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Pallavi Sehgal The long answer: 2025: The Year of Renaissance at the Crossroads For years, BoF has framed critical moments in fashion through the lens of the “crossroads.” From France at a Crossroads (2017) to India’s Fashion Industry at a Crossroads (2020), the Creative Crossroads (2023), and most recently Lululemon at a Crossroads (2024), these recurring moments have mapped out a decade of challenges, evolution, and opportunity. And now, in 2025, those many crossroads have converged into something larger—a rare moment of transformation. With nine major houses appointing new creative directors, we are witnessing the kind of opportunity that comes along perhaps once in a generation—a moment as rare as the rise of the Antwerp Six in the 1980s. Why This Moment Matters BoF’s use of the “crossroads” metaphor reminds us that inflection points demand action. But what happens when so many align at the same time? 1. New Creative Leadership Appointments like: • Matthieu Blazy @ Chanel • Sarah Burton @ Givenchy • Louise Trotter @ Bottega Veneta • Veronica Leoni @ Calvin Klein • Haider Ackermann @ Tom Ford These creative leaders carry the potential to: • Reimagine heritage for modern audiences. • Align luxury with sustainability, inclusivity, and digital innovation. • Redefine storytelling through craftsmanship and authenticity. 2. The Zeitgeist Moment Past crossroads moments—whether Lululemon’s strategic recalibration or India’s entrepreneurial resilience—show that transformation emerges when leaders embrace challenges like: • Sustainability pressures (circularity, slow fashion). • Digital transformation (AI, metaverse, virtual fashion). • Cultural inclusivity, reflecting diverse and authentic global stories. 3. Craftsmanship and Long-Term Value The renewed focus on craftsmanship reflects consumer demand for longevity and emotional resonance. Designers like Blazy and Ackermann are set to bridge the gap between heritage and experimentation, balancing innovation with artistry. From Crossroads to Renaissance BoF asked: “Is this an inflection point for luxury fashion?” In 2025, the answer feels clear: Yes—if this rare moment is seized. We stand not just at another crossroads, but at the edge of a renaissance, where creative leaders can craft a new blueprint for the industry—one that is sustainable, inclusive, and innovative. This is the moment to redefine the map entirely. I live in hope. What about you? Will this generation of creative leaders step into the challenge? Let’s discuss. #LuxuryRenaissance #CreativeLeadership #FashionCrossroads #SustainabilityInLuxury #FashionInnovation #HeritageAndCraftsmanship #LuxuryFashion #InflectionPoint #FutureOfFashion @The Business of Fashion @Marc Bain @Phyllida Jay @Vikram Alexei Kansara