Council of Fashion Designers of America
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association that owns and organises the official New York Fashion Week schedule. Founded in 1962 by publicist Eleanor Lambert, the organisation today has a membership of more than 450 designers.
Teamwork and Transparency at Tadashi Shoji
BoF sits down with Tadashi Shoji to discover how the eponymous founder of the LA brand operates his company under the tenants of teamwork and transparency, and why he believes good ideas can come from anywhere in the business.
Teamwork and Transparency at Tadashi Shoji
BoF sits down with Tadashi Shoji to discover how the eponymous founder of the LA brand operates his company under the tenants of teamwork and transparency, and why he believes good ideas can come from anywhere in the business.
No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report
The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.
No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Fashion Shows, Says CFDA Report
The CFDA and Boston Consulting Group’s 12-page study, released Thursday, outlines the contours of the challenges facing the fashion system and offers a menu of new models — without prescribing a specific fix.
At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything
It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
At the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, Winning Isn't Everything
It’s been more than 10 years since the most famous of fashion competitions was born, but what role does ‘the Fund’ play in today’s fashion landscape? BoF gets an exclusive, inside look at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.
Money Well Spent? Why Fashion Companies Spend Big on Lobbying Governments
Each year, fashion companies and organisations spend millions of dollars pushing their agenda by lobbying. Does it work?
Money Well Spent? Why Fashion Companies Spend Big on Lobbying Governments
Each year, fashion companies and organisations spend millions of dollars pushing their agenda by lobbying. Does it work?
Role Call | Kristine Keller, Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships
Kristine Keller, senior manager of strategic partnerships at the CFDA, says "Seek advice and mentorship from those that you respect or want to work for. I’ve learned that one introduction can be life-changing."
Role Call | Kristine Keller, Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships
Kristine Keller, senior manager of strategic partnerships at the CFDA, says "Seek advice and mentorship from those that you respect or want to work for. I’ve learned that one introduction can be life-changing."
The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500
Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.
The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500
Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.
New Guidelines on Models' Rights Aim to Fix Industry Wrongs
In recent years, a cluster of new laws, industry codes and educational initiatives have taken aim at problems around model health, pay and working conditions. But are they making a difference?
New Guidelines on Models' Rights Aim to Fix Industry Wrongs
In recent years, a cluster of new laws, industry codes and educational initiatives have taken aim at problems around model health, pay and working conditions. But are they making a difference?
Op-Ed | Education, Not Regulation, Will Teach the Fashion Industry That “Health Is Beauty”
The most effective way to keep fashion models healthy and safe is through industry-wide education and open conversation, not by policing designers, says Steven Kolb, president and chief executive officer of the CFDA.
Op-Ed | Education, Not Regulation, Will Teach the Fashion Industry That “Health Is Beauty”
The most effective way to keep fashion models healthy and safe is through industry-wide education and open conversation, not by policing designers, says Steven Kolb, president and chief executive officer of the CFDA.