Balenciaga, founded in 1917 by Cristóbal Balenciaga, is a cornerstone of haute couture known for its sculptural silhouettes and avant-garde innovation. Today under Demna’s creative direction, the brand challenges fashion norms with radical shapes, ironic streetwear, and bold reinterpretations of classics. Balenciaga stands as a cultural force, bridging historical craftsmanship with provocative, forward-looking design.