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
L Julier Bugge, Juliet Ingleby, and Hirschy Hirschfelder take center stage in Balenciaga’s Fall 2012 campaign, captured by the lens of Steven Meisel. Meanwhile, the men’s campaign, featuring model Marton Dorfler, is shot by Josh Olins.
Balenciaga’s fall campaign has been released, 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 designed to resemble the pristine, bathroom-tile show set, as well as in a church in Harlem. [WWD]
The spring 2011 campaign from Balenciaga delivered a change with Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen posing alongside the unrecognizable Yuri Pleskun. The campaign was photographed by Steven Meisel and styled by Marie-Amélie Sauvé.