Couture house founded by Spanish couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga (first San Sebastián boutique 1917; Paris 1937). Acquired by Gucci Group/PPR (now Kering) in 2001. Demna Gvasalia served as creative director 2015–2024 before moving to Gucci.
- Country
- France
- Founded
- 1917
- Parent
- kering
- URL
- https://www.balenciaga.com/
Connections
Outbound
- Parent company → Kering (2001)
Inbound
- Demna Gvasalia → Creative director of (2015) — until 2024
- L'Oréal → Collaborated with (2026) — 50-year fragrance licence
- Pierpaolo Piccioli → Creative director of (2025) — succeeding Demna after 16 years at Valentino
- Cristóbal Balenciaga → Founder of (1937) — first San Sebastián boutique 1919; Paris couture house at 10 avenue George V 1937; closed Paris and Madrid 1 July 1968
- Gianfranco Gianangeli → Ceo of (2024) — appointed November 2024
- Nathalie Raynaud → Executive of (2021) — joined 2021 as head of leather goods; CPO 2023; Deputy CEO 2026
- Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2026 → Produced by
Posts
- Kering Florence Strategy 2026: De Meo's Plan 2 May 2026
- Fashion Designer Debuts 2026: A Holding-Company Map primary 6 May 2026
- Piccioli Balenciaga Debut 2026: Post-Demna Reset primary 10 May 2026
- Cruise 2026: Gucci, Dior, Burberry Turnarounds 11 May 2026