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Is YSL Owned by Balenciaga? Clarifying the Relationship Between the Brands

Discover if YSL is owned by Balenciaga and learn how both luxury brands relate under the Kering group while operating independently.

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No, YSL (Yves Saint Laurent) is not owned by Balenciaga. Both are separate fashion brands under the umbrella of Kering, a global luxury group. While they share the same parent company, they operate independently with their own unique brand identities and management.

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  1. Who owns Yves Saint Laurent?

    Yves Saint Laurent is owned by Kering, a multinational luxury group that manages several high-end fashion brands.

  2. Are YSL and Balenciaga part of the same company?

    Yes, both YSL and Balenciaga are under the same parent company, Kering, but they operate as independent brands.

  3. What is Kering in the fashion industry?

    Kering is a global luxury group that owns and manages multiple well-known fashion brands including Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, and Gucci.

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