Balenciaga, a Spanish brand with a worldwide reputation.
Cristobal Balenciaga is the illustrious Spanish designer of the brand of the same name, founded a century ago now. He followed in the steps of his mother, who was a dressmaker, when he was still very young. Early success was such that customers of the firm even included the royal family. The first haute couture collection was presented in Paris. The influence of Spanish tradition was very prominent. The brand Balenciaga has helped revolutionise fashion history by overhauling the codes and the cut of the clothing at the time. After the death of the designer, creative directors would succeed each other to keep the Spanish adventure going. Nicolas Ghesquière, in particular, would play an important role in the brand and its development on the international stage. It was also Nicolas Ghesquière who launched the lines of accessories, bags and ready-to-wear for men at the beginning of the noughties.
Men's collections that are pared-down and futuristic.
By designing collections of men's clothing, Nicolas Ghesquière injected a breath of fresh air and a futuristic vibe without turning his back on the fundamentals of the brand. The masculine silhouette is thereby both elegant and modern. Importance is attached to the couture work and to the search for new shapes and ways of using fabric to add volume. We can also find mono colour designs taken back to basics, adorned only with the brand's logo. Certain sweaters, sweatshirts and cardigans, however, show great originality in their colours, prints and quirky quotes. That is how the brand successfully renewed itself to reach a young generation familiar with the latest fashion trends.
One of the leading couture houses with a presence on Vestiaire Collective.
At Vestiaire Collective, we endeavour to satisfy our customers by proposing products they may otherwise not have been able to afford. We also give you the opportunity of getting your hands on rare or vintage pieces from previous collections. Among the legendary menswear articles by Balenciaga, the following are must-have categories: