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The Unstoppable Force of Honey Balenciaga: Ballroom Extraordinaire and Beyoncé’s Dance Partner
Behind the Scenes with Honey Balenciaga: A Custom Photoshoot Featuring Samsung’s Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Z Flip6
The physicality and body autonomy of a drop or duckwalk is undeniable. But for Honey Balenciaga, the Honduran-Puerto Rican ballroom star who rose to fame on Legendary and performed with Beyoncé, it’s a piece of cake. Hypebeast captures her in a custom photoshoot, showcasing the innovative Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Z Flip6 from Samsung. With a quick glance at her biodata readings, it’s clear that Honey commands the floor with a fierce disregard for gravity, her heart rate and oxygen levels spiking as she effortlessly moves.
As if she was sent from the heavens, Honey Balenciaga shines with a natural charisma and confidence that is infectious. Her vibrant energy is nurtured by the ballroom scene, an underground subculture that has been a celebration of protest, gender performance, and a reclamation of LGBTQ+ communities since the 1970s. For Honey, ball culture has been a source of inspiration and empowerment, allowing her to embrace her authentic self and explore different creative avenues.
Surrounded by her team of PR, hair, and makeup, Honey’s star power is on full display as she effortlessly glides from the studio set to grab a quick bite and back to the metallic stage, where she performs jaw-dropping vogue routines and 360 spins. Throughout the day, she jokes about her energy score and active calories burned, proving that serving a fierce look is her preferred form of fitness. And with the sleek Galaxy Ring blending seamlessly with her chrome nail art, Honey can track her wellness readings, including sleep patterns, skin temperature, and steps, giving her a comprehensive overview of her daily health.
Reflecting on her journey, Honey is grateful for her time in LA, where she was able to find herself and her passions. Moving from Brooklyn at 18, her friendships played a crucial role in her self-growth and exploration, helping her unpack her experiences with body and gender dysmorphia while igniting a love for high fashion and all things glamorous. With her unapologetic attitude and fierce determination, Honey Balenciaga is a force to be reckoned with, both on and off the dance floor.
