Balenciaga, the renowned luxury fashion brand, introduced its latest creation – the Balenciaga Arena Extra-Large Shopper Tote Bag, with a price tag of $2,150. Interestingly, this bag drew attention for its uncanny resemblance to IKEA’s iconic Frakta bag. In a lighthearted response, Ikea showcased its sense of humor by releasing an advertisement providing guidance on distinguishing the original from the ‘copy.’
Following the departure of Alexander Wang, Balenciaga has appointed Demna Gvasalia as the new creative director. The 34-year-old Georgian designer graduated from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of Antwerp and is the founder of provocative Parisian label Vetements.
“I am very pleased to welcome Demna Gvasalia as the artistic director of Balenciaga’s collections. He has quickly emerged as the best choice for the new artistic direction of the maison. With his mastery of techniques, his expertise and fashion knowledge, in conjunction with his innovative and carefully considered approach, Demna Gvasalia adopts a unique vision of the designer’s role today and thus recalls Cristobal Balenciaga’s own vision. I am confident that he will succeed in embracing Balenciaga’s core values and developing them in harmony with today’s global changes.” – stated Isabelle Guichot, president and CEO of Balenciaga.
It’s official—Alexander Wang will assume the role of the new creative director at Balenciaga. The 28-year-old will succeed former creative director Nicolas Ghesquière, who departed from the position on Friday after 15 years. “I am deeply honored to embark on this new role for a brand and house that I have such great admiration and … Read more
Julier Bugge, Juliet Ingleby & Hirschy Hirschfelder star in Balenciaga’s Fall 2012 campaign photographed by Steven Meisel. The men’s campaign is shot by Josh Olins staring model
Balenciaga Resort 2012 by Nicolas Ghesquière, video directed by Steven Meisel. Music by Philip Glass
Balenciaga’s fall campaign is out featuring models Julia Nobis, Juliane Gruner, Carla Gebhert and Liisa Winkler, styled by Marie Amélie Sauvé. Photographed by Steven Meisel the shoot took place in a New York studio made to resemble the pristine, bathroom-tile show set, and also a church in Harlem. [WWD]