Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga founded his fashion label in 1917 in San Sebastian, Spain. In 1937, following the Spanish Civil War, he moved the brand in Paris, where he became a celebrated couturier and established Balenciaga’s reputation for highly conceptual, ultra-modern shapes.
After more than 50 years in business, Balenciaga closed his atelier in 1968. It was revived in 1986 under the ownership of Jacques Bogart SA and following a series of lackluster collections, found new life under designer Nicolas Ghesquière, who served as creative director from 1997 to 2012.
Since October 2015, Balenciaga’s men’s and women’s collections have been overseen by Georgian designer and artistic director Demna Gvasalia, who has worked to create desirable fashion while also engaging in broader dissertations on cultural, social and political topics.
At the same time, Gvasalia has built close relationships with other luxury and sportswear brands through a plethora of collaborative efforts with the likes of Gucci, Adidas and Vibram. Balenciaga’s work with Crocs, in particular, has produced numerous head-turning shoes that have gotten the fashion set talking.
In recent seasons, Balenciaga become a serious player in the sneaker space with its maximalist Triple S and Track sneakers, as well as its distinctive knit Speed sneaker.
Balenciaga has been part of the Kering group since 2001.
Balenciaga
Katy Perry Zips Into Balenciaga’s Baggage-like Dress With QR Code Body Art for Paris Fashion Week Spring 2025 Show
The singer wore another bold look to the French luxury fashion house's show last June.
Luis de Javier Brought out Sexy, Surrealist Bullfighter Chic for Spring 2025
Part collection and part performance art, the show was an homage to Cristóbal Balenciaga and his home country…
Police Seize More Than $6 Million Worth of Counterfeit Designer Handbags and Jewelry
A father and son have been arrested for allegedly selling counterfeit goods out of a Miami store.
As It Celebrates Turning 100, Embroidery House Lesage Plans for the Future
A new exhibition at Chanel's craftsmanship hub Le19M suggests how the company will tackle the new challenges…
Paris Exhibition Highlights Dialogue Between Demna and Cristóbal Balenciaga
It marks the first time the creative director's designs are being presented alongside archival creations by…
Naomi Watts Embraces Jewel Tones in Emerald Balenciaga Dress for Emmy Awards 2024 Red Carpet
Watts has worn Balenciaga on multiple occasions this year, including at the 2024 Met Gala.
Kim Kardashian Enlivens Balenciaga’s Liquid Illusion in Molded ‘Wet’ Dress at Kering Caring for Women Dinner With Katy Perry and More
Stars shined at the 2024 Kering Caring for Women Dinner, highlighting the company's role in philanthropy.
Balenciaga to Open New U.S. Flagship in SoHo
The 9,795-square-foot, two-story space on Greene Street features the brand's Raw Architecture design concept.
Nicole Kidman Wows in Reimagined Archival Balenciaga Gown at U.K. Premiere of Netflix’s ‘The Perfect Couple’
She's been an ambassador for the brand since December 2023.
When Soup Dumpling Meets Balenciaga: How a Shanghai Dim Sum House Plots Its World Domination
Backed by Fosun Group, the revival story of a well-loved Shanghainese treat is also a fashion-forward passion…
Balenciaga Debuts Bel Air Handbag With Campaign Starring Michelle Yeoh, Naomi Watts and Isabelle Huppert
The new tote follows the launch of Balenciaga's Rodeo bag.
Balenciaga Opening Store in São Paulo
The boutique is in the Iguatemi shopping center.
Katy Perry Goes Graphic in Balenciaga Patchwork T-shirt Dress for ‘143’ Album Interview
Perry's new album "143" debuts in September.
Kim Kardashian Channels Marilyn Monroe in Balenciaga’s Characters Campaign Featuring Naomi Watts and Isabelle Huppert
New imagery depicts the stars with Balenciaga's new Rodeo bag.
Balenciaga Launches Collaboration With Chinese Racing Video Game ‘Need for Speed Mobile’
The collaboration, which was launched in game, in store, online and on WeChat, includes pieces from…