Balenciaga

May 2024

Balenciaga presents a series of editorial portraits documenting the house's latest couture designs, captured by photographer Sam Penn. The project serves as a showcase for garments designed by Demna, emphasizing sculptural silhouettes and material variety, ranging from reflective metallic foils and lustrous satins to heavy, tactile velvet and frayed tulle. Each portrait is unified by a minimalist aesthetic, utilizing a consistent backdrop of draped, neutral-toned linen fabric that extends from wall to floor. The photography leans into soft, diffused lighting to define the intricate textures of the couture pieces and the varied drapes of the background. Featuring an ensemble cast including actors Isabelle Huppert, Michael Shannon, Michelle Yeoh, Naomi Watts, Nicole Kidman, and Rachel Sennott, alongside athlete Serena Williams and model Loïk Gomez, the series highlights the intersection of classic tailoring and avant-garde construction.

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