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Balenciaga was founded in 1919 in San Sebastián, Spain. Creator Cristóbal Balenciaga was referred to as “the master of us all” by Christian Dior. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Balenciaga designs from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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Balenciaga Crush Tote Handbag With New York Charms M New With Tags
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic Balenciaga Crush tote dirty arena Lambskin with New York charms
Black color but listed as "dirty arena" since leather has that look made on purpose by balenciaga
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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Balenciaga Haute Couture Red Swing Bolero Jacket, Early 1960s
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Balenciaga haute couture early 1960's red silk evening jacket. Cropped swing bolero silhouette. Features a slight collar and cuffed half-sleeves. Matte red dupioni silk. Fully lined....
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20th Century Jackets
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Navy Gown, 2008
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Marlborough, GB
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière navy full-length gown, 2008
An incredibly elegant and architecturally constructed piece, with an internal corset bodice concealed by fluid draping to...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses
Balenciaga "Pretty in Pink" Floral Strapless Silk Gown by Nicholas Ghesquiere
By Balenciaga, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the prettiest and memorable gowns from Balenciaga's S/S 2008, with fabulous floral splashes of color, designed by Nicholas Ghesquiere. This runway collection was in full bloo...
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns
BALENCIAGA BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE FW 06 Iconic and rare tartan cropped coat
By Balenciaga
Located in Milano, MILANO
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Stand-away collar
Rounded sleeves
100% wool
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Early 2000s Coats and Outerwear
Black satin jacket with black leather sleeve edge BALENCIAGA
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin jacket with black leather sleeve edge. Silk jacket. Shoulder pad. Pocket on both side.
SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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