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Bureau Betak: The Studio Behind Fashion's Most Extravagant Runway Sets

other · 2026-04-26

Established in the early 1990s in Paris by Alexandre de Betak, Bureau Betak has emerged as a prominent creative studio within the cultural sector, revolutionizing fashion shows into engaging experiences. The studio has partnered with renowned designers such as John Galliano, Michael Kors, Hermès, and Céline, with locations in Paris, New York, and Shanghai. In 2017, it released 'Betak: Fashion Show Revolution.' Among its remarkable productions are Gucci's Spring/Summer 2023 show featuring twin models for unity, Jacquemus's Spring/Summer 2021 with an impressive 600-meter runway, and Chanel's Spring/Summer 2026 at the Grand Palais Éphémère. Bureau Betak has achieved ISO 20121 certification for sustainability and introduced the Better Betak platform to promote responsible production methods.

Key facts

  • Bureau Betak was founded in Paris in the early 1990s by Alexandre de Betak.
  • The studio has offices in Paris, New York, and Shanghai.
  • Bureau Betak has worked with designers including John Galliano, Michael Kors, The Row, Hermès, and Céline.
  • In 2017, the studio published 'Betak: Fashion Show Revolution.'
  • For Gucci Spring/Summer 2023, Bureau Betak created a set with identical twin models.
  • Jacquemus Spring/Summer 2021 show featured a 600-meter runway in Parc Naturel du Vexin.
  • Chanel Spring/Summer 2026 show at Grand Palais Éphémère was designed by Bureau Betak for Matthieu Blazy's debut.
  • Bureau Betak holds ISO 20121 certification for sustainable event management.

Entities

Artists

  • Alexandre de Betak
  • John Galliano
  • Michael Kors
  • Alessandro Michele
  • Simon Porte Jacquemus
  • Matthieu Blazy
  • Karl Lagerfeld
  • Thierry Mugler
  • Vivienne Westwood
  • Mary-Kate Olsen
  • Ashley Olsen
  • Jonathan Anderson

Institutions

  • Bureau Betak
  • Gucci
  • Jacquemus
  • Chanel
  • Hermès
  • Céline
  • The Row
  • Dior
  • Alaïa
  • Valentino
  • Off-White
  • Saint Laurent
  • Grand Palais Éphémère
  • Parc Naturel du Vexin
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Paris
  • France
  • New York
  • United States
  • Shanghai
  • China
  • Versailles
  • Parc Naturel du Vexin
  • Grand Palais Éphémère

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