Balenciaga
Journey through Balenciaga’s evolution with Wallpaper* and see how their unique vision and innovation continue to inspire and captivate.
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Best in shows: Wallpaper* picks S/S 2024’s standout looksAs part of Wallpaper’s Design Awards 2024 issue, we select the winning S/S 2024 runway collections – and their defining looks – at the start of a new season in style
By Jack Moss Published
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Golden age: high jewellery takes its lead from ancient armourHigh jewellery designers take their lead from ancient armour motifs to create a feast of striking pieces with a romantic element
By Caragh McKay Published
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Take a 360-degree tour of Balenciaga’s renovated couture salonCreated using 3D-scanning technology, Balenciaga offers an unprecedented glimpse into its historic home on Paris’ Avenue George V, which has recently been renovated under creative director Demna
By Jack Moss Published
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Air France celebrates 90 years of ‘je-ne-sais-quoi’ with Galeries Lafayette takeoverAir France marks 90 years with window displays at the Paris department store, featuring works by costume designer Xavier Ronze, alongside special products and experiences
By Jack Moss Published
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The evolution of RabanneOnce known for its futuristic couture, 1960s-founded fashion house Rabanne is evolving under the creative direction of Julien Dossena, but remains true to its founder’s avant-garde legacy
By Jack Moss Published
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’Raw Architecture’: inside Balenciaga’s latest opening in Hamburg, GermanyBalenciaga’s new Hamburg store, designed by Berlin-based studio Sub, is the latest in its ‘Raw Architecture’ concept – stripped-down spaces made to challenge ‘codes of luxury’
By Jack Moss Published
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In memoriam: Paco Rabanne (1934 – 2023)Spanish designer Paco Rabanne, known for his visionary ‘Space Age’ fashion and experimental fragrances, has died aged 88
By Jack Moss Published
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Christmas baubles for fashion fans, from Dior to PradaFashionable Christmas baubles and designer decorations to add a sartorial flourish to this year’s tree from Celine, Dior, Prada, and more
By Jack Moss Published
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Summer party dresses: up your glamour gameHow to navigate ocassion wear in a heatwave? These party dresses will dial up the drama
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Walk this way: navigating S/S 2021's Paris Fashion WeekHow the City of Lights looked to the sartorial realities of our much changed lifestyles
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Rounding up the top show venues for the men's S/S 2017 seasonBy Ali Morris Last updated
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Balenciaga A/W 2016New artistic director Demna Gvasalia broadcast his vision for the house of Balenciaga to the world at the most anticipated show of the season
By Katrina Israel Last updated
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Picture this! Jason Lloyd Evans' fashion show archiveThe British photographer shares his favourite backstage images, from the runway shows of Prada, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga and more
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Balenciaga S/S 2017By Siska Lyssens Last updated
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Balenciaga S/S 2018By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Balenciaga S/S 2019 Paris Fashion Week Women'sBy Marta Represa Last updated
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Balenciaga A/W 2017By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Balenciaga A/W 2019 Paris Fashion Week Women'sBy Laura Hawkins Last updated
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The show celebrating Alaïa and Balenciaga's sculpting prowessA new exhibition in Paris celebrates the work of the late Azzedine Alaïa and Cristobal Balenciaga, featuring over 56 garments which are showcased alongside each other for the first time
By Harriet Quick Last updated
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Hyper-real mannequins stare from Balenciaga’s Sloane Street store in LondonBy Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Special delivery: the finest invitations from the S/S 2016 women's showsBy Jessica Klingelfuss Last updated
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From The Simpsons to the European Parliament: best Balenciaga show sets‘Ay, caramba!' In celebration of The Simpsons-inspired Balenciaga S/S 2022 runway show, which saw the residents of Springfield descend onto the catwalks of Paris Fashion Week, we present the best recent fashion show sets from the Parisian maison
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Choose your fighter: the fashion brands outfitting video gamersFashion proves there’s more to video game success than having a good game face. Luxury labels including Prada, Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton have launched in-game skins and clothing so avatars can outfit themselves in high fashion looks. Let's play!
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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A behind-the-scenes look at the Balenciaga Couture candleSmell scientist Sissel Tolaas takes us into her lab to share the bizarre but ingenious story behind the new Balenciaga Couture candle’s fragrance
By Mary Cleary Last updated
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Balenciaga A/W 2014By Katrina Israel Last updated
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How to be an impeccably dressed wedding guestUp the drama and dazzle at your next autumnal nuptial celebration. Divorce that dialled down dressing. Ostentation and elegance are a match made in style heaven.
By Laura Hawkins Last updated
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Fashion maths: S/S 2016From exploding BMWs to Balthus cats, the fashion shows in numbers... Illustrator: Nathalie Lees; Writer: JJ Martin
By Jack Moss Last updated


