The Balenciaga x Net-A-Porter capsule collection is the treat you deserve
The gold mules are INSANE
The gold mules are INSANE
It's January, it's bleak, so let's be honest, you deserve a pick-me-up - and Balenciaga and Net-A-Porter are only happy to oblige. The two fashion powerhouses have collaborated for the capsule collection of dreams and I've already added about 10 items to my wish list.
First on the list are the Balenciaga neon spandex sock boots which have reigned supreme on the FROW at Fashion Month for the past couple of seasons, so if you're looking to invest, now's the time.
Then there are the mules of dreams, a gold slip-on affair, paired very nicely indeed with neon pink lace tights in the campaign imagery.
Other highlights from the 53-piece collection include SS18 ready-to-wear, bags, jewellery and accessories with limited-edition colourways and prints across archetypal styles from the runway show. Think jersey tees and hoodies, woven shirts and dresses, quilted aluminum bags and fashion sneakers.
This is also the first time Balenciaga has collaborated on dual women’s and men’s exclusive collections, as it's dropping some seriously cool piece on Mr Porter too, with a focus on outerwear and sweaters - great if you prefer a more androgynous style, plus you can 'borrow' it from your other half too. Try the iconic 'BB Mode' hoodie or sock sneakers.
Scroll down to shop my favourite pieces before they sell out.
Marie Claire Newsletter
Celebrity news, beauty, fashion advice, and fascinating features, delivered straight to your inbox!
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Knife metallic textured-leather mules for £535 from Net-A-Porter
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Pussy-bow printed silk crepe de chine blouse for £1,080 from Net-A-Porter
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Bazar XXS striped textured-leather tote for £795 from Net-A-Porter
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Oversized striped cotton-poplin shirt dress for £895 from Net-A-Porter
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Knife spandex sock boots for £875 from Net-A-Porter
Shop now: BALENCIAGA Printed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt for £335 from Mr Porter
Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.
She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.
-
Women Who Win: Patricia Gucci on launching Aviteur, learning to find balance, and protecting her father Aldo’s legacy
As part of our Women Who Win series, Patricia shares her proudest and most challenging moments
By Natalie Hughes
-
Moncler just teamed up with Willow Smith for the ultimate futuristic winter collection
Functional and stylish
By Sofia Piza
-
Brad Pitt reportedly has thoughts about Angelina Jolie bringing son Knox to the Governors Awards
By Jenny Proudfoot