Cristóbal Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga makes his debut as a designer in Paris, but the designs that set a trend in Spain don't work well in the sophisticated empire of fashion where Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy set the trends. Guided by his obsession with control in all aspects of his life, Balenciaga will define his style and end up becoming the greatest of all.
Cast
Alberto San Juan
Cristóbal Balenciaga
Thomas Coumans
Wladzio d'Attainville
Adam Quintero
Ramón Esparza
Josean Bengoetxea
Nicolás Bizkarrondo
Cecilia Solaguren
Virgilia Mendizabal
Gemma Whelan
Prudence Glynn
Anouk Grinberg
Coco Chanel
Seasons
E1A Matter of Style
Jan 19, 2024
Cristóbal Balenciaga faces a difficult beginning in Paris with his first haute couture collection.
E2The Occupation
Jan 19, 2024
In 1940, Balenciaga brings Spanish fabrics to Paris in order to keep his Maison open.
E3A Rival to Balenciaga
Jan 19, 2024
Balenciaga vs Dior: The king of haute couture in Paris feels challenged by Dior's “New Look.”
E4Replicas
Jan 19, 2024
Cristóbal refines his style with semi-fitted suits and the “midi” line.
E5Dressing a Queen
Jan 19, 2024
Balenciaga is commissioned to design the wedding dress for Queen Fabiola of Belgium.
E6I Am Balenciaga
Jan 19, 2024
Competition from prêt-à-porter and the poor quality of fabrics affect Balenciaga's sales.
Storyline
Cristóbal Balenciaga makes his debut as a designer in Paris, but the designs that set a trend in Spain don't work well in the sophisticated empire of fashion where Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy set the trends. Guided by his obsession with control in all aspects of his life, Balenciaga will define his style and end up becoming the greatest of all.
