Amanda Wakeley
The Risks and Rewards of a Private Client Business
A number of London-based designers run small yet thriving private client operations, alongside wholesale and retail. It’s hard work — but the pay-offs make it worth the effort.
Nascent Luxury Group Naga Makes Early Moves
Armed with $50 million, industry veterans Damien Dernoncourt and Sagra Maceira de Rosen's new holding company has taken a stake in niche French beauty brand Talika and plans to announce a jewellery investment in 2018.
Fashion’s Political Gap
Without first ladies Michelle Obama and Samantha Cameron, the fashion industries in the US and UK are missing strong political advocates.
As Brexit Looms, Prime Minister Theresa May Looks to the Future of British Fashion
In her address to the British fashion industry last night, Prime Minister Theresa May never directly addressed Brexit. Here, leading figures share their thoughts on the UK's looming split from the EU.
Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
In today's political arena where image is vital, Anna Wintour is advising US presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton on her wardrobe in her campaign against Donald Trump, BoF has learned.