Born in the suburbs of Kolkata, India Sabyasachi Mukherjee grew up immersed in the rich cultural environment in the state of... more

President Donald Trump announced an unprecedented wave of tariffs on April 2, imposing duties as high as 54 percent on... more

After years of honing his craft at Savile Row, studying at Central Saint Martins, and working for Givenchy, Edun and... more

Fast-fashion giant H&M recently announced its plans to deploy AI-generated "digital twins" of real-life models in marketing campaigns. While H&M... more

Guy Berryman grew up with an engineer's mind and a passion for making things. After studying mechanical engineering and architecture,... more

Pat McGrath is widely regarded as one of the most influential makeup artists of all time. Known simply as “Mother”... more

i-D magazine was founded in 1980 by Terry and Tricia Jones, pioneering a new kind of fashion storytelling that mixed... more

Once a dominant player in fast fashion, Forever 21 recently filed for bankruptcy for the second time in six years,... more

Demna's move to Gucci, announced after weeks of feverish speculation, stunned industry observers and sent shockwaves through financial markets, with... more

This season, all eyes were on the debuts of Haider Ackermann at Tom Ford and Sarah Burton at Givenchy. Meanwhile,... more

Executive editor Brian Baskin and senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young speak with editorial associate Yola Mzizi about how regulatory restrictions and... more

Born in Sardinia on a sailing boat to self-described “adventurous” parents, Francesco Risso grew up in an environment that fostered... more

Once hailed as a pioneering platform for online luxury, Farfetch is now undergoing a dramatic operational overhaul. The South Korean... more

James Whitner — founder of The Whitaker Group and the visionary behind retailers such as A Ma Maniére and Social... more

The revelation this year of child labour in India’s cotton fields and modern-day slavery in Taiwanese garment factories is the... more

Giles Duley began his photography career at an enviable pinnacle, shooting for GQ and Vogue and even touring with Oasis.... more

Gucci has long been the shining star of Kering’s luxury portfolio, but the brand's recent struggles have exposed weaknesses in... more

In an intimate conversation at BoF VOICES 2024, artist and stage designer Es Devlin and writer and cultural curator Ekow... more

Estée Lauder was long celebrated as a pioneer in prestige beauty, building a global empire on the strength of family... more

“Will India be the next China?” is a question that’s circulated throughout the fashion industry for years. Even as its... more

After a prolonged slowdown, fashion’s M&A market is springing back to life. A combination of falling interest rates, shifting investor... more

In a special episode, BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed joins Bob Safian on The Rapid Response podcast.“This is probably... more

The fashion workplace is evolving, shaped by a wave of technological advancements, leadership changes, and cultural dynamics. For many employees,... more

Tim Gunn is best known as the wise, empathetic mentor on television’s Project Runway, but before he found himself guiding... more

Brand collaborations were once rare, highly anticipated events that generated significant buzz. But as they have become more frequent, the... more

In today’s fashion landscape, many of us find ourselves caught in an infinite scroll of influencers. But in 2024, one... more

Public relations in fashion has transformed drastically from securing magazine features to managing 360-degree brand storytelling. PR agencies now navigate... more

Bethann is a former model, agent, and advocate who has been agitating for a more inclusive fashion industry for more... more

Over the past year, the pristine image luxury brands have built on their links to artisanal craft, ethical manufacturing and... more

In recent years, extreme weather events have become commonplace catastrophes. And in an increasingly globalised fashion system, developing nations often... more

Over the summer, BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed and editor-at-large Tim Blanks both spent time with Valentino’s new creative director Alessandro... more

As the year comes to a close, BoF’s executive editor Brian Baskin and senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young look back on... more

Background:In a slowing luxury and fashion market, it’s not just the big brands and e-commerce companies that are being impacted.... more

In the late 2010s, and particularly after George Floyd’s murder in 2020, the fashion industry appeared to embrace a progressive... more

Many fashion brands are realising that operating across multiple cultural sectors is a business necessity. In our social feeds, fashion... more

Resale is no longer confined to thrift stores or niche platforms; it has grown into a roughly $50 billion industry... more

In 2024, luxury e-commerce faced a harsh reckoning. A pandemic-era boom gave way to a bruising downturn that exposed deep-seated... more

When Simon Porte Jacquemus came on to the scene in 2009, he did so with a bang. The French designer’s... more

The beauty industry has witnessed a wave of disruptors rise and fall. Brands like Anastasia Beverly Hills, Glossier and Morphe... more

Tina Brown is a force of nature in the world of journalism, offering unflinching and sometimes provocative glimpses into the... more

For nearly a decade, the luxury sector has experienced what seemed like limitless growth, with brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci,... more

Sammy Basso left an indelible mark on our community last year at BoF VOICES 2023. Sammy had a rare genetic... more

In recent years, sports has provided a rich ground for fashion partnerships. Where even three years ago Dior’s tie-up with... more

Khalid Al Tayer, Managing Director of Al Tayer Insignia and CEO of the luxury e-commerce platform Ounass, leads one of... more

Online shopping promises convenience, but finding the right product among thousands – or hundreds of thousands – of options can often... more

Growing up in Hamburg with a photographer father and a stepmother who ran a vintage boutique, Robert Geller was immersed... more

A growing number of direct-to-consumer brands are disrupting the luxury market by offering high-quality alternatives at more affordable prices. As... more

Michelle Yeoh has captivated audiences for decades, from her iconic role in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon to her Oscar-winning performance... more

The beauty industry thrives on virality, but in the age of social media, that can be a double-edged sword. One... more

Zac Posen burst onto the fashion scene in the early 2000s, gaining acclaim for his glamorous designs and dressing Hollywood's... more

The influencer landscape has shifted dramatically over the last decade. While the image of influencers posting flawless selfies on exotic,... more

Amid economic uncertainty, a global luxury industry slowdown, and conflicts erupting around the world, designers at the Spring/Summer 2025 shows... more

For decades, department stores were symbols of American retail success, but their shine has long since faded. Overexpansion that began... more

Alessandro Michele’s whimsical, bold vision as creative director of Gucci revitalised the brand, turning it into a cultural juggernaut. Now,... more

A style renaissance that changed how many men dress – mostly for the better – has congealed into a sea of... more

The renowned grime MC and rapper Skepta knows that there’s no such thing as an overnight success. After the rapper... more

Luxury fashion remains an exclusive club, where leadership positions are often filled from within tight, familiar circles. Despite industry-wide commitments... more

Clare Waight Keller’s career in fashion has been defined by her versatility as a designer and desire to step outside... more

Shein has fundamentally changed the fashion market, challenging fast fashion giants that were not so long ago in the disruptor... more

Fashion narrator Lyas is one of the most compelling and authentic fashion communicators to have arrived on the scene, and... more

Nike’s streak as the undisputed leader in the activewear category spans generations, but the brand is facing its most significant... more

As the first female, Black, and South Asian Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris’s every move is closely... more

2024 has brought forth the arrival of the “Sephora tweens,” which refers to members of Gen Alpha (roughly defined as... more

Many of fashion’s largest manufacturing hubs, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, are increasingly at risk of dangerous, record-breaking heatwaves.... more

Creative directors and brand strategists Juan Costa Paz and Nordine Benotmane, who founded Paris-based creative agency Convoy in 2012, are... more

Willy Chavarria has become a force in American fashion, known for his Chicano-inspired take on menswear. Last year, Willy broke... more

Sport and fashion have always been a part of Stéphane Ashpool’s life: He was raised watching his artistic parents socialise... more

2024 has the potential to be a dynamic year for dealmaking in beauty, as brands including Makeup by Mario, Kosas,... more

In a special episode, BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed joins Bob Safian on the Rapid Response podcast, part of... more

Paris Couture Week has come to a close, and Tim Blanks and Imran Amed sat down for their seasonal review... more

From her miraculous birth as the daughter of a Holocaust survivor to becoming a fashion powerhouse with her signature wrap... more

Deena Aljuhani Abdulaziz was drawn to fashion from a young age, devouring issues of Vogue and Tatler. This led her... more

As a self-styled “image architect”, Law Roach has earned global recognition for the red carpet looks he has created for... more

Husband and wife duo Gucci Westman and David Neville’s luxury beauty label Westman Atelier has become an industry favourite, winning... more

Footballer Héctor Bellerín first made a name for himself with his defensive skills on the pitch but it’s his outspoken... more

In 2014, in a nondescript basement club in East London, Charles Jeffrey’s Loverboy was born. At the age of 18,... more

Esteban Cortázar first fell in love with fashion as a teenager growing up in Miami. Over the years, his career... more

The first Monday in May has become synonymous with the Met Gala. Every year, celebrities and brands come together on... more

Stan Herman may be 95 years old, but the designer, activist and former president of the Council of Fashion Designers... more

On January 4th of this year, when Calvin Klein dropped its new spring 2024 campaign with a shirtless Jeremy Allen... more

For more than  30 years, photographer Willy Vanderperre has been fascinated with youth. Vanderperre has carved a niche for himself... more

Prosper and Martine Assouline’s business began with a passion project: A book dedicated to their love for La Colombe d’Or,... more

Starting in 1999, Larry Miller worked alongside Michael Jordan to build Nike’s Jordan brand, which today generates more than $5... more

As a performance coach to England’s national football team, the Royal Ballet and more, Eastwood taps into his Māori heritage... more

Amir Fayo, the founder of 69 Group, marries brand architecture and art direction to create retail and hospitality concepts rooted... more

This fashion month was all about looking ahead. At several major brands, newly-appointed creative directors ushered in a new era,... more

On her award-winning podcast “Articles of Interest,” host and producer Avery Trufelman dives deep into the stories behind the... more

In 2010, model Arizona Muse was catapulted into the fashion spotlight.  After opening and closing Prada’s Spring/Summer 2011 show, she... more

In the world of high fashion, few names have commanded as much attention — and controversy — as John Galliano. Throughout... more

Pat Boguslawski is setting the fashion world in motion. The Polish movement director at Maison Margiela is the creative mastermind behind... more

As founder of Harlem’s Fashion Row, Brandice Daniel is a change agent. For more than 15 years, she has been... more

The fashion industry is responsible for up to 8 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. But the most profitable fashion... more

Matthieu Blazy has been a quiet but powerful force in the fashion industry for years, having worked under powerhouse designers... more

Diane von Fürstenberg has been synonymous with women’s empowerment since she first unveiled her revolutionary wrap dress in 1974. But... more

Since 1978, Brunello Cucinelli’s namesake brand has been a standard-bearer for both luxury clothing and a more responsible way of... more

This year, Barbie-mania swept the globe. A key architect of that phenomenon was Richard Dickson, who served as president and... more

After she was scouted in a modelling competition in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 12, Ashley Graham went on... more

Having dominated Hollywood's cinematic landscape for decades, Angelina Jolie is now moving into uncharted territory — the world of fashion.... more

At every juncture of her extraordinary professional journey, Leena Nair has authored a series of 'firsts’. Growing up in her... more