Cristóbal Balenciaga
Cristóbal Balenciaga

Cristóbal Balenciaga

2024 1 Seasons 6 Episodes ⭐ 7.2 Drama

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.

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.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

A Matter of Style

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

EP 2

The Occupation

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

EP 3

A Rival to Balenciaga

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

EP 4

Replicas

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

EP 5

Dressing a Queen

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

EP 6

I Am Balenciaga

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

Popular Cast

Alberto San Juan
Alberto San Juan
Cristóbal Balenciaga
Thomas Coumans
Thomas Coumans
Wladzio d'Attainville
Adam Quintero
Adam Quintero
Ramón Esparza
Josean Bengoetxea
Josean Bengoetxea
Nicolás Bizkarrondo
Cecilia Solaguren
Cecilia Solaguren
Virgilia Mendizabal
Gemma Whelan
Gemma Whelan
Prudence Glynn
Anouk Grinberg
Anouk Grinberg
Coco Chanel