Antonin Tron succeeds French fashion designer Olivier Rousteing. Image credit: Balmain
French fashion house Balmain is entering its next chapter with new leadership.
Today, the maison confirmed French designer Antonin Tron as the next creative director. He will share his debut collection for the house in March 2026.
“We are exceptionally pleased to welcome Antonin Tron to the group and to Balmain,” said Rachid Mohamed Rachid, CEO of parent company Mayhoola and chairman of Balmain, in a statement.
“His thoughtful approach to design, rooted in craftsmanship and artistic sensibility, makes him an exciting talent for the maison,” Mr. Rachid said. “Together with CEO Matteo Sgarbossa, Antonin will lead Balmain towards a new, compelling future — one that will pay tribute to its legendary history while confidently shaping a future defined by creativity, modernity and elegance.”
New dawn
The Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts alumnus succeeds French fashion designer Olivier Rousteing, who stepped down from the position earlier this month after more than a decade in the role (see story).
The trailblazing designer is beginning his next chapter. Image credit: Balmain/Francesca Beltran
“I am deeply honoured to join Balmain and grateful to Mr. Rachid and Matteo for entrusting me with this extraordinary maison,” said Mr. Tron, in a statement.
“I would like to express my gratitude to Olivier Rousteing for making Balmain the global brand it is today.”
Mr. Tron began his career on the men’s design team at French fashion house Louis Vuitton. He then spent time at the design studios of the following French fashion houses Givenchy, Balenciaga and Saint Laurent.
In 2016, the 41-year-old launched his own label, Atlein, which had a speciality for fabric and draping.
“Balmain has a truly inspiring history,” said Mr. Tron.
“At its heart, the Maison embodies savoir-faire, culture, sensuality and elegance: radiant, precise and bold fashion,” he said. “This touches me deeply and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to continue this incredible heritage.”
In March, Balmain launched a campaign that included a series of intimate portraits captured by German fashion photographer Juergen Teller (see story).
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