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Balenciaga Pierpaolo Piccoli

<p>In a move that sent shockwaves through the fashion world, Pierpaolo Piccoli—the poetic soul behind Valentino’s romantic renaissance—has been appointed as the new Creative Director of Balenciaga. Known for his haute couture sensibilities, devotion to craft, and radical inclusivity, Piccioli’s arrival signals a seismic shift for a house long defined by its edgy irreverence under Demna Gvasalia.</p><p>So, what happens when a romanticist steps into one of fashion’s most subversive houses? Here are five transformative changes we may see under Piccioli’s reign at Balenciaga.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747721613025371744389_680475963983622_1704811099827091377_n.jpg" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>1. The Return of Romance to the Runway</p><p>Piccioli is the undisputed modern master of romance. Expect softer silhouettes, rich textiles, and an elevated approach to tailoring. We could see the sharp dystopian minimalism of Balenciaga tempered with fluid draping, painterly color palettes, and couture-inspired detail—think power dressing reimagined with emotion.</p><div><br/></div><p>2. Couture Craftsmanship in Streetwear Form</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747721687464359806449_1443838973107170_8877752151486740890_n.jpg" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Balenciaga under Demna popularized luxury streetwear. Piccioli may not abandon it, but he’ll likely bring a high-fashion twist—hand-embroidery on hoodies, artisanal touches on puffers, and perhaps, the rebirth of streetwear with soul. Imagine skate culture elevated with the savoir-faire of a Roman atelier.</p><div><br/></div><p>3. Inclusivity, but Make It Meaningful</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747721637826358806497_1770341546732658_1200465782640872314_n.jpg" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Piccioli has long championed diversity in age, body, and background on the runway—not as trend, but principle. Balenciaga’s casting could shift from ironic statements to authentic representation. Expect runways that celebrate real beauty, not just provoke headlines.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747721725525306522656_1116497878951858_771807406956827409_n.jpg" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>4. A Softer Approach to Fashion</p><p>Under Demna, Balenciaga became known for fashion trolling—IKEA bags, destroyed sneakers, and tape-as-shoes. Piccioli’s wit is quieter but no less sharp. We may see subtler commentary—irony through beauty rather than abrasion. Will the memes disappear? Maybe. But the cultural critique could mature.</p><div><br/></div><p>5. Reinventing Balenciaga’s Legacy, Respectfully</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747721710327372231474_159393987201531_8988784467435005598_n.jpg" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Piccioli reveres history—his Valentino was a love letter to house codes. At Balenciaga, he may revisit Cristóbal’s sculptural shapes and architectural lines, but reinterpret them through his own emotive lens. This could mean a Balenciaga that honors its founder while stepping confidently into a new era of elegance.</p><div><br/></div><p>From Roman romance to Parisian edge, Piccioli’s Balenciaga could be a love story written in couture stitches and streetwear silhouettes. One thing is certain: fashion is watching—and so are we.</p><div><br/></div><div><em>Photo courtesy of @maisonvalentino</em></div>

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Published May 20, 2025 02:32 PM PHT

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