Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895-1972)
Cristóbal Balenciaga went from seamstress’s son to designer’s designer. In the sixth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that the Basque couturier was self-taught and never sketched a single garment. So how did this recluse who preferred his religion to charming the press end up as such a key influence of 20th century fashion?
Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895-1972)
Cristóbal Balenciaga went from seamstress’s son to designer’s designer. In the sixth instalment of BoF’s fashion history series, we learn that the Basque couturier was self-taught and never sketched a single garment. So how did this recluse who preferred his religion to charming the press end up as such a key influence of 20th century fashion?
Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.
Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.
Power Moves | Wang Exits Balenciaga, New CEOs at Kering and Pucci
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Wang Exits Balenciaga, New CEOs at Kering and Pucci
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Balenciaga and Alexander Wang Confirm Joint Decision to End Contract
Balenciaga and Alexander Wang have announced their joint decision not to renew their contract beyond its initial term.
Balenciaga and Alexander Wang Confirm Joint Decision to End Contract
Balenciaga and Alexander Wang have announced their joint decision not to renew their contract beyond its initial term.
Alexander Wang to Exit Balenciaga, Says Report
According to a report published today, Balenciaga and parent company Kering have decided not to renew Wang's contract at the French house.
Alexander Wang to Exit Balenciaga, Says Report
According to a report published today, Balenciaga and parent company Kering have decided not to renew Wang's contract at the French house.
Alexander Wang in Contract Talks with Balenciaga
Alexander Wang, creative director of Balenciaga, is in talks on his future at the clothing label, parent company Kering SA has confirmed.
Alexander Wang in Contract Talks with Balenciaga
Alexander Wang, creative director of Balenciaga, is in talks on his future at the clothing label, parent company Kering SA has confirmed.
How Parisian Atelier Pallas Spawned a Growing Luxury Label
After seven years making prototype garments for the likes of Céline and Balenciaga, Daniel Pallas and his wife Véronique decided to launch their own line, which now generates about 50 percent of the company’s total turnover.
How Parisian Atelier Pallas Spawned a Growing Luxury Label
After seven years making prototype garments for the likes of Céline and Balenciaga, Daniel Pallas and his wife Véronique decided to launch their own line, which now generates about 50 percent of the company’s total turnover.
At the Head of Historic Houses, Does Fit Really Matter?
Recent seasons have seen a flurry of new designer appointments at historic fashion houses. Hedi Slimane at Saint Laurent. Alexander Wang at Balenciaga. Jonathan Anderson at Loewe. Do they make a good fit?
At the Head of Historic Houses, Does Fit Really Matter?
Recent seasons have seen a flurry of new designer appointments at historic fashion houses. Hedi Slimane at Saint Laurent. Alexander Wang at Balenciaga. Jonathan Anderson at Loewe. Do they make a good fit?
Power Moves | Marco Zanini Leaves Schiaparelli, Herink to Louis Vuitton, Rapp Exits Gap
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Marco Zanini Leaves Schiaparelli, Herink to Louis Vuitton, Rapp Exits Gap
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Burberry Remains Digital Luxury Leader, While Céline Trails Industry
LONDON, United Kingdom — While the impact of Burberry 's digital innovation story may be cooling as a public relations message, the British brand
Burberry Remains Digital Luxury Leader, While Céline Trails Industry
LONDON, United Kingdom — While the impact of Burberry 's digital innovation story may be cooling as a public relations message, the British brand