Demna's Balenciaga Farewell: The Grand Finale
Description
Join us for an in-depth look at Demna's 54th and final Balenciaga Couture Collection, a "love letter to Paris and Balenciaga" before his departure to Gucci. This collection serves as a retrospective of his decade-long tenure, emphasizing his mastery of architectural yet modern couture techniques.
We delve into key elements like the reinterpreted, soft, and structured corset, which served as a guiding principle, and the distinctive Neapolitan tailoring, known for its comfort and lightness, modeled even on a bodybuilder's physique to showcase its unique drape.
Discover how Demna consistently drew inspiration from Balenciaga's legacy while infusing his personal style, pioneering menswear in the couture salon, and reimagining everyday items like jeans and puffer jackets as haute couture.
The episode also explores the significance of his encounter with Cristobal Balenciaga’s fitting model, Danielle Slavik, which validated his place at the house.
We'll discuss Demna's profound impact on fashion and culture, his innovative use of the runway, and the diverse community reactions to his bittersweet farewell.
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