Marc Jacobs
Founder & Designer, Marc Jacobs
The decorated American designer was the first to introduce '90s grunge to the catwalk and grew his namesake brand into a global fashion force.
Elizabeth and James Leaves Contemporary Market Behind for Kohl's
Once a $50 million business, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s contemporary line closed its doors last year after an attempt to hew closer to The Row’s style fell flat. The brand will live on via a licensing deal with Kohl’s.
Rent the Runway to Expand Into Kids' Clothing
The apparel rental service plans on introducing a slew of new categories on the heels of its $125 million Series F round.
What Tom Ford’s CFDA Post Means for American Fashion
After a three-year search, the organisation has found a successor for Diane von Furstenberg.
Julie de Libran in Dispute With Sonia Rykiel Owners
The designer, whose exit was announced on Monday, said that owners First Heritage Brands are in breach of contract. A representative for the company said she resigned.
Remembering Fashion Alchemist Judy Blame
London’s demi-monde gathered to honour the multi-hyphenate fashion creative, famous for saying ‘I’ll take a piece of rubbish and make it the chicest thing you’ve ever seen.’
Could Forty Five Ten Be the Millennial Generation’s Answer to Barneys?
With a new team in place, the Dallas-based retailer plans to woo young, local consumers to its Hudson Yards store by mixing luxury standbys with unexpected labels, home goods and vintage. But can it make it in Manhattan, where the competition is both fierce and familiar?
Runway Hairstylist Josh Wood Receives Investment From Glossier and Farfetch Backer
The London-based hair colourist will use the new $6.5 million funding to scale the e-commerce model of his eponymous brand.
Top 10 Shows of the Season
After a fashion month where real clothes largely ruled over high concept, BoF's editors pick the top ten shows of the season.
Why It Bags Are Making a Comeback
Yesterday’s viral status symbols, including the Dior Saddle and Fendi Baguette, are relaunching with Instagram-friendly marketing techniques and familiar silhouettes. Why now?
LVMH Plans London Hotel and New Flagship in Experiential Push
BoF has learned that the French luxury group has plans for a Cheval Blanc hotel and associated restaurants, a spa and a flagship store that appears intended for Hedi Slimane’s Celine on Grafton Street in London’s Mayfair.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
