CONCEPT & THEMES
How many concepts are featured in the Training App under the concepts section for Spring 21?
6.
1. Elongated Coats & New Tailoring
2. New Take on Archetype Outerwear
3. Fluid Dresses & Tops
4. Oversized & Textured Knits
5. Layering
6. Prints & Artworks
What does the Languages artwork spell out, and how many languages is the word interpreted in?
Interpreted in 8 languages listed vertically
TRUE or FALSE:
The Army handbag line is made of recyclable nylon?
TRUE.
The Army handbag line is comprised of black recycled nylon (100% polyamide - which is a Econyl fiber that is 100% recycled and recyclable polyamide yarns which is endlessly recyclable without any quality loss)
What two heights are the Scrunch Knife shoe line offered in?
1. 40 MM - Mule
2. 80 MM - Pump
What Accessory category were the zodiac signs featured on?
Necklaces.
TRUE OR FALSE:
The Spring 21 Collection was presented in front of a small live audience?
FALSE.
Spring 21 was introduced on Balenciaga.com by the shop team, who produced a series of images in the style of e-com pages to build an aesthetically driven lookbook that closed the gap between collection presentation and its availability. The return of the physical show for Balenciaga did not occur until Summer 22.
TRUE OR FALSE:
The Alien artwork printed on the Alien Sport Hoodie was produced in house?
TRUE.
All Balenciaga Original Artwork is produced in house.
Name 1 backpack featured in the Spring 21 Collection
Skate backpack
Wheel backpack
Explorer backpack
Which Shoe lines received new color animations for Spring 21?
HINT: There are 3.
1. Tyrex
2. Vibram Toe
3. Pantashoes
TRUE OR FALSE:
The Toy concept was featured only in a bracelet?
FALSE.
The Toy concept includes a bracelet & a keyring
Where did the inspiration behind Spring 21 originate from?
The inspiration for Spring 21 came from the global closure of factories and studios due to the international crisis (pandemic) to look towards what people tend to wear when truly dressing for themselves - shifting the fabrics and shapes associated with activewear, lounging, partying, or fancy events.
What was an iconic Balenciaga shape that was featured throughout the Spring 21 collection & within several pieces of RTW?
The Cocoon shape is an iconic shape to the house of Balenciaga that Cristobal utilized in RTW & Couture pieces. The Cocoon shape can be seen on jackets and shirts in this collection.
TRUE OR FALSE:
The Shopper Shoulder Tote Bag was featured in the I Love Cats print?
TRUE.
What percentage of the Speed shoe is recyclable?
98%.
The 2% of the Speed that is not recyclable is the glue used to assemble pieces of the shoe.
Name 1 sunglass line in Spring 21
1. Dynasty Oval Sunglasses
2. Power Butterfly Sunglasses
3. Power Cat Sunglasses
4. Vision Butterfly Sunglasses
5. Power Rectangle Sunglasses
What (2) product categories were featured in the Spring 21 Advertising Campaign and what was the setting?
Product Categories:
1. Shoes
2. Handbags
Setting: An in-house production that involved a behind the scenes photoshoot with lights focusing on the product
What organization that Balenciaga currently supports was featured within the Spring 21 collection?
Hint: Think Demna's Heritage
WFP (World Food Program)
As a child, Demna's family did partake in the WFP. As an adult Demna has a desire to give back to an organization that supported his family, and allow others to also partake in the support.
Balenciaga partnered with the World Food Programme in 2018 in an endeavor to draw attention to a recent spike in global hunger and to support global efforts to end it by 2030. This year, we are continuing to raise funds and spread awareness with a new collaboration.
The new collection will continue to raise awareness and support the WFP wherever needs are greatest, and Balenciaga is doubling the amount of proceeds from each product designated as a WFP donation to 20 percent.
What two materials are featured on the Ice line?
Grained Leather & Nylon
Typically these materials are not featured on a leathergood together giving the Ice line a unique hybrid shape and feature.
Was Speed graffiti featured in Spring 21?
Yes.
Graffiti is apart of Balenciaga's signature features reissued season to season on all product categories.
Graffiti is a key design element that Demna brought to the House of Balenciaga.
What line is the Happy Ox Earring apart of?
The Happy Line is designed with the idea of cuteness, inspired by childish animal figurines
What print was featured in the full look for Look 41?
The Happy News Print
What was the reference to the multicolor on the Short Sleeve Baby Doll Blouse?
Be My Valentine Silk Satin
What 3 color animations in the Neo Classic Mini Top Handle are featured in Spring 21?
1. Bright Pink
2. Yellow
3. Neon Green
What boot was featured in Spring 21?
The Strike Lace-Up Boot.
Inspired by the traditional combat boot as a wardrobe staple.
What RTW piece would you pair the BB Broch with and how would you encourage a client to re-wear it on multiple looks?
There is no direct answer here other than pairing the BB Broch in a creative way with a RTW piece from Spring 21 to promote styling inspiration and cross selling potential for accessories.
I.e. Attaching the BB Broch to a trench Coat, knitwear, on a belt, a scarf, on a personal home item for decoration, etc.