Cristóbal Balenciaga

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2024-01-19

Last Air Date: 2024-01-19

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Created By: Lourdes Iglesias, Aitor Arregi, Jose Mari Goenaga, Jon Garaño

Networks: Disney+

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Top Cast

Alberto San Juan as Cristóbal Balenciaga
Thomas Coumans as Wladzio d'Attainville
Adam Quintero as Ramón Esparza
Josean Bengoetxea as Nicolás Bizkarrondo
Cecilia Solaguren as Virgilia Mendizabal
Gemma Whelan as Prudence Glynn
Anouk Grinberg as Coco Chanel
Emeline Bayart as Florette Chelot
Camille Glémet as Suzanne
Iñake Irastorza as Vera

Seasons

Season 1 (2024)

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Episodes:

Ep. 1: A Matter of Style (2024-01-19)

Cristóbal Balenciaga faces a difficult beginning in Paris with his first haute couture collection.
Ep. 2: The Occupation (2024-01-19)

In 1940, Balenciaga brings Spanish fabrics to Paris in order to keep his Maison open.
Ep. 3: A Rival to Balenciaga (2024-01-19)

Balenciaga vs Dior: The king of haute couture in Paris feels challenged by Dior's “New Look.”
Ep. 4: Replicas (2024-01-19)

Cristóbal refines his style with semi-fitted suits and the “midi” line.
Ep. 5: Dressing a Queen (2024-01-19)

Balenciaga is commissioned to design the wedding dress for Queen Fabiola of Belgium.
Ep. 6: I Am Balenciaga (2024-01-19)

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