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Who has designed for Balenciaga?
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The Balenciaga brand was started by Cristóbal Balenciaga who was the first designer. In 1968 he retired and closed the house but in 1986 it was purchased and reopened. The new Balenciaga was designed by Michel Goma, following him was Josephus Thimister. Nicholas Ghesquière joined as a licensed designer under Thimister and was promoted to head designer in 1997. In 2012 Alexander Wang took over as creative director but only stayed in the position for three years. Today Demna Gvasalia is the creative director. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Balenciaga Draped Dress with Asymmetrical Center Seam and Keyhole Neckline
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Located in New Hope, PA
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Balenciaga Gray Polka Dot Silk Dress with Deep-V Neckline
By Balenciaga
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic gray polka dot silk dress by Balenciaga. Deep-V neckline and empire waist that ties in back.
Details:
Unlined
Marked Size: 36
Estimated Size: Small
Color: Gray
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Balenciaga Vintage City Red Handle Bag with Silver Hardware
By Balenciaga
Located in Capri, IT
Balenciaga City red handle bag
measurements: 44 cm, 26 * 18 cm
silver hardware
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1960s Eisa Balenciaga Haute Couture White Cotton Dress Suit
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
This elegant haute couture ensemble was made during the very early 1960s by Cristóbal Balenciaga at his Spanish atelier and hence is labelled Eisa. Cristóbal opened his first fashion...
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Balenciaga Haute Couture Red Swing Bolero Jacket, Early 1960s
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Balenciaga haute couture early 1960's red silk evening jacket. Cropped swing bolero silhouette. Features a slight collar and cuffed half-sleeves. Matte red dupioni silk. Fully lined....
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Balenciaga Blue Grey Large Raffia Basket Tote Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Paris, FR
Balenciaga Blue grey “Large” raffia basket tote bag featuring black calfskin leather trim, handles and shoulder handles, interior two flat pockets and one exterior zip pocket.
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