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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 by NICHOLAS GHESQUIERE 2007 Vintage Runway Sunglasses Unisex
By Balenciaga
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Nicholas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga
SS07
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Runway
Editorial
Jet black and Silver hardware with a gradient lense
Absolutely Pristine
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Early 2000s Sunglasses
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By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière FW 2003 Runway Black Sleeveless Shift Dress 36
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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Featured in Vogue Size 36 Wool Blend Made in France
A defining moment from the Fall 2003 Balenc...
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Early 2000s European Shift Dresses
BALENCIAGA By DEMNA Pre Fall 2017 Blue Jewel Dress
By Balenciaga
Located in Berlin, BE
Balenciaga by Demna Pre Fall 2017 Blue Jewel Dress FR40
Brand: Balenciaga
Designer: Demna
Collection: Pre Fall 2017
Fabric: Viscose, PA, Elastin
Color: Blue
Size: FR40
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By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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By Balenciaga
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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