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Steven Kolb

Chief Executive, Council of Fashion Designers of America

As chief executive of the CFDA, he is a driving force behind New York Fashion Week and many initiatives for young designers.

Steven Kolb
News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

‘The Fashion Fund’ Gets a New Home: Amazon

The third season of Condé Nast Entertainment’s competition series will air on the Internet retailer’s streaming service, alongside a a dedicated retail experience.

News & Analysis

‘The Fashion Fund’ Gets a New Home: Amazon

The third season of Condé Nast Entertainment’s competition series will air on the Internet retailer’s streaming service, alongside a a dedicated retail experience.


News & Analysis

Introducing The BoF 500

Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.

News & Analysis

Introducing The BoF 500

Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.


News & Analysis

What a Week in New York

Fashion theatre, consumer entertainment and a BoF event bringing the American fashion community together were all on the agenda in New York.

News & Analysis

What a Week in New York

Fashion theatre, consumer entertainment and a BoF event bringing the American fashion community together were all on the agenda in New York.


News & Analysis

The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500

Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.

News & Analysis

The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500

Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.


Fashion Week

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?

Fashion Week

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?


Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


Fashion Week

Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?

On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?

Fashion Week

Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?

On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?


Fashion Week

A Wait-and-See Approach to NYFW: Men’s

The impact of the inaugural event remains to be seen, but buyers and designers alike are bullish on its potential.

Fashion Week

A Wait-and-See Approach to NYFW: Men’s

The impact of the inaugural event remains to be seen, but buyers and designers alike are bullish on its potential.


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.

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