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Who is Balmain?
Balmain is an iconic French couture house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. The brand became known for its luxurious bell-shaped skirts and sophisticated cocktail dresses that drew on elegant ballet dancer costumes. It was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. Today’s Balmain has more in common with the master’s original haute couture than you might expect: sharply tailored blazers that nip in at the waist, delicate stilettos and ultra-feminine evening dresses are wardrobe basics for the 21st-century woman, too. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Balmain 2009 Veste iconic FR40 Denim Military Jacket by Decarnin UK12 US10
By Balmain
Located in PARIS, FR
Balmain jacket SS2009 collection by Christophe Decarnin, military inspiration, in washed denim, small stand-up collar, bib decorated with blackened metal chain trimmings closed on 13...
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Early 2000s French Jackets

rare BALMAIN blue white tweed pearl bead embellished plunge mesh dress FR34 XS
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare BALMAIN blue white tweed pearl bead embellished plunge mesh dress FR34 XS Reference: YIKK/A00214 Brand: Balmain Designer: Olivier Rousteing Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Blue, ...
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2010s Indian Cocktail Dresses

BALMAIN black white 2024 STRIPED SEQUIN CROPPED Jacket 36 XS
By Balmain
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Balmain jacket in black and cream striped sequins offers a bold, statement-making style. Featuring a cropped silhouette with structured shoulders, a V-neck, and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

BALMAIN black gold Lion Heart metallic tweed Aline swing mini dress FR34 XS
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN black gold Lion Heart metallic tweed Aline swing mini dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A01447 Brand: Balmain Designer: Olivier Rousteing Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Black, G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Cocktail Dresses

1970s Balmain Paris White Cream and Gold Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Paris Handbag White cream Leather, brass metal ware, strong magnetic clasp closure, inside zipped pocket, suede interior This timeless and sophisticated design is crafted fro...
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1970s French Shoulder Bags

Pierre Balmain Silk Safety Pin Dress
By Pierre Balmain, 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

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