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.
Nordstrom, the Last Great American Department Store?
What was once a humble regional chain is now, to some, the great hope of multi-brand shopping in the US. But is Nordstrom’s fun-loving, high-low merchandising strategy enough to withstand the retail apocalypse?
Marc Jacobs to Close London Store and Other European Outposts
As other luxury brands scale up their direct-to-consumer channels, the struggling LVMH-owned fashion house will significantly shrink its European retail presence.
Jonathan Saunders Resigns from DVF
Jonathan Saunders is exiting his role as chief creative officer of DVF, effective immediately.
Top EU Court to Rule Whether Luxury Brands Can Deny Shoppers Right to Buy Online
The ruling could set a precedent for whether luxury products makers can prevent their products being sold by retailers on online platforms across Europe, a market worth billions of euros.
It’s Time for Adaptive Fashion
Disabled people have long been ignored by the fashion industry, but it’s high time for reform, argued Sinéad Burke on the #BoFVOICES stage. Watch now.
Cuts to China’s Import Tariffs to Buoy Fashion and Cosmetics
Import taxes on almost 200 consumer goods categories, including fashion and cosmetics, are to be slashed in a bid to encourage more domestic spending.
Why Victoria's Secret Is Waning
With its annual fashion show extravaganza, Victoria’s Secret has devised a powerful formula for uniting content and commerce. But its image is increasingly out of sync with consumers in the world's largest markets.
Power Moves | Sebastian Suhl Joins Valentino, Michael Kors Names CBO
This week, Valentino taps Marc Jacobs CEO Sebastian Suhl for the role of managing director of global markets, while Michael Kors names Francesca Leoni as chief brand officer.
The Industry Remembers Azzedine Alaïa, A Fashion Original
The designer, whose passing was announced on Saturday morning, is remembered for his independence, compassion and creative genius.
BoF Exclusive | Inside LVMH's Executive Reshuffle
BoF speaks to the key players — Sidney Toledano, Pietro Beccari and Pierre-Yves Roussel — in the luxury group's CEO shakeup.
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.
