News: Nicolas Ghesquière Leaves Balenciaga

Nicolas Ghesquière, whose creative   direction for Balenciaga  has  consistently kept the iconic fashion house in its rightful place as one  of the  most noteworthy  couture and pret-a-porter collections , is said to be  leaving his role with the brand .According to WWD, the designer and the fashion house are citing a “joint decision to end their working relationship” effective November 30.  Under Ghesquière, the house has expanded into menswear and with accessories, had an enormous success with handbags and shoes. In 2001, he was honored with the CFDA’s International Award an in January 2008, he was made a Chevalier of Arts and Letters, the highest arts accolade one can receive from the French government.