Balenciaga

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Noun — A Spanish-founded luxury fashion house, now based in Paris and part of the Kering group, known for sculptural couture in its early decades and, more recently, for oversized streetwear, chunky trainers and heavily branded accessories.

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Proper noun, always capitalised. Widely referenced in rap lyrics and on social media as shorthand for wealth.

Etymology

From the surname of the Basque couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga, who founded the house.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce Balenciaga?

In English it is usually said buh-len-see-AH-guh, with four beats after the first syllable. In Spanish the c is closer to a soft th or s sound and the stress still falls on the AH.

Is Balenciaga a luxury brand?

Yes. It is one of the major European luxury houses, owned by the Kering group alongside Gucci and Saint Laurent, and its clothing and bags are priced accordingly.

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