The Spanish fashion giant of couture, the late Cristobal Balenciaga, reshaped fashion and the silhouette figure with his infamous "sack dress" in the mid-20th century.
A namesake museum in the Northern Spain has recently opened. The design of the large museum is just as innovative as Balenciaga´s sense of style. It is situated as a sleek black cube, grafted onto the side of a 19th-century villa. At one time, Balenciaga's mother worked as a seamstress for a wealthy family in the same structure.
The museum will spotlight Balenciaga's iconic designs in a permanent collection, along with developing a program of exhibits and special events.
Every 6 to 12 months the items on display will be rotated and shown according to the span of his entire career, including the early years to essential the Balenciaga styles of today.
Highlighting his important role in fashion history, many artifacts have gone on tour. Temporary showcases have been organized and have headed towards San Francisco, Chicago, NYC and elsewhere globally.
The exhibitions will not only provide insight of the designer but be accompanied with classes, lectures and educational workshops.
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The City´s shape and functional assets are retrofitted from Balenciaga´s original motorcycle inspired collection. This is the handbag that offers that ultra chic urban style ,and yet will remain as a hot and timeless classic indefinitely.
Change the look of this trendy bag in an instant via its hand carry whipstitch detailed handles or but its detachable shoulder strap.
Raised brass hardware is apparent in decorative buckles, front pouch zip, and studs which enhances a Balenciaga designer handbag to stand out as exceptional.
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A leather trimmed mirror is included and attached to the bag by a leather strap or simply can be hidden away in one of the exterior pockets.
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