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This month, the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode in Calais, France will open an exhibition dedicated to Cristobal Balenciaga's use of lace. "Balenciaga, Lace Magician" will be on display at the museum from April 18 to August 31. A virtual tour of the iconic models on display. | 1953: A lace painted and embroidered cocktail dress preserved at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode in Calais, France. (All Photos: AFP)
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1951: Cristóbal Balenciaga, Dognin lace evening gown. BALENCIAGA (Paris).
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1965: Cristóbal Balenciaga, blouse and skirt by the designer. The design is preserved at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode in Calais, France.
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1947: Cristóbal Balenciaga, satin and lace bolero and evening gown. The design is preserved at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode in Calais, France.
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1967: Cristóbal Balenciaga, evening gown. Photo and designe preserved at the Balenciaga Archives in Paris, France.
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1963: Cristóbal Balenciaga, Marescot lace coat and cocktail dress, model Tania. Photo and design preserved at the Balenciaga Archives in Paris, France.
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