Valentino
Valentino is an Italian luxury fashion brand founded by Valentino Garavani in 1960. The brand offers haute couture and ready-to-wear lines.
Narrative and Neorealism
In today’s “société du spectacle,” fashion shows increasingly resemble brutally concise theatre, sampling everything from war to the cult of the derelict.
Dries Van Noten's Psychedelic Spectacular
Dream and reality merge against the unreal backdrop of the Opera Garnier.
Making Valentino Magic
Chiuri and Piccioli take their man on a journey, from earthbound to starkissed.
The Secret Deal to Merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox
The untold story of how Compagnie Financière Richemont agreed to merge Net-a-Porter with Yoox behind the back of Natalie Massenet for a valuation much lower than what many believed the business to be worth.
Trey Laird, Master of the American Brand
The creative director and founder of Laird + Partners talks to BoF about crafting brand communications for a slew of major fashion clients, from Tom Ford to Gap.
While You Were Sleeping: Nightwear Blooms
Fashionable nightwear has become a highly productive product category.
Mind the Gap
The Savigny Luxury index (“SLI”) continued its descent in December, falling over 6 percent, losing more ground to the MSCI World Index (“MSCI”) which fell just over 5 percent.
Sneaker Brands Tap Mid-Priced Sweet Spot
New brands, from Filling Pieces to Greats, are tapping an underserved segment of men who want quality, stylish sneakers at a fair price.
The Year in Pictures 2015
From major appointments to travelling shows, these were the standout moments and events that took place in fashion in 2015.
What Went Wrong at Prada and Fashion's Miserable Outlook for 2016
Collapsing demand in China, the strong dollar and the Paris terror attacks made 2015 a year to forget for the likes of Prada, Burberry and Cartier owner Richemont.