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Aleks Susak, Founder and Creative Director of BALESSA, launched the line in 2019 in Toronto, Canada. Aleks designs and produces ready-to-wear collections and specializes in luxury silk and leather garments that are made-to-measure, hand-painted and one-of-a-kind under The Silk Collection line and The Leather Collection line.
Aleks draws inspiration from a diverse range of sources, blending a passion for photography and travel with a deep appreciation for global cultures. Period films and iconic fashion figures from the 1950s and 1960s also influence Aleks’s aesthetic, resulting in a timeless yet modern approach to design. Known for seamlessly combining traditional cuts with contemporary fabrics—and vice versa—Aleks creates pieces that honor both heritage and innovation. A signature element of Aleks’s work is the fusion of art and fashion, with handcrafted details and artisanal techniques woven into nearly every collection.
Aleks holds an Honours BA and MA from the University of Toronto.
