Cristóbal Balenciaga

Season: 1

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.

Drama

1Fri, Jan 19, 2024

A Matter of Style

Cristóbal Balenciaga faces a difficult beginning in Paris with his first haute couture collection.

2Fri, Jan 19, 2024

The Occupation

In 1940, Balenciaga brings Spanish fabrics to Paris in order to keep his Maison open.

3Fri, Jan 19, 2024

A Rival to Balenciaga

Balenciaga vs Dior: The king of haute couture in Paris feels challenged by Dior's “New Look.”

4Fri, Jan 19, 2024

Replicas

Cristóbal refines his style with semi-fitted suits and the “midi” line.

5Fri, Jan 19, 2024

Dressing a Queen

Balenciaga is commissioned to design the wedding dress for Queen Fabiola of Belgium.

6Fri, Jan 19, 2024

I Am Balenciaga

Competition from prêt-à-porter and the poor quality of fabrics affect Balenciaga's sales.