founder Stories, BoF highlights the personal and professional journeys of the entrepreneurs behind some of the most successful start-ups in fashion. First up, we talk to Philippe von Borries and Justin Stefano of Refinery29.
Refinery29's Philippe von Borries and Justin Stefano on Refining their Model
In a new series, Founder Stories, BoF highlights the personal and professional journeys of the entrepreneurs behind some of the most successful start-ups in fashion. First up, we talk to Philippe von Borries and Justin Stefano of Refinery29.
Workplace & Talent
The Creative Class | Faye Toogood, Set and Interiors Designer
Faye Toogood has created runway sets, installations and retail environments for the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Kenzo and Opening Ceremony, in addition to designing a signature line of furniture and objets d'art. BoF met Toogood to find out how studying fine art and working for Condé Nast led her to build her own thriving multi-disciplinary design business.
The Creative Class | Faye Toogood, Set and Interiors Designer
Faye Toogood has created runway sets, installations and retail environments for the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Kenzo and Opening Ceremony, in addition to designing a signature line of furniture and objets d'art. BoF met Toogood to find out how studying fine art and working for Condé Nast led her to build her own thriving multi-disciplinary design business.
News & Analysis
5 of Fashion's Top Global Talent Spotters and Matchmakers
Today, BoF highlights five of the world's top talent spotters and matchmakers, behind-the-scenes influencers who are each experts in identifying and developing the best design and business talent in the global fashion industry.
5 of Fashion's Top Global Talent Spotters and Matchmakers
Today, BoF highlights five of the world's top talent spotters and matchmakers, behind-the-scenes influencers who are each experts in identifying and developing the best design and business talent in the global fashion industry.
Workplace & Talent
Vera Wang Says Keep Your Feet on the Ground and Don't Get Ahead of Yourself
Vera Wang has turned what began as a single bridal boutique into a fashion and lifestyle empire with an overall retail value of over $1 billion. BoF speaks to the powerhouse entrepreneur about her remarkable professional journey.
Vera Wang Says Keep Your Feet on the Ground and Don't Get Ahead of Yourself
Vera Wang has turned what began as a single bridal boutique into a fashion and lifestyle empire with an overall retail value of over $1 billion. BoF speaks to the powerhouse entrepreneur about her remarkable professional journey.
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How Alexandre Mattiussi Found His Formula
Conceived as a 'brand for friends' with a winning pricing formula, Alexandre Mattiussi's affordable luxury label, Ami, is on the rise. BoF investigates.
How Alexandre Mattiussi Found His Formula
Conceived as a 'brand for friends' with a winning pricing formula, Alexandre Mattiussi's affordable luxury label, Ami, is on the rise. BoF investigates.
Workplace & Talent
Fashion’s Most Famous Art Director
With a combination of raw talent, unbounded enthusiasm and lessons learned from a remarkable string of mentors, Fabien Baron has reached the pinnacle of his profession.
Fashion’s Most Famous Art Director
With a combination of raw talent, unbounded enthusiasm and lessons learned from a remarkable string of mentors, Fabien Baron has reached the pinnacle of his profession.
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10 Young London Creatives Shaping the Future of Fashion
BoF speaks to 10 of London's fastest-rising fashion creatives, poised to assume their rightful position amongst the industry's top talents of tomorrow.
10 Young London Creatives Shaping the Future of Fashion
BoF speaks to 10 of London's fastest-rising fashion creatives, poised to assume their rightful position amongst the industry's top talents of tomorrow.
News & Analysis
Turning Point | How Want Les Essentiels de la Vie Found Its Footing
Today, accessories brand Want Les Essentiels de la Vie is stocked at some of the world’s best stores. But a few years back, the business was on the verge of collapse. Co-founders Byron and Dexter Peart tell BoF how J.Crew's Mickey Drexler helped them regain faith in their brand — and take it to the next level.
Turning Point | How Want Les Essentiels de la Vie Found Its Footing
Today, accessories brand Want Les Essentiels de la Vie is stocked at some of the world’s best stores. But a few years back, the business was on the verge of collapse. Co-founders Byron and Dexter Peart tell BoF how J.Crew's Mickey Drexler helped them regain faith in their brand — and take it to the next level.
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Swimwear Empire: The Rise of Brazilian Designer Lenny Niemeyer
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — Before she became Brazil's bikini queen, with an empire of chic boutiques and legions of VIP fans, Lenny Niemeyer was locked
Swimwear Empire: The Rise of Brazilian Designer Lenny Niemeyer
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — Before she became Brazil's bikini queen, with an empire of chic boutiques and legions of VIP fans, Lenny Niemeyer was locked
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The Spotlight | Heaven Tanudiredja
Today, the BoF Spotlight turns to Indonesian-born designer Heaven Tanudiredja, who, after training in womenswear at Antwerp's Royal Academy and working for Dries van Noten, launched his collection of bold, ultra-detailed statement jewellery.
The Spotlight | Heaven Tanudiredja
Today, the BoF Spotlight turns to Indonesian-born designer Heaven Tanudiredja, who, after training in womenswear at Antwerp's Royal Academy and working for Dries van Noten, launched his collection of bold, ultra-detailed statement jewellery.
News & Analysis
Lilly Pulitzer, Designer of Signature Tropical Dresses, Dies At 81
MIAMI, United States — Lilly Pulitzer, a Palm Beach socialite turned designer whose tropical print dresses became a sensation in the 1960s and later
Lilly Pulitzer, Designer of Signature Tropical Dresses, Dies At 81
MIAMI, United States — Lilly Pulitzer, a Palm Beach socialite turned designer whose tropical print dresses became a sensation in the 1960s and later
News & Analysis
CEO Talk | Renzo Rosso, Chairman, Only The Brave
Today, Nicola Formichetti was revealed as the first-ever Artistic Director of Diesel. A few weeks earlier, BoF’s Imran Amed conducted his latest CEO Talk with the man who started it all, Italian fashion entrepreneur Renzo Rosso.
CEO Talk | Renzo Rosso, Chairman, Only The Brave
Today, Nicola Formichetti was revealed as the first-ever Artistic Director of Diesel. A few weeks earlier, BoF’s Imran Amed conducted his latest CEO Talk with the man who started it all, Italian fashion entrepreneur Renzo Rosso.
The News in Brief
Saks Global to Shut 15 More Stores as Part of Restructuring
The luxury retailer, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will close more stores as it tries to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.
Nike’s Latest SEC Filing Revives Converse Sale Speculation
In a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company’s management has approved a plan for organisational changes expected to cost the brand nearly $300 million. One analyst posited the target could be its struggling subsidiary.
US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.
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.