An exceptionally rare Balenciaga Haute Couture black cape by Cristóbal Balenciaga from the Spring/Summer 1961 collection, featuring expertly designed sleeve openings, a hook-and-eye neck closure, and adorned with delicate plastic glass sequins and shimmering glass bead embroidery.
Demna Gvasalia referenced the same design for Naomi Watts' 2024 Met Gala outfit, drawing inspiration from the dress version of the original jacket. He was particularly influenced by the iconic Spanish tassels and intricate details reminiscent of traditional flamenco dresses.