BALENCIAGA Is Coming To The City of Angels

Gucci, Versace, Dior, Louis Vuitton, CELINE, Saint Laurent, and now Demna’s Balenciaga — it seems the allure of Los Angeles, California, continues to captivate the biggest fashion brands in the world. Demna, the creative force behind Balenciaga, has shown a penchant for taking the brand to the United States before. In the past, the House wowed audiences with an adidas-packed Spring 2023 runway show at the New York Stock Exchange, where models clad in gimp masks and couture sportswear made an unforgettable impression.

Balenciaga is set to return to LA on December 2, showcasing its Fall 2024 men’s and women’s co-ed runway collection. This three-month delay from its traditional Paris Fashion Week debut will offer a unique opportunity for the fashion elite to witness the brand’s Summer 2024 collection in the City of Lights.

While heading to LA is not entirely novel for luxury brands, it represents a refreshing departure from Balenciaga’s previous ventures. Subverting the traditional NYSE setting made perfect sense in 2022, aligning with the House’s bold and boundary-pushing ethos. Now, as Balenciaga looks to evolve, the sophistication of a Parisian couture space at 10 Avenue George V may resonate more deeply with its current vision.

As we eagerly await the LA showcase, speculation is rife about the possibilities it could bring. Glitz, glamour, sparkling designs, and an homage to old Hollywood are just a few intriguing ideas worth pondering. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as the news unfolds and the fashion world eagerly anticipates the latest from Demna’s Balenciaga in the City of Angels.