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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 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 FW 06 Iconic and rare tartan cropped coat
By Balenciaga
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 2006 tartan cropped coat by Balenciaga by Nicolas Guesquière
Stand-away collar
Rounded sleeves
100% wool
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Early 2000s Coats and Outerwear
BALENCIAGA white eather 2019 CLASSIC CITY SCARF NANO Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Balenciaga Classic Nano Scarf bag is crafted from supple white leather and elevated with a statement silk accent. One top handle is wrapped in a white and black l...
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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
BALENCIAGA BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE SS 05 Iconic and rare suede naval jacket
By Balenciaga
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Spring Summer 2005 suede naval jacket by Balenciaga by Nicolas Guesquière
Golden hook and button closure
100% goat
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Early 2000s Cropped Jackets
Balenciaga Metallic Silver Heels, Circa 1960s
By Balenciaga
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful & rare Balenciaga silver leather slingback kitten heels.
Cut-out vamp with a decorative button at the center.
Handmade leather.
★ An amazing piece of fashion history!
C...
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1960s French Low Heels
Balenciaga Haute Couture Printed Silk Dress with Provenance
By Balenciaga
Located in New Hope, PA
Cristobal Balenciaga designed this printed silk dress for Mona von Bismarck, the five times married New York socialite, philanthropist and member of the International Best Dressed Li...
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