Gucci has tried hard to be provocative and relevant in the past, which has led to head-scratchers — like a sweater resembling ...

Another said, "This is what Balenciaga wants ... controversial releases have been stiletto Crocs, a toolbox bag, a trash bag, and the graffiti-tagged and torn-up Paris sneaker, per Highsnobiety.

As the now mononymous talent departs Balenciaga for Gucci, it’s time to take stock of his legacy at the French fashion house and look back at his work as it appeared in Vogue. To understand ...