Alexander Wang’s Gang
At the helm of both Balenciaga and his own brand, designer Alexander Wang is proving he can do haute as well as hot. And he’s bringing his favorite models along for the ride.
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Alexander Wang.
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Euro Stars At Balenciaga, Wang has deftly updated the house’s ultra-sophisticated codes.
From left: Balenciaga dress, $12,550, and bag, $4,450, similar styles at Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872; Balenciaga earrings, $885, and shoes, $1,485, Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872. Balenciaga coat, $6,250, stud earrings, $695, drop earrings, $785, and shoes, $1,485, Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872; Balenciaga gloves, $2,965, similar styles at Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872. Balenciaga dress, $6,650, stud earrings, $695, and earrings, $885, Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872. Balenciaga coat, $10,350, stud earrings, $745, drop earrings, $785, and boots, $1,485, Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872. Balenciaga dress, $20,100, and pumps, $1,925, similar styles at Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872; Balenciaga stud earrings, $695 and $745, Balenciaga, New York, 212.206.0872.
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New York Dolls Wang captures a downtown, edgy sensibility with his signature line.
Alexander Wang coat, turtleneck, socks, and boots, prices upon request, alexanderwang.com. Alexander Wang coat, $1,995, vest, bodysuit, socks, and boots, prices upon request, alexanderwang.com. Alexander Wang dress, $1,395, top, $1,595, backpack, $1,150, socks and boots, prices upon request, alexanderwang.com. Alexander Wang pullover, pants, socks, and boots, prices upon request, alexanderwang.com. Alexander Wang jacket, $895, turtleneck, $650, pants, $650, socks and boots, prices upon request, alexanderwang.com.
Hair by Esther Langham; makeup by Seong Hee Park for MAC. Set design by Andy Harman at Lalaland Artists. Models: Hanne Gaby Odiele at IMG Models; Annika Krist at the Society Management; Leila Ndabirabe and Sarah Brannon at New York Model Management; Grace Bol at Elite; Hedvig Palm and Binx Walton at Next Management; Sally Jonsson at Major Model Management; Lexi Boling at Ford Models; Issa Lish at Muse Management. Manicure by Honey at Exposure NY. Lighting designer: Chris Bisagni. Digital technician: Jonathan Nesteruk. Photography assistants: John Ciamillo, Brent Lee, Bailey Roberts. Fashion assistant: Michael Beshara.
