Balenciaga

American

[buh-len-see-ah-guh, bah-len-thyah-gah] / bəˌlɛn siˈɑ gə, ˌbɑ lɛnˈθyɑ gɑ /

noun

Cristóbal 1895–1972, French fashion designer, born in Spain.

Balenciaga British

/ balenˈθjaɣa /

noun

Cristobal (krisˈtoβal). 1895–1972, Spanish couturier

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Williams rocked an all-black Balenciaga ensemble -- double-breasted suit, shirt and tie -- with a glittering brooch to finish the look.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

For this year, the company, whose stable of brands also includes the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga and Bottega Veneta, expects to return to growth and improve margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

“Good evening, everybody,” Huppert began, her structural, white Balenciaga gown commanding the room’s attention.

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026

Alongside changes in the C-suite, Kering has moved to shake up its creative offering, moving Balenciaga designer Demna Gvasalia to the top artistic job at Gucci last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

“I am Balenciaga Wren, and I’m so pleased you’re here.”

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs

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