We’re calling it the daily dystopia, 9-5 24/7. This Balenciaga collection came out hard and fast delivered at ground level in a maze of blackness. Disorientating like any good maze but Demna never loses his way. He knows what we want standard issue including: a great ‘business’ suit, a strong coat (double breasted cashmere)and a dress all of which he delivered. The athletic swim dresses were part of the Balenciaga Puma sportswear collab and just perfect for the daily swimmer. Tick.

This collection was not at all predictably corporate conservative, as it came loaded with Demna’s unique exaggerated street meets couture eye view - which is dark. Beneath the ease and “every day” were complex details and layers in his design process, hands free bags, and “plastic” shoppers made from a Kevlar strength textile; a watch bracelet without a face - all designed to be adaptable and disconcertingly thoughtful. It was the daily grind and it felt really good.

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