Seriously. The Disney+ series (yeah, I’m watching it, no shame) is a pretty good deep dive, showing how he literally *shaped* modern fashion. I mean, empires gowns? Still killing it on the red carpet, yo. Like, who woulda thunk? You think of evening elegance, and that silhouette is just…there. Balenciaga did that.
And it’s not just about the elegance, either. FWRD (love that site, by the way, total splurge central) reminds us that Balenciaga was all about inventive techniques. Remember the bubble hemline? The SACK DRESS? I mean, a *sack dress*? Who comes up with that?! Genius, that’s who. Comfort and high fashion suddenly vibing together. It’s kinda like wearing a ridiculously expensive potato sack…but making it look amazing.
I saw something about how he revolutionized silhouettes with things like the balloon jacket too. I’m just trying to imagine being a woman back then and suddenly seeing these shapes…must have been, like, mind-blowing. It’s like, clothing finally started to *interact* with the body differently. And the way it fits a woman’s figure.
Now, I’m not gonna lie, some of Balenciaga’s stuff today…it’s a *choice*. Like, the super oversized stuff? I’m not sure I can pull that off. My personal style is more…um…trying-to-look-put-together-without-actually-trying-too-hard. But I appreciate the audacity of it all, you know?
And let’s not forget, it’s not *just* Cristóbal anymore, right? It’s a legacy. Designer after designer bringing their own flavor. Some I get, some I don’t, but the brand is always evolving, always pushing boundaries.
So yeah, Balenciaga. From empire gowns to…whatever crazy thing they’re doing next season, it’s always worth paying attention. It’s not just clothes; it’s a statement. It’s history. It’s…well, it’s Balenciaga. And sometimes, that’s all you need to say. (Though, maybe avoid wearing a literal potato sack. Just a suggestion.)
