# Futuristic Shiny Fashion Balenciaga Spring 2009 RTW Sparkles in Paris By Ayman | Published 2008-10-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-spring-2009-paris References: [trendmill](http://www.trendmill.com/articles_view/1149) & [balenciaga](http://www.balenciaga.com/)  Maybe Hayden Panettiere was on to something with her sequined outfit at Declare Yourself’s ‘Domino Effect’ party in Hollywood, as Balenciaga debuted a dazzling ready-to-wear collection rich with sparkling pieces on the Paris runway. Designer Nicolas Ghesquière kept the recent Balenciaga sci-fi and futuristic vibe but ventured into an exploration of “matte and shine, playing with textures to see how they reflect or absorb light. And playing with our house codes.” What I find rather cool is that the models had their arms and legs covered up with skintight fabric, which added a bit of an awkward reserved sensuality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sequined Red Carpet Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayden-panettiere-obama-declare-yourself.md) - [Disco Jumpers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disco-jumpers-balenciaga-spring-2009.md) - [Gold C-3PO Leggings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-leggings.md)