Balenciaga's Spring/Summer 2020 Collection Reimagines Corporate Attire with 1980s Pop Video Aesthetic
The Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2020 menswear collection, featured in Another Man's Summer/Autumn 2020 issue, presents a reinterpretation of political and office clothing through exaggerated proportions. Photographed by Heji Shin and styled by Jacob K, the designs draw inspiration from 1980s pop culture, specifically referencing Duran Duran's vibrant style and Antony Price's work. The collection contrasts with the shift toward casual dress that followed the late 1980s economic downturn. It reflects contemporary fashion's blend of reality and spectacle, offering wearable yet unconventional pieces. The feature includes models Darren Cabenda, Zach Hartman, and Victor Perr.
Key facts
- Balenciaga's Spring/Summer 2020 collection features oversized political and corporate office attire
- The collection is inspired by 1980s pop video aesthetics, referencing Duran Duran and designer Antony Price
- Photography by Heji Shin and styling by Jacob K for Another Man's Summer/Autumn 2020 issue
- The feature contrasts 1980s excess with the casual dress trends that emerged after the 1987 stock market crash
- Models include Darren Cabenda, Zach Hartman, and Victor Perr
Entities
Artists
- Heji Shin
- Jacob K
- Andy Warhol
- Antony Price
Institutions
- Balenciaga
- Another Man
Locations
- New York City
- Birmingham