Padlock bag in exotic leather.

Cristóbal Balenciaga was described by his contemporaries — including Coco Chanel — as “the master of us all” for his technical skill and his architectural approach to couture. His creations are distinguished by sculptural volumes, innovative proportions, and extreme line purity. His iconic sack, tunic, and balloon dresses, as well as cocoon coats and silhouettes deliberately detached from the body, represent an aesthetic that anticipated modern fashion.

Following the founder's retirement in 1968 and his death in 1972, the brand underwent a period of silence until its rebirth in the 1990s. In 1997, the arrival of Nicolas Ghesquière marked a new era: the designer introduced a futuristic and experimental vision that redefined the maison, creating cult pieces such as the City Bag and high-tech silhouettes.

In 2015, the creative direction passed to Demna Gvasalia, who revolutionized Balenciaga with a contemporary, streetwear, and conceptual sensibility. Oversized fits, extreme volumes, irony, and provocation became defining traits. While innovating radically, Demna maintains the founder's legacy: the pursuit of volume, impeccable construction, and attention to the architecture of the garment.

• Balenciaga.
• Padlock bag.
• Exotic leather.