Cardi B suddenly became a catwalk model for Balenciaga

The show marks a return to the roots of designer Demma.
Balenciaga presented its Pre-Fall 24 collection in Los Angeles, the brand’s first in California. Unveiled on the palm-lined streets of Hancock Park with a soundtrack recorded by Bfrnd, the collection illustrates Demna’s interpretation of California fashion codes through a cinematic lens.

The concept begins with the development of the characters during daily activities such as jogging, doing yoga or going to LA’s most luxurious grocery store, Erewhon. It’s a chapter devoted to activewear: shorts, bras, leggings, and sweatshirts. There are nods to the celebrity street style trends of the 2000s with velvet tracksuits popularized by “It girls” like Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie. New versions of the outfit suggest low-rise pants — some low enough to reveal underwear — and hooded jackets. Additionally, in true California style, pairing fleece shoes is completely weather-appropriate but is a classic element of an LA girl’s wardrobe.

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Cardi B models for Balenciaga.

Moving forward, the collection moves into the neoclassical section, with oversized and layered garments. Standout pieces include asymmetric cutout pants, hand-embroidered leopard coats, outdoor hotel slippers and leather bags with nylon pocket lining. And finally, evening gowns suitable for grand parties and red carpets in Hollywood. The shapes and forms are structured and combine past and present by referencing original designs created by Cristobal Balenciaga himself.

Highly anticipated new accessories are also coming that promise to expand the Balenciaga jabixonic line. Among them, we note a limited edition bag: the Cagole Tote XL pays homage to Balenciaga’s Le City bag, launched in 2001 in oversized sizes. The fashion house also introduced a limited collaboration version with high-end watch and jewelry maker Jacob & Co. headquartered in New York. An exclusive line of high-end jewelry called Diamant, made from 18-carat white gold and diamonds. This is Balenciaga’s first foray into high jewelry. Four designs are offered: the Link theme includes a necklace and a large, chunky bracelet, and a Text theme called Typo includes a thin necklace and a large, chunky ring with two finger. The Balenciaga lettering is written in full.

Finally, immediately following the Balenciaga Pre-Fall 24 show, the new 10XL sneaker will be available for pre-order at the women’s store on Rodeo Drive and online in limited quantities. This model is an ultra-shaped shoe that continues Balenciaga’s exploration of hype; it takes the house’s character and makes it an even stronger sign.
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