Anything that makes taking risks - arguably the only way to fight your way out - harder is a serious problem’This Fashion Life
Eudon Choi
The womenswear designer tells Marie Davies about his on-schedule debut at LFW – and his Scott of the Antarctic obsession
Christopher Shannon
The menswear designer and former Kylie stylist tells Graeme Moran why he’s in a menacing mood for autumn 12.
Heather Thomson
The founder of Yummie Tummie tells Ana Santi how she was encouraged by Beyoncé Knowles to set up the US shapewear brand.
Stefan Siegel
The founder of Not Just a Label tells Graeme Moran why a change in shopper attitudes is needed if young design talent is to flourish.
Corrie Nielsen
The winner of Fashion Fringe 2010 talks to Marie Davies about being mentored by John Galliano and her future plans.
Vik Tailor
The owner of Leeds contemporary indie Miyuki-Zoku tells Marie Davies why business is booming for his own label.
Simone Rocha
Fresh from her label’s first solo show at LFW, the daughter of John Rocha tells Graeme Moran she was destined to be a designer.
Rem D Koolhaas
The United Nude creative director and founder tells Graeme Moran how training as an architect has helped him design footwear.
Robin Scott-Lawson
The founder of events company My Beautiful City tells Marie Davies about pulling off fashion firsts when it comes to holding shows in unusual locations.
Caroline Rush
The British Fashion Council chief executive tells Marie Davies about the rapid changes at London Fashion Week and why butterflies in her stomach is a good sign
Simeon Farrar
The painter turned fashion designer tells Mandy Cohen about using T-shirts as a canvas and how a rainy British summer inspired him.
Andrew parfitt
The agent speaks to Stephen Spear about his talent for spotting the most stylish menswear brands before anyone else
Aslaug Magnusdottir
The co-founder of luxury etailer Moda Operandi tells Stephen Spear why she’s proud to be called fashion’s fairy godmother
Achilleas Constantinou
As Ariella celebrates 45 years in the business, its chief executive speaks to Marie Davies about the history of the dress brand
Anna Bance
The Girl Meets Dress co-founder speaks to Marie Davies about the award-winning designer dress rental site.
Charlotte Lamb
She used to be a lawyer, but the owner of handbag label Lamb 1887 tells Marie Davies she has a heritage in leather manufacturing
Xander Zhou
Beijing menswear designer Xander Zhou is part of a new generation of Chinese fashion talent. He tells Katherine Rushton about his country’s position in the global fashion market.
Tro Manoukian
The managing director of silk wholesaler Biddle Sawyer Silks tells Marie Davies why demand for the luxury fabric is booming.
Adam & Simon Ryan
The twin brothers and Essex Fashion Week founders tell Keely Stocker why their OOOY menswear label aims to stand out from the crowd.
Mark Ashton
The owner of agency Concept Fashion tells Marie Davies why he’s launched short-order brand Little Mistress.
Usain Bolt
The Jamaican sprinter and world’s fastest man tells Marie Davies why it’s cool to look good when breaking records.
Wade Taylor
Nicknamed Dr Denim by his peers, Wade Taylor, UK denim brand manager at Diesel, prescribes the latest trends to Marie Davies
Amos Hill
The co-owner of UK leather supplier GH Leathers speaks to Marie Davies about increased fashion demand for suede and shearling.
Caroline Gautier and Linzi Boyd, Surgery
Laura Weir talks to Caroline Gautier (left) and Linzi Boyd about how the communications and brand development agency brings labels back to life.
Louise Gray
The London Fashion Week designer tells Marie Davies about show sponsorship, launching a jewellery line and dancing in Dalston
Gemma Wiseman
The co-owner of award-winning premium womenswear indie Foundation tells Marie Davies why she feels positive about autumn 11
The Goodhood store
Kyle Stewart and Jo Sindle, owners of the London indie, tell Mandy Cohen why streetwear means more to them than just the clothing.
Marcia Kilgore
The founder of wellness footwear brand FitFlop tells Mandy Cohen how she is giving women what they want.
Jacqueline Gold
The Ann Summers boss tells Marie Davies why a bullet in the post made her even more determined to make a success of the lingerie chain.
Lisa Pritchard
The co-owner of Liverpool indie Resurrection tells Marie Davies how her vintage-inspired product mix moved with the times
Franck Mesnel
The chief executive of Eden Park tells Marie Davies how his exploits on the rugby field led to the creation of a fashion brand.
Andrea Cane
Woolrich’s creative director tells Marie Davies why the premium menswear brand’s heritage is vital to its global lifestyle ambitions
Louise Goldin
The knitwear designer and consultant to Versace tells Marie Davies what it’s like to be backed as one of fashion’s rising stars.
Lulu Kennedy
The founder of Fashion East, which supports emerging talent at LFW, tells Marie Davies how she has become fashion’s fairy godmother.
Martyn Roberts
The founder of the Vauxhall Fashion Scout emerging talent event tells Marie Davies why a business mind is crucial for young designers.
Frank Voit
Skatewear brand Element’s European general manager tells Marie Davies why he’s excited about ethical lifestyle range Element Emerald.
Mariam Poorsalehi
Occasionwear brand Ispirato’s head of design tells Ruth Faulkner why her customers demanded a high summer collection.
Grace Woodward
The X Factor stylist tells Steve Spear about her plans for TV fashion stardom and ‘more bonkers outfits’ – not including helmets
Stacey Smith
The menswear buyer for Matches tells Graeme Moran how a man should dress and gives her style predictions for 2012.
Rachael Ruddick
The luxury leather bags and accessories designer speaks to Graeme Moran about her Australian origins and selling out in Selfridges.
Anna Laub
Prism’s founder tells Graeme Moran how a glasses and swimwear label that was born out of frustration now counts Elton John as a fan
Rhowen Yoki
The owner of Cornwall indie Fusion speaks to Marie Davies about the challenges of transforming a single surf store into a four-store young fashion destination.
Mauro Simionato
The co-owner of footwear brand Volta tells Marie Davies about creating a hybrid shoe and developing its signature style.
Dean Batty
A near-death experience at sea inspired the industry veteran to launch his own menswear brand, Cro’Jack. He tells Stephen Spear why
Alice Stone
The founder of scarf label Lily and Lionel tells Stephen Spear why the time is right for it to move into men’s styles and handbags
Guy West
The co-founder of Jeffery-West tells Stephen Spear why his men’s footwear brand stands out amid today’s boring, middle-of-the road fashion.
Paula Fitzpatrick
The owner of London indie Love KR tells Stephen Spear whether she has any regrets about moving from wholesale into retailing.
David Newman
The managing director of Supremebeing tells Marie Davies how the streetwear brand was born out of his passion for graphics
Oliver Spencer
The designer tells Laura Weir why, 10 years after the launch of his premium label, he has opened a standalone footwear store.
Donna Ida
The queen of jeans and indie owner tells Marie Davies why size and age discrimination have no place in her boutiques.
Patrick Pergament
Petit Bateau has just opened its 10th UK store in London. Its chief executive tells Victoria Gallagher why he left Prada to help the kidswear brand fulfil its potential.
Steve Monaghan
The director of PR agency Sane Communications tells Laura Weir why his online menswear store The Great Divide is just like a local pub.
Andrew Townsin
Aigle has just opened a UK showroom in an Oxfordshire manor house. The outdoor brand’s country manager tells Laura Weir it is all part of its lifestyle focus.
Rebecca Minkoff
The designer is renowned for her handbags, but she tells Laura Weir why she wishes she’d created a humble straw tote.
Nicola Giorgio
Hogan’s general manager speaks to Marie Davies about raising the luxury brand’s profile with a little help from Karl Lagerfeld.
Bobby Langley
The merchandising boss at Sony Records talks to Martin Teall about the music label’s Deconstructed T-shirt brand.
Patsy Seddon
The founder of Phase Eight talks to Ruth Faulkner about her new label, who has inspired her and how the industry has changed.
Janet Wardley
Harvey Nichols’ head of visual display tells Marie Davies what goes into creating some of retail’s most eye-catching windows
Tory Burch
The US designer famed for her footwear tells Mandy Cohen why she’s looking forward to her first UK standalone store.
Style-Passport
Laura Weir asks Sarah Walter (right) and Sam Jones about their premium womenswear site Style-Passport, which launches next month
Tinchy Stryder
The British rap star tells Marie Davies why he wanted to grow his streetwear brand Star In The Hood via UK indies
Massimo Ferrucci
7 For All Mankind’s general manager tells Marie Davies how the premium denim brand plans to sell a lot more than jeans in the UK.
Anya Hindmarch
The accessories designer tells Marie Davies how she will fly the flag for UK business through her new British Fashion Council role.
Luke Roper
The co-founder of Luke tells Suzanne Bearne how he can trace the young fashion brand’s roots back to a caravan in Norfolk.
Vicky Haddon
The creative director of Hudson tells Marie Davies how the contemporary footwear brand is embracing fast fashion.
Jason Denham
As his first UK store opens, the founder of premium jeans brand Denham tells Laura Weir where denim trends are heading.
Kevin Rogers
House of Fraser’s menswear buyer tells Marie Davies how the market has changed since he started his career.
Lucio Castro
The Armani Exchange menswear design director talks to Ana Santi about the spring 11 collection and gives some clues as to what’s in store for autumn 11.
Zac Posen
The New York womenswear designer tells Marie Davies about his global ambitions and how he has learnt from his mistakes.
Sheila Clancy
The buying director of private Sales website Cocosa speaks to Marie Davies about its plans to move into menswear.
