Pierpaolo Piccioli’s couture debut reimagines Balenciaga in his own colourful image
Pierpaolo Piccioli has debuted his first haute couture collection for Balenciaga, drawing inspiration from Barbara Hepworth and Golden Age art. The collection emphasizes sculptural silhouettes and airy, architectural designs that prioritize the relationship between fabric and the body.
Why it matters
This collection marks a significant creative shift for a storied fashion house, highlighting the ongoing evolution of luxury couture in response to modern aesthetic and environmental influences.
Golden age art and Barbara Hepworth were among the inspirations for Piccioli’s first couture collection for Balenciaga. Photograph: WWD/Getty Golden age art and Barbara Hepworth were among the inspirations for Piccioli’s first couture collection for Balenciaga. Photograph: WWD/Getty Balenciaga Pierpaolo Piccioli’s couture debut reimagines Balenciaga in his own colourful image Italian designer brings sculptural silhouettes and playful palettes to storied house, while it is hats off to Giorgio’s niece at her second Armani Privé show
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