Balenciaga Questions XXIII

1. Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2007
2. Etro Fall/Winter 2013

When two collections bear a similar spirit, one might feel flattered, one might feel disturbed. This time, Etro took a bite, or let's say, a late night snack. It wasn't all there, but in the end, luscious enough for a short sugar rush.
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Balenciaga Questions XXII

1. Balenciaga Fall/Winter 1998
2. J.W. Anderson Fall/Winter 2013

Personally, I am not convinced of the 'Wangciaga' idea. My proposal: J.W. Anderson for Balenciaga. He did his homework. And he (mentally) went to a catholic/constructivist boarding school led by naughty nuns. A concept I'd subscribe to.
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Balenciaga Questions XXI

Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2008
Peter Pilotto Fall/Winter 2013

The London (Balenciaga Questions) story continues in 2013. And after current season's Rodarte, it is now Peter Pilotto who tackles Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2008. More than a sign for the fact that Nicolas is still being missed.
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Balenciaga Questions XX

1. Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2008
2. Rodarte Spring/Summer 2013

When even the Rodarte sisters repeatedly reinterpret Balenciaga, and I am not just referring to one look but the whole collection as a variation of one Ghesquière theme, we might wonder if this is a tribute or surrender?
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Balenciaga Questions XIX

1. Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2002
2. Rodarte Spring/Summer 2010

The patchwork dress constitues itself of various parts. And, as fashion history, lives from the spontaneous, seemingly random repetition that furthermore translates into a logical pattern. The pattern of subconsciousness.
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Balenciaga Questions XVIII

1. Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2003
2. Givenchy Fall/Winter 2010

Probably one of my most favourite series, the infamous Balenciaga Questions are back for a short recall. This time revealing the alpine love affair between Nicolas and Riccardo.
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