–SPECIAL– “BALENCIAGA” 18 After the season Sculptural industrial tube choker

Since its founding in 1917, BALENCIAGA has refined the structural beauty of couture to the limit while strongly absorbing the spirit of the times. Here, we introduce a piece where Demna’s aesthetic is sculpted into the neck area.

Industrial curves reminiscent of piping tubes or carabiners are connected with an extremely scaled-up gold metal in a single stroke, instantly elevating the styling’s focus to the neck area upon wearing this piece.

The design features two tubes of different thicknesses crossing in a gentle arc, connected by a knot-like joint that maintains a seamless flow from any angle. It feels more like wearing the outline of an object than a necklace, and the single point of connection prevents excessive flamboyance, leaving a quiet tension.

The surface has a near-mirror finish with uniform gloss, and when light hits it, fine highlights trace the curved surface of the tube, making the three-dimensional form stand out clearly against a black background or bare skin. This allows even basic tops like T-shirts or jackets to transform into a structured mood at the neck.

The clasp is integrated into part of the metal tube, designed so that only the clasp protrudes, maintaining a clean look from the back and keeping the front line beautiful until the end—an example of Demna’s meticulous design philosophy.

The BALENCIAGA logo is engraved on the side of the tube as an inscription, and the narrow character width with tight kerning indicates it matches the new logo redesigned in fall 2017. As long as this typography exists, it can be considered separate from the old logo period before 2017, ensuring its credibility as a modern piece from 2018 onward.

Replacing the ruggedness of everyday items with a luxurious shine and slightly shifting the meaning of decoration is at the core of modern BALENCIAGA built by Demna. Since it functions close to the structure of clothing despite being jewelry, it is a highly convincing piece as a MOOD special collection.

Styling-wise, the most beautiful and cohesive look is achieved by inserting it inside tailored jackets or minimal coats, creating a sharp line at the neck, or by placing it on the empty space of simple shirts or dresses to highlight the form itself as the main feature.

For those who want to incorporate jewelry as a structure rather than an addition, this piece elevates everyday outfits to a higher level of sophistication. Don't miss this opportunity.