Nicolas Ghesquière is a renowned French fashion designer, best known for his work with Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton. Born on May 9, 1971, in Comines, France, Ghesquière's career began in the late 1980s, marking him as a significant figure in contemporary fashion.
Ghesquière was influenced by his mother, who worked in the fashion industry, fostering his interest in design from an early age. He left school at 17 to start working in the fashion industry, beginning with internships at various Paris fashion houses.
In 1997, at the age of 25, Ghesquière was appointed as the creative director of Balenciaga. His appointment marked a turning point for the brand, which was struggling at the time. Ghesquière's innovative approach brought the house back to prominence with collections that were both futuristic and rooted in the brand's heritage. His tenure at Balenciaga from 1997 to 2012 was marked by:
After leaving Balenciaga, Ghesquière joined Louis Vuitton in 2013 as the artistic director of women's collections, replacing Marc Jacobs. His designs at Louis Vuitton have continued to push boundaries:
Ghesquière's design philosophy is characterized by:
Throughout his career, Ghesquière has received numerous accolades: