Cristóbal Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga was a renowned Spanish fashion designer, celebrated for his innovative and sculptural designs. Born in the Basque Country in 1895, he established his fashion house in Paris in the 1930s. Balenciaga is often credited with revolutionizing women's fashion by introducing new silhouettes, such as the tunic dress and the sack dress, which emphasized comfort and elegance. His mastery of tailoring and ability to manipulate fabrics set him apart in the world of haute couture. Balenciaga's influence remains profound in contemporary fashion, as his designs continue to inspire modern designers and trends.
Born on Jan 21, 1895 (130 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 16,273 | $1,380,000 | 881$ |
| Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 16,273 | $1,380,000 | 881$ |
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Australia:
The Air France uniforms by Cristobal Balenciaga marked the only time the revered couturier stooped to design ready-to-wear pieces.
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Venezuela:
Cristóbal Balenciaga was a Spanish designer considered among the greats of fashion.
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Switzerland:
Cristóbal Balenciaga also created uniforms for Air France's cabin crew during the 1960s.
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Sweden:
Cristóbal Balenciaga is regarded as one of the most skilled fashion designers in history.
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Spain:
Cristóbal Balenciaga left a mark in the history of fashion but did not design shoes.
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Switzerland:
Cristóbal Balenciaga was a couturier from the Basque Country who favored black in his designs.
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