Founded in 1917 by Cristóbal Balenciaga in San Sebastien, Spain, before moving to Paris, France in 1937, the house revolutionized fashion with its architectural silhouettes and avant-garde mastery. Known for the Balloon Jacket and Empire Line, Balenciaga became a favorite of royalty and high society. Today, under the creative direction of Pierpaolo Piccioli, the brand has entered a new chapter of 'human-centric' elegance. Piccioli blends the house’s sculptural couture roots with a poetic, modern sensibility, moving away from streetwear to focus on vibrant colors, dramatic portrait collars, and a sophisticated, high-craft aesthetic that challenges fashion norms through beauty and care.