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What was Pierre Balmain known for?

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What was Pierre Balmain known for?
Pierre Balmain was a French fashion designer most known for founding his fashion house Balmain. Balmain’s designs are described as sophisticated and elegant, and remain one of the most sought after garments in high-fashion. Find vintage and contemporary Balmain designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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1949 Documented Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Grey Bar Jacket Suit
By Pierre Balmain, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in London, GB
Fine and rare Pierre Balmain haute couture grey bar jacket and skirt suit attributed to the autumn / winter 1949 collection. The jacket is tailored in a beautiful pinstripe wool wit...
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1940s French Skirt Suits

Pierre Balmain red Silk jacket and pleated skirt suit Ensemble, Circa 1950
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Ensemble jacket and pleated skirt suit in red. Silk blouse with checkered pattern in red and green with white background, sleeveless. Two level of ruffle scarf c...
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1950s French Pleated Skirts

Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress Les Tricots Pierre Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag. Lining probably acetate. Zip and hook&eye closure in the middle back. Split in the middle front bottom, lenght = 27 ...
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Pierre Balmain Black Crepe Double Breasted Blazer S
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This blazer brings you both class and luxury as you wear it. It is highlighted with long sleeves and classic details, thus granting a polished, formal finish.
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2010s Italian Blazers

Pierre Balmain Black Crepe Double Breasted Blazer S
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This blazer brings you both class and luxury as you wear it. It is highlighted with long sleeves and classic details, thus granting a polished, formal finish.
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2010s Jackets

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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