British Fashion Council News & Analysis

Power Moves | Pinterest Appoints Former Marie Claire Editor in Chief as Its Head of Content, Valentino Reshuffles Its Executive Team

17 September 2020 • By Aminah Khan

This week, Aya Kanai was named Pinterest’s new head of content and editorial partnerships, while Valentino general manager for the Middle East, Laurent Bergamo, was promoted to chief executive of the Americas region.

Power Moves | Pinterest Appoints Former Marie Claire Editor in Chief as Its Head of Content, Valentino Reshuffles Its Executive Team

This week, Aya Kanai was named Pinterest’s new head of content and editorial partnerships, while Valentino general manager for the Middle East, Laurent Bergamo, was promoted to chief executive of the Americas region.

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In London, Emerging Designers Face a Critical Season

17 September 2020 • By Zoe Suen

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In London, Emerging Designers Face a Critical Season

Despite rising Covid-19 cases, smaller labels in the British capital are betting that in-person shows and appointments will help to deliver much-needed orders from wholesale buyers.

Power Moves | LVMH Appoints New Vice President of D&I, Jimmy Choo Names New CEO

3 September 2020 • By Aminah Khan

This week, Corey Smith was named vice president of diversity and inclusion at LVMH Inc., while Jimmy Choo veteran Hannah Colman was appointed chief executive of the luxury fashion house.

Power Moves | LVMH Appoints New Vice President of D&I, Jimmy Choo Names New CEO

This week, Corey Smith was named vice president of diversity and inclusion at LVMH Inc., while Jimmy Choo veteran Hannah Colman was appointed chief executive of the luxury fashion house.

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Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?

11 June 2020 • By Chantal Fernandez

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Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?

Even after physical shows return, many in the industry expect the use of digital communication tools will permanently shift the schedule, cadence and strategy of runway shows. Which platforms will emerge dominant?

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British Fashion Council Aims to Raise £50 Million For Struggling Designers

13 May 2020 • By Tamison O'Connor

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British Fashion Council Aims to Raise £50 Million For Struggling Designers

As the BFC announces its first 37 Foundation Fashion Fund recipients, the organisation wants British government and larger industry players to step up to support their smaller counterparts amid the Covid-19 crisis.

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How Amazon Fashion Could Save a Generation of Designers

10 April 2020 • By Vikram Alexei Kansara

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How Amazon Fashion Could Save a Generation of Designers

The deep-pocketed e-commerce giant could use its unrivalled platform to support young designers and connect a universe of independent labels with millions of digital consumers, swiftly establishing itself as one of the world’s top fashion destinations.

A Quick Guide to Financial Support for Small Fashion Businesses

31 March 2020 • By Rachel Deeley

A Quick Guide to Financial Support for Small Fashion Businesses

BoF breaks down the emergency loans, grants and other measures designed to support small businesses suffering from the impact of coronavirus in key fashion markets.

Bottega Veneta Sweeps The Fashion Awards

3 December 2019 • By Sarah Kent

3 December 2019 • By Sarah Kent

At the star-studded gala, guests including Donatella Versace, Tom Cruise and Rihanna celebrated fashion’s hottest talents and looked to a more inclusive future.

Bottega Veneta Sweeps The Fashion Awards

At the star-studded gala, guests including Donatella Versace, Tom Cruise and Rihanna celebrated fashion’s hottest talents and looked to a more inclusive future.

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Tiffany Under the Microscope

1 December 2019 • By Sarah Schijen

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Tiffany Under the Microscope

This week, everyone will be talking about Tiffany's last set of earnings as a public company, Dior Men’s in Miami, Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show and The Fashion Awards in London. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Brexit Crash Course: 4 Things Businesses Need to Know

23 October 2019 • By Rachel Deeley, Sarah Kent, and Tamison O'Connor

Brexit Crash Course: 4 Things Businesses Need to Know

From tariffs and duties to talent and hiring, BoF unpacks the key points UK-based companies need to know as Britain’s withdrawal from the EU takes effect.