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Heritage High-Fashion Eveningwear

Balmain's New '44 François Premier' Evening Line Exudes Luxury

— January 26, 2018 — Luxury
The '44 François Premier' collection is Balmain's latest project and it spotlights luxurious eveningwear. The name of the new line dates back to when Balmain first started in 1945 -- the number 44 on rue François is the first location of the set up shop in Paris. The high-end brand endured many changes since then, but this captivating collection pays homage to the brand's mere beginnings.

Designed by none other than Olivier Rousteing himself, the capsule features 10 pieces that transform Balmain's edgy aesthetic into one that is fit for the red carpet. Some details from the collection include mesh materials, plunging necklines, and the iconic use of sparkles. Rousteing states, "Working on this collection is a bit of a palette cleanser for me — a chance to return to the beginnings of this house, with the single driving goal being that of creating unique and exquisite pieces, far removed from editorial and runway pressures.”


Image Credit: Balmain
Trend Themes
1. Luxurious Eveningwear - Opportunity for designers to create high-end eveningwear that exudes luxury and sophistication.
2. Heritage-inspired Collections - Potential for brands to create collections that pay homage to their origins and history.
3. Edgy Aesthetic Transformation - Disruptive innovation opportunity to transform edgy fashion into red-carpet-worthy designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Opportunity for fashion designers to create high-end eveningwear collections.
2. Luxury Fashion - Potential for luxury fashion brands to create heritage-inspired collections.
3. Red Carpet Fashion - Opportunity for designers to transform edgy aesthetics into red-carpet-worthy designs.
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