Balmain
Balmain in Black and White
Olivier Rousteing turned down the glitz for a largely monochromatic collection that was coherent, authentic and raised a comment on the hate that can fester in the digital world.
Balmain in Black and White
Olivier Rousteing turned down the glitz for a largely monochromatic collection that was coherent, authentic and raised a comment on the hate that can fester in the digital world.
At Balmain, Does a New Logo Signal New Opportunity?
For the first time in its nearly 80-year history, Balmain is rebranding. But the move is only one element of chief executive Massimo Piombini’s plan to transform the French label from niche player to powerhouse.
At Balmain, Does a New Logo Signal New Opportunity?
For the first time in its nearly 80-year history, Balmain is rebranding. But the move is only one element of chief executive Massimo Piombini’s plan to transform the French label from niche player to powerhouse.
Balmain Brings Egypt to Paris
Olivier Rousteing’s latest collection featured garments imprinted with hieroglyphics and pyramids, but more successful was his playful approach to French classics.
Balmain Brings Egypt to Paris
Olivier Rousteing’s latest collection featured garments imprinted with hieroglyphics and pyramids, but more successful was his playful approach to French classics.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Balmain's Brotherhood
Olivier Rousteing's overall message was one of inclusion, making for one of his most accomplished shows so far.
Balmain's Brotherhood
Olivier Rousteing's overall message was one of inclusion, making for one of his most accomplished shows so far.
A Futurist Game Plan at Balmain
The collection's passages read like capsules rather than a singular message, and a tighter edit could help clarify that.
A Futurist Game Plan at Balmain
The collection's passages read like capsules rather than a singular message, and a tighter edit could help clarify that.
Mayhoola: Inside the Secretive Qatari Luxury Empire
In less than a decade, the investment vehicle backed by the Qatari royal family has built an impressive stable of luxury brands that now includes Valentino and Balmain. Could it become a rival to LVMH and Kering, or will political unrest hold back its ascent?
Mayhoola: Inside the Secretive Qatari Luxury Empire
In less than a decade, the investment vehicle backed by the Qatari royal family has built an impressive stable of luxury brands that now includes Valentino and Balmain. Could it become a rival to LVMH and Kering, or will political unrest hold back its ascent?
Another High-Voltage Punch at Balmain
Despite promises of revolution, Olivier Rousteing’s latest outing was business as usual.
Another High-Voltage Punch at Balmain
Despite promises of revolution, Olivier Rousteing’s latest outing was business as usual.
Power Moves | Mytheresa.com’s Managing Director Exits, Helmut Lang's New Menswear Creative Director
This week, Mytheresa.com's managing director Jens Riewenherm steps down, while Mark Howard Thomas joins Helmut Lang as creative director of menswear.
Power Moves | Mytheresa.com’s Managing Director Exits, Helmut Lang's New Menswear Creative Director
This week, Mytheresa.com's managing director Jens Riewenherm steps down, while Mark Howard Thomas joins Helmut Lang as creative director of menswear.
Behind Balmain's Neo-Baroque Bling
Balmain shows reflect a fundamental disconnect between the brand's Eighties bling aesthetic and Olivier Rousteing's firm will to talk to his own generation.
Behind Balmain's Neo-Baroque Bling
Balmain shows reflect a fundamental disconnect between the brand's Eighties bling aesthetic and Olivier Rousteing's firm will to talk to his own generation.