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Flights of fancy
After two years away from the runway, Dries Van Noten returned atop a Parisian carpark at sunset and proved his appetite for surprise, history and reinvention remains gloriously undiminished.
Better together
An acquisitive Hungarian believes he has the recipe for central Europe’s first luxury group. Here’s his plan...
Call to action
How Japanese outdoors company Goldwin melds technical prowess with sharp cuts for adventurers and urban explorers – and is now known for producing the world’s most coveted outdoorswear.
Class of its own
Fashion schools tend to be either technical or conceptual. Yet Florence's Polimoda is stitching together a new approach, promoting both practical skills and artistic experimentation.
Weave just begun
One company’s experimental approach has wool manufacturers and brands spinning new yarns.
Evolution theory
Since becoming CEO of Gucci in 2015 Marco Bizzarri has found competitive advantage in embracing change. Here he explains the importance of following your instincts – and being open to the world.
Birkenstock bets on growth and German manufacturing after L Catterton deal
Birkenstock stayed in the family of its namesake cobbler from 1774 until recently, when it was bought by L Catterton.
Tread lightly
It's the socially responsible brand that showed that doing good can look good too. Now Veja's trainers are the go-to for cool teenagers and their mums.
Fashion: Wear it’s at
They might not fit the archetype of the high-end tailor but a new generation of smart young outfitters is now at the cutting edge of bespoke menswear.
Staying in shape
Five prominent players from across the fashion sector tell us how their industry has fared over the past year – and how they have adjusted to meet new business opportunities.
