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Brittney Escovedo: The Beyond 8 Founder on Family Influence, Relationships & Betting on Yourself

Escovedo’s trajectory took her from healthcare to event production. Learn more.

Ippolita Lands on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile

Ippolita Rostagno marries her two passions – jewelry and home décor – in her exquisite new boutique in Chicago.

Zara Launches Capsule Collection for CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Designers

The retailer brought designs from the 2019 CVFF Design Challenge to life.

Kleenwraps: From PPE to Accessories

Designer Chris Gelinas joins Russell Silver-Fagan and Elizabeth Silver to tackle the current single-use PPE problem.

CFDA & BFC Launch Great Global Designer Face Coverings

The collaboration features six face masks from lemlem by Liya Kebede, Mara Hoffman, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, and more.

What Gabriela Hearst’s New Role at Chloé Means for American Fashion

The CFDA member was named Creative Director of Paris fashion house Chloé, succeeding Natasha Ramsay-Levi.

CFDA & TheRealReal Launch ‘Circle of Influence’ Sustainability Podcast

The series tackles important topics from rebuilding the fashion ecosystem to the intersection of race and sustainability.

Karleen Roy: The Vanity Group Founder on Truth & Transparency, Working with Music’s Top names

Roy on how taking any opportunity that comes your way can lead you to create opportunities for yourself and others.

Reintroducing Jenna Lyons: The Designer & Fashion Executive Talks TV

Lyons discusses the art of reinvention and life after J. Crew ahead of her new show on HBO Max.

Michael Bastian Appointed Creative Director of Brooks Brothers

The CFDA Award-winning designer will oversee the storied brand as it plans its next chapter.

Three Minutes, Three Questions: Agnes Bethel

Justice and Leslie Jackson-Bessent – the forces behind Agnes Bethel footwear – are a true fashion love story.

Communicating With Your Online Audience

Ashley Orfus, founder of Alab Group, shares insights on how to approach a conversation with your online audience.

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