Olivier Rousteing knows how to entertain - whether throwing a party or a fashion show, it's always a spectacle. Rather than extoll the scene at Balmain's SS20 show-cum-party, let's dive into the fashion: excess was on full display here with fully-mirrored biker jackets, sleek and sexy tailored pieces and more leather than one would think necessary for a summer day, on which this show was shown. But, as previously mentioned, it's all about excess here at Balmain, there is no going home, it's always about going big and Rousteing is one of the best at doing it big.

Olivier Rousteing's latest outing for Balmain came in monochrome with most of the looks coming in only black or white...or to change to it up: black and white. The collection was actually quite multi-faceted. First, many of the looks could be worn by either men or women, it offered dressy options and more hard-edged ones, and it was exceedingly intricate, as is normally the case with Rousteing's Balmain offerings. The beginning of the collection, however, looked like the young French designer was applying for the top job at Chanel, with fringey tweeds and chunky houndstooth while the latter half offered BSDM-harnessed models with iPhones that recorded one's viewpoint. The leather trenches, jackets and bombers in the final few looks were quite exemplary.

Balmain's Olivier Rousteing offered a Michael Jackson-inspired collection that melded the King of Pop's 80s aesthetic (rolled up pants, thick white socks and loafers) and the iconic font used in his Thriller cover with the maison's signature opulence to create a coherent collection, with both aspects working symbiotically. There was no shortage of products in this expansive SS19 collection, from ripped denim to disco-ball accents to a series of sleek evening options for the man who likes drama - think drape-y jackets or ones with hoods or a kimono.

Just weeks before Balmain reveals their SS19 collection, they release their latest collection, this one for Resort 2018, the in-between collection flanked by Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer, starring Chun Soot, Elias de Poot, Oussama Guessoum, and Rachide Embalo.

All that glitters is gold...and silver at Balmain's fabulously ostentatious Fall/Winter 2018 collection. From the slinky layers seen in the first look, complete with patent leather pants, the rest of the collection flew by a whirl of extravagance, with intricately beaded tops, plasticized bottoms, and even a full fur coat or two, just in case there wasn't enough bank-account-draining luxury in the collection.

The streets of Paris have been taken over by the Balmain army in the French label's latest campaign. Marlon Teixeira, Ton Heukels, Jon Kortajarena and Presley Gerber don the extravagant fashions from designer (and photographer) Olivier Rousteing.

Olivier Rousteing's latest collection for Balmain looked to an era long gone for inspiration. He looked at start of modern French fashion for this SS18 collection and though there were nods to greats like Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, the collection was undoubtedly Balmain with a myriad amount of embellishment and intricate detailing. The majority of the clothing was also in black and white, harkening, again, the mid-20th century when the public learned of the latest styles in newspapers and other black and white media.. There was something here for every Balmain fan - or army as they like to call themselves - to want, though likely cannot afford since the prices of these extravagant pieces are astronomical.

Jon Kortajarena, Tony Ward and Gabriel Aubry make up the holy trinity of supermodels seen in Balmain's Spring/Summer 2017 campaign, shot by Steven Klein and styled by Garren.

Olivier Rousteing's latest outing for Balmain offered an incredibly expansive collection of heavily embellished designs with high-end skins like crocodile making cameos throughout. The menswear here had dramatic proportions and offered layered looks that must have weighed more than many of the models. The price tags of these pieces will undoubtedly end up in the tens of thousands while the most exclusive, like the aforementioned crocodile skins, into the 6-figures. Rousteing and Balmain have legions of fans clamoring for a piece of the action, evidenced by the rabid consumption of Balmain's collaboration with H&M a few years ago, and this collection will further that desire but with these sky-high prices, who among the millions of followers can actually afford any of it? This menswear collection is Rousteing's largest and grandest, the workmanship exceled but a lack of editing was abundantly clear, even for maximalists, this was a bit much.

A teary-eyed melange of models and celebrities appear in Balmain's white-and-white Fall/Winter 2016 campaign. Steven Klein captures Francisco Lachowski, Jon Kortajarena, Jordan Barrett, and Ronald Epps as they don the heavily embellished clothes from Olivier Rousteing.

The ink that solidified the sale of Balmain to Qatari company Mayhoola had barely dried when Olivier Rousteing showcased his latest collection for the Paris-based label. Rousteing's following is large on social media, thanks in part to his friendship with Kanye West and the Kardashian family, his staunch followers called themselves (or he calls them? Not quite sure which happened first) the Balmain Army. Well, said army was on the move for SS17 in a nomadic collection full of natural hues - greens, browns and blues - as well as a plethora of denim. As with any Balmain collection, the embellishment was opulent (think turquoise, gems and medallions) while the workmanship was stellar. Par for the course for the high-cheek boned designer and his glamorous squad of equally high cheek boned models.

Olivier Rousteing's latest collection for Balmain once again turns its face away from austerity, even in light of the stock market correction and deepening concerns over China's economy. No, Balmain will forever be about excess, opulence and attitude as long as Rousteing is in charge. For FW16, his signature military tailoring was accentuated by an excess of crystals, frogging, patches and other accoutrements. Quilted riding boots complemented most of the looks that saw every embellishment available to put on clothes. The intricacy of the workmanship is excellent while heavy and, sometimes gaudy, pieces may deter some; there are many others, whom call themselves the Balmain Army, who would give almost anything and everything to own these pieces.

Balmain and H&M showed off their capsule collection last night in New York which showcased Olivier Rousteing's designs for the Swedish retailer. Top models from Francisco Lachowski to Matthew Noszka walked the runway donning elaborate knits and leather jumpsuits, all available starting November 5 at select H&M stores.

Balmain's Olivier Rousteing collaborates with Swedish fast fashion retailer H&M for an opulent-cum-affordable collection featuring his signature military tailoring and hard-edged detailing, all worn by Dudley O'Shaughnessy and Hao Yun Xiang.

Balmain and militarism have always gone hand in hand and it was no different for the Paris-label's first ever men's runway show. The label's creative director Olivier Rousteing showcased a plethora of "toy soldiers", led by supermodel (and Taylor Swift approved leading man) Sean O'Pry, who opened and closed. There were plenty of paratrooper pants, structured jackets and boot-sandal hybrids to ogle at. Rousteing also played with knits and macrame to create interesting layers amidst all the lushly fabrication and sometimes embellished designs.

Since taking over the reigns at Balmain, Olivier Rousteing has honed the collection to an opulent level that harnessed his predecessor's predelication for grungy and sexy and made it sleeker and more grown up. Take Balmain's FW15 collection, lush in fabrication from velvet and leather and smart in its loungey tailoring, while the embellishment like metallic sneakers and crystalized jackets gave the collection a very Louis XIV feel.

Anders Hayward stuns in a vintage-inspired shoot from Karim Sadli for Balmain Homme's Fall/Winter 2014 collection. The military-inspired collection is transposed onto a wartime themed shoot that harkens WWII and of fresh faced young men going off to war to fight for their country.

Jackson Hale is snapped by Mario Sorrenti for Balmain's dark and sexy Fall/Winter 2014 eyewear campaign.

Olivier Rousteing has shed the ideals of his predecessor and has created striking collections since ascending to the directorship at Balmain. The most notable pieces were the intricately sewn jackets with Navajo inspired beading, showcasing the craftmanship behind the label. These jackets were clearly not made for the reserved man but Balmain is all about standing out, after all. There were more (relatively) subtle pieces including a handful of color blocked leather jackets that are sure to be the envy of many. A padded knit with drawstrings looked exceptional when paired with leather pants and the foot du jour: open toed boots that resembled shoes a boxer might prefer. We've seen plenty of sweatpants this season, to complement all the sport and activewear inspiration, but Rousteing's version are quite striking for their duality (day or night wear). The collection was bold, maybe too bold for some, but it's exactly what we expect.