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Workplace & Talent

Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.

Beams: A Nuanced Influencer in Japan and Beyond

TOKYO, Japan — Established in 1976, Beams is one of the longest-running and most established multi-brand retailers in Japan. Over the last two


Role Call | Sita Wadhwani, Digital Editor

Sita Wadhwani, digital editor of Vogue India, says that online, it's more important to remain energised than aim for perfection.



Fergus Purcell Creates 'Signifiers of Subculture'

Fergus 'Fergadelic' Purcell is the graphics guru who works with Palace Skateboards and created the graphics for the closely watched debut collection of the rebooted Marc By Marc Jacobs.


Role Call | Andrea Bell, Retail Editor and Trend Forecaster

Andrea Bell, a retail and consumer editor at trend forecasting agency WGSN, says that you have to be immersed in all aspects of culture to catch the next big thing.


Swarovski: Creative Innovation Engine

To coincide with the launch of BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent, we speak to Nadja Swarovski, executive board member of Swarovski, on what drives the company’s culture.



Anya Hindmarch: A World of Creativity and Humour

To coincide with the launch of BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent, we speak to Anya Hindmarch, founder and chief creative officer of Anya Hindmarch, on what drives the company’s culture.


Role Call | Luca Solca, Luxury Analyst

Luca Solca, the head of luxury goods at Exane BNP Paribas, says it's important to build industry experience and seek roles that enable you to learn a lot very quickly.


Power Moves | Jeff Rudes Exits J Brand, Paul Blum to Fred Segal, Changes at i-D

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


Role Call | Tomoko Ogura, Fashion Director

Tomoko Ogura, the senior fashion director of Barneys New York, says that there is a difference between loving clothes and loving fashion.


LVMH: Luxury’s Global Talent Academy

To coincide with the launch of BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent, we speak to Chantal Gaemperle, group EVP, human resources and synergies, on what drives the company’s culture.