Fashion

In order to understand the present of Balenciaga, the most important Spanish couturier ever, we must look back into a past that, curiously enough, mirrors our time. The exhibition 'Balenciaga and Spanish Painting' is on show at Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza until 22 September.

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Not even past her twenties, Asturian Carlota Barrera (Gijón, 1992) has become one of the new leaders in men’s fashion.'The Matador and The Fisherman', in her typical style halfway between minimalism, a new tailoring and taurine aesthetics, has won the prestigious 'Who’s on Next?' contest, organised by Vogue Spain. This July will be the third time she’s presenting her designs at the Madrid Fashion Week, at the Allard Club this time.

After 25 years devoted to fashion, designer Teresa Helbig is enjoying a steadily rising international career whereas is working on the final details for the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid, to be celebrated in July.

María Simun, a 25-year old from Madrid who has become Rosalía's key designer, thanks to her evening dresses and also to her new line, Simun Basics, which combines comfort with freshness and style.