It seems to be the end of an era as Nicolas Ghesquiere leaves Balenciaga after reigning supreme as creative director for 15 years.
During his time at the historic fashion house, the French designer spearheaded the brand's collective genius with season after season of critical acclaim. Deemed "an incomparable creative talent" by François Pinault, founder of PPR, the designer's surprising exit from the brand has left the fashion industry in a speculative state.
This compiled list showcases Nicolas Ghesquiere's creative brilliance throughout his time at the Basque fashion house. It entices with its display of design genius characterized by iconic structural garments, sleek overcoats and statement shoes. His tireless quest to keep the legacy of Cristóbal Balenciaga alive has made his creations some of the most coveted by world-renowned editors.
38 Brilliant Balenciaga Features
Showcasing Fashion Genius as Nicolas Ghesquiere Leaves Balenciaga:
Alexandra Serrano — Nov 6, 2012 — Fashion
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Gold C-3PO Leggings
Balenciaga's Futuristic Fashion
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Eccentric 80s Menswear
The Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is a Retro Throwback
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Disheveled Couture Ads
The Balenciaga Spring 2012 Campaign is in Structured Disarray
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Kaleidoscopic Print Runways
The Balenciaga Resort 2012 Collection Defies the Color-Blocking Theme
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Sophisticated Racecar Shoots
The China Chow for Elle US Editorial is About Speed & Style
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Fashion Royalty Photo Shoots
The Vogue 120 Editorial Showcases the Industry's Brightest Stars
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Retro Sci-fi Campaigns
The Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2013 Collection was Shot by Steven Meisel
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Play-Doh Booties
The Balenciaga Spring 2010 Shoes are Playfully Colortastic
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Dynamically Textured Fashion
The Balenciaga AW10 Collection Explodes with Detail
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Luxury Leisure Sneakers
The Balenciaga Contrast Panel Trainers are Headed in the Right Direction
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China Doll Gladiator Fashion
Jennifer Connelly for Balenciaga
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Awkwardly Posed Editorials
Jennifer Connelly Looks Broken in Balenciaga Spread
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Futuristic Folk Fashion
Ethnic Warrior Style at the Balenciaga Spring 2010 Show
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Pastel Eyebrows
Pastel Brow Colors Emerge at Balenciaga Fall 2010
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Oil Spill Inspired Fashion
Runways Blacked out for Fall
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Stilettos Inspired by Snowboard Boots
Balenciaga's Bizarre Sportiletto Sandals
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Ruffled Oceanic Ensembles
The Balenciaga Resort 2013 Collection Channels the Deep Blue Sea
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Sci-Fi Pants
Nerd It Up With Studded Leggings C3P0 Will Be Jealous of
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Grand Gilded Garments
The Balenciaga Spring 2012 Collection is Sure to Steal Your Heart
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Rabbit Silhouette Fashion Crests
Balenciaga S/S 2009
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Retro Mod Menswear
The Balenciaga Autumn/Winter Mens Collection is 60s Inspired
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Stiffly Structured Dresses
Balenciaga's Fall 2008 Collection
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Craftful Fashion
Balenciaga'S Cut and Paste Spring/Summer 2010 Campaign
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Disco Jumpers
Balenciaga Spring 2009 Ready-To-Wear
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Haute Industrial Rings
The Balenciaga Resort 2011 Accessories Collection is Big and Bold
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Eccentric 80s Advertorials
The Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2012/2013 Campaign is Retro-Infused
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Speckly Turtleneck Dresses
Jennifer Connelly Balenciaga Fall 2009 Campaign Features Polkadot Tight
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Belt-Like Timepieces
The Balenciaga Watch is Inspired by Cristobal Balenciaga Historical Clock
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Parisian Celebrity Perfumes
Charlotte Gainsbourg Says Balenciaga Paris Perfume is Worth Waiting Fo
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Contemporary Colorblock Heels
The Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2010 Shoes
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Prophetic Print Footwear
The Pierry Hardy x Balenciaga Resort 2012 Sandals are Out of This World
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Faux Gorilla Fashion Arms
Balenciaga 2009 Pre-Fall Collection Focuses on Gloves to Keep Hands Hot
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Couture-Clad Disney Stars
The Barney’s x Walt Disney Electric Holiday Campaign is Cute
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Volcanic Autumn Campaigns
Balenciaga Fall 2010 Advertisements Add a Fiery Twist
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Bootyful Boot Ads
Balenciaga Studded Boot Ad from Italian Vogue is Steamy
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Continuous Collar Coats
Phil Oh Finds a Fashion Forward Balenciaga Jacket in Tokyo
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Stunning Fashion Show Invites
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Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion
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Stylish City-Inspired Collections
Paris and New York Inspired Dior's 2024 Collection
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The Louis Vuitton x Tyler, the Creator Line is Chic
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Moncler’s Studio Ascenti Presented Its Design in Paris
Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series
Fendi Unveils its Latest Collection Made for FW24
Monochrome Sophisticated Apparel
The Blvck Paris x Keith Haring Capsule Offers Dynamic Artistry
Reinvented Normal Clothing Silhouettes
Hed Mayner's Spring/Summer 2024 Boasts Unexpected Detailing
Luxe Summer-Ready Fashion Series
Gucci Vault Presents a New Collaborative Collection
Luxury Technical Clothing Lines
Y-3 Embraces Performance-Driven Fabrics and Luxury
Stylish Collaborative Avant-Garde Collections
Paris Saint-Germain and Blvck Paris Launch a Capsule
Eye-Catching Experimental Garments
Emerging Designer IZZY DU Continues to Stun Audiences
Celebrity-Led Luxury Handbag Campaigns
BALENCIAGA and Kim Kardashian Join Forces
Cowboy-Inspired Runways
Louis Vuitton FW 2024 features Heavy Cowboy Motifs
Fashion House Chip Bags
Balenciaga Presents Its Own Branded Premium Snack Bags
Gold-Toe Sneaker Lines
The Made in Schiaparelli Sneaker Blends Streetwear & High-End Sensibilities
Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion
Studio Nicholson Presents its Fall 2024 Collection
Denim-Tinged Luxe Chunky Sneakers
Balenciaga Unveils a New Denim Triple S Sneaker Model
Dynamic Sci-Fi Fashion Collabs
Fendi and MAD Architects Join Forces on a Futuristic Capsule
Gender Inclusive Ballerina Shoes
Balenciaga Launch Gender Inclusive 'Leopold Ballerina' Shoes
Gilded Retail Exhibitions
Schiaparelli Debuts 'Through the Keyhole' Pop-Up in Shanghai
Masculinity-Exploring Fashion Collections
Dior Spring 2024 Draws Inspiration from Menswear Codes
Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows
Sabato De Sarno Unveils the Luxe Gucci Men's Collection
Remixed Monogrammed Collections
The LV Remix Collection Celebrates Heritage While Looking Ahead
Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers
Balenciaga Showcases a Look at its New Reptile Sneaker
Music-Informed Fashion Collections
Roc Nation and Moncler Join Forces on a New Capsule
Travel-inspired Sophisticated Fashion Collections
Lemaire Debuts the Spring/Summer 2024 Capsule
Sophisticated Minimalist Luxury Fashion
Alexander Mcqueen Showcases the Spring/Summer 2024 Capsule
Luxe Leather-Lined Plaid Sneakers
Burberry Introduces a Look at the Terrace Sneaker
Avant-Garde Fall Menswear
Rick Owens Unveils the LUXOR Collection for Fall/Winter 2023
Pre-Distressed Sneaker-Inspired Mules
Balenciaga Drew Inspiration from an Old Footwear Design
Modern Women-Exploring Luxe Fashion
The Fendi SS24 Series was Unveiled on the Runways
Big Bang-Inspired Fashion Collections
COMME des GARÇONS' FW23 Looks to the Origins of Life
Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes
Balenciage Presents its First Basketball Sneaker Model
Technical High-Fashion Sneakers
The Balenciaga 3XL Sneaker Showcases Exaggerated Soles
Loud Luxury Fashion
Moschino SS24 Pokes Fun at "Quiet Luxury" with Maximalist Styles
Star-Studded Luxe Fashion Campaigns
Alexander McQueen Presents its Dramatic FW23 Campaign
Dynamic Artful Outerwear Capsule
Moncler and adidas Join on the Art of Explorers Collection
Experimental Summer Technical Fashion
_J.L-A.L_ Launches its SS23 Collection with Technical Cuts
Sparkling Luxurious Bright Clogs
Balenciaga Unveils a New Iteration of the Technoclog Shoe
Masculine Fashion House Jewelry
The Louis Vuitton Les Gastons Vuitton Collection is Demure
Drag-Inspired Fashion Shows
Ervin Latimmier's Spring/Summer 2024 Embraces a Drag Narrative
Interactive Shoppable High-Fashion Films
The Saint Laurent Summer 2024 Collection is Chic
Fragrance-Integrated Fashion Accessories
Versace Integrates the Bright Crystal Perfume to Shoes
Opulent Timeless Fashion
Wales Bonner Debuted the Fall/Winter 2023 Twilight Reverie Collection
Proportion-Exploring Mystical Menswear
Alexander McQueen Presents His Intricate SS24 Collection
Luxury Skatewear Collections
Balenciaga Unveils Its Latest Skatewear Themed Apparel Collection
Musician-Fronted Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Jacquemus Launched a Campaign Featuring Bad Bunny
Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers
Balenciaga Introduces a Look at its Reptile Sneaker Model
Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion
Jean Paul Gaultier Presents the Body Tattoo Apparel Designs
Leather-Clad Luxe Fall Fashion
Bottega Veneta Unveils its FW23 Collection in Milan
French Baguette-Shaped Bags
The Fendi Baguette Drew Attention at Milan Fashion Week
Victory-Inspired Premium Fashion
Wales Bonner Presents the Marathon Collection for SS24
No-Fuss Fashion Collections
MM6 Maison Margiela Debuts Its Resort 2024 Collection
Renaissance-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Lanvin's Winter 2023 Debut Features a Mix of Inspirations
Sophisticated Technical Fashion Collections
_J.L-A.L_ Showacses the Spring/summer 2023 Capsule
Dynamic Avant-Garde Stealthy Sneakers
Y-3 Presents the GENDO Sneaker for the SS23 Season
Portugal-Inspired Spring Fashion
Drôle de Monsieur Introduces its New Collection for SS23
Exquisite High Jewelry Campaigns
Boucheron's New Campaign Film Was Directed by Claire Choisne
British Culture-Honoring Luxe Fashion
The Burberry Summer 2024 Range is Unveiled During LFW
Parisian Boutique Hotels
Le Grand Mazarin Was Decorated by a Legendary Interior Designer
Surprise Fashion Line Drops
Alessandro Michele Introduced a Surprise Valentino Collection
Chic Modern Fashion Collections
Hugo X Les Benjamins Blends Eastern and Western Fashion
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Jean Paul Gaultier Unveils the new BURN Collection
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Uniqlo U Introduces its Latest Collection for SS23
Charismatic Traditional Spring Fashion
Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY Drops STATANT PASSANT RAMPANT
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A Kind of Guise Presents a Look at the SS24 Collection
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LOEWE Presents its New Collection of Menswear for the SS24 Season
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JORDANLUCA Unveils FW24 During Milan Fashion Week
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The côte&ciel FW23 Range is Visually Striking and Practical
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Wild Rose & Sparrow Showcase 20 Unique Styles for SS25 in Paris
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The Les Éternels De Balmain Fragrance Collection Has Eight Scents
Androgynous Resort Fashion Capsules
Edward Crutchley Presents his Latest Resort Capsule
Artist-Honoring Sleek Timepieces
Swatch Presents the JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT Collection
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The Lee x Jean-Michel Basquiat Capsule is Effortlessly Stylish
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The Collaboration Between Leviev and Bach Mai is Noteworthy
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Balenciaga Unveils the Triple S Mule Hybrid Silhouette for SS23
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