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What was Pierre Balmain known for?
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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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A Pierre Balmain Ceremonial Satin Evening Dress Bolero and Purse Circa 1950
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950
France
Pierre Balmain Paris evening or ceremony dress with matching bolero and purse from the 1950s. Ivory Duchess satin embroidered with white and silver tulbular pearls,...
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1950s French Twin Sets
Balmain dress Haute Couture Fall-Winter 1984
By Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
BALMAIN - (Made in France) Long navy-blue silk and velvet dress. Low-rise effect and skirt with pleated flounce layering embroidered with rhinestoned strips. Composition and size lab...
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses
Pierre Balmain Bodycon Dress with Sheer Shoulders and Waist
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and is fitted through to the hips. There are fabulous horizontal sheer panels around the sh...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Pierre Balmain Silk Safety Pin Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pale yellow silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It is semi fitted skimming the body with a crew neckline and long sleeves adorned along the outside with dozens of silver safety...
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2010s French Day Dresses
Pierre Balmain 1970's Numbered Haute Couture Yellow Silk Tunic & Pants
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New Hope, PA
A 1970's saffron yellow silk tunic and matching pants from Balmain, Paris is the perfect, pulled together ensemble for the girl in a hurry. Add some great shoes, a little jewelry and...
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1970s French Trouser Pant Suits
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
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