Designers

The Independent State of Erdem

18 September 2017 • By Osman Ahmed

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The Independent State of Erdem

Without external investment, Erdem Moralioglu has steadily built a label with a turnover of $13 million and an aesthetic loved by some of the world’s most elegant women. Now, a collaboration with H&M could get his name in front of a whole legion of new fans.

Ready-to-Wear - Spring 2018

What NYFW Said About the State of the Fashion Industry

15 September 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

15 September 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

In many ways, New York Fashion Week this season was about displacement. Designers are fleeing for other cities, yes, but they’re also simply at a loss with what to do next when it comes to their businesses.

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Ready-to-Wear - Spring 2018

What NYFW Said About the State of the Fashion Industry

In many ways, New York Fashion Week this season was about displacement. Designers are fleeing for other cities, yes, but they’re also simply at a loss with what to do next when it comes to their businesses.

At DVF, Multitasker Jonathan Saunders Revamps An Icon

8 September 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

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At DVF, Multitasker Jonathan Saunders Revamps An Icon

A year into his tenure as the label's chief creative officer, Saunders is taking the commercial side of the business as seriously as his design duties. Is he succeeding?

News & Analysis

Jenna Lyons Replacement Departs J.Crew

6 September 2017 • By Chantal Fernandez

6 September 2017 • By Chantal Fernandez

Chief design officer Somsack Sikhounmuong, who joined J.Crew 16 years ago, replaced Jenna Lyons after she exited the company this spring.

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Jenna Lyons Replacement Departs J.Crew

Chief design officer Somsack Sikhounmuong, who joined J.Crew 16 years ago, replaced Jenna Lyons after she exited the company this spring.

News & Analysis

As Versace Denies Virgil Abloh Rumours, What Should Donatella Do Next?

1 September 2017 • By Christopher Morency

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As Versace Denies Virgil Abloh Rumours, What Should Donatella Do Next?

Versace has been seeking a creative director as Versace gears up for significant expansion ahead of a still-planned, albeit significantly delayed, initial public offering.

Why Younger Designers Are Building Archives

31 August 2017 • By Osman Ahmed

31 August 2017 • By Osman Ahmed

Once the preserve of luxury megabrands with long histories, archives are becoming de rigueur for a handful of fashion labels striding into their second decade.

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Why Younger Designers Are Building Archives

Once the preserve of luxury megabrands with long histories, archives are becoming de rigueur for a handful of fashion labels striding into their second decade.

This Week in Fashion

BoF’s Fantasy Fashion Draft Picks

18 August 2017 • By BoF Team

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This Week in Fashion

BoF’s Fantasy Fashion Draft Picks

Where should fashion’s cohort of free agent designers land? BoF pairs the industry’s top creative talent with houses in need of a creative jolt.

News & Analysis

Will Marc Jacobs Step Back From His Namesake Brand?

27 July 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

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Will Marc Jacobs Step Back From His Namesake Brand?

As incoming chief executive Eric Marechalle takes control of the troubled LVMH-owned brand, it's unclear how involved Mr Marc Jacobs will be in the company's turnaround strategy.

Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant to Exit Courrèges

20 July 2017 • By Christopher Morency

20 July 2017 • By Christopher Morency

The designer duo’s Autumn/Winter 2017 collection was their last for the house. The future of the brand’s creative leadership is unknown.

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Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant to Exit Courrèges

The designer duo’s Autumn/Winter 2017 collection was their last for the house. The future of the brand’s creative leadership is unknown.

News Bites | Joseph Altuzarra on His Move to Paris, Glossier Goes Global

12 July 2017 • By BoF Team

12 July 2017 • By BoF Team

In today's News Bites, Joseph Altuzarra tells BoF about his decision to leave New York Fashion Week and Glossier announces international plans.

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News Bites | Joseph Altuzarra on His Move to Paris, Glossier Goes Global

In today's News Bites, Joseph Altuzarra tells BoF about his decision to leave New York Fashion Week and Glossier announces international plans.