LONDON, United Kingdom — Fashion designers are the creative lifeblood of our industry. But those selected as members of the recently launched BoF 500 are the ones who have not only demonstrated their creativity but managed to unite their aesthetic vision with commercial savvy.

Sheer scale is not — and should not be — the only measure of a successful fashion brand, however. While their businesses are generally smaller, Belgium and Japan have produced a startling number of groundbreaking, convention-defying designers. New York and London have distinguished themselves as major hubs for emerging talent, while France and Italy are home to many of the global creative directors who helm the world’s biggest brands.

Explore the pages of the inspiring fashion designers who are part of the BoF 500. There, you will find this select group come to life with vital stats, biographies, relevant articles and live, visual mosaics powered by social media.