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Balenciaga 2008

BALENCIAGA 2008  Ghesquiere Black Dress cotton silk crepe A-line belted FR36 S
BALENCIAGA 2008  Ghesquiere Black Dress cotton silk crepe A-line belted FR36 S

BALENCIAGA 2008 Ghesquiere Black Dress cotton silk crepe A-line belted FR36 S

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA 2008 Ghesquiere Black Dress cotton silk crepe A-line belted FR36 S Reference: MECG

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Balenciaga Resort 2008 Floral Strapless Dress
Balenciaga Resort 2008 Floral Strapless Dress

Balenciaga Resort 2008 Floral Strapless Dress

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

Utterly gorgeous, iconic Balenciaga floral strapless dress - from Nicolas Ghesquiere’s the Resort

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Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Grey Neoprene Top 2008
Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Grey Neoprene Top 2008

Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Grey Neoprene Top 2008

By Balenciaga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is pleased to offer a vintage Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere grey neoprene

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Early 2000s French Shirts

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Navy Gown, 2008
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Navy Gown, 2008

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

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière checked silk structured mini dress, ss 2008
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière checked silk structured mini dress, ss 2008

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière checked silk structured mini dress, ss 2008

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

▪ Important Balenciaga purple and white checked silk mini dress ▪ Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière ▪

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BALENCIAGA S/s 2008 Pink Floral Strapless Corseted Maxi Dress New With Tags
BALENCIAGA S/s 2008 Pink Floral Strapless Corseted Maxi Dress New With Tags

BALENCIAGA S/s 2008 Pink Floral Strapless Corseted Maxi Dress New With Tags

By Balenciaga

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

This iconic piece from Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer 2008 collection, designed under the creative

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M
BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M Reference: LNKO/A02230 Brand

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Nicolas Ghesquiere For Balenciaga Floral Neoprene Dress, Spring - Summer 2008
Nicolas Ghesquiere For Balenciaga Floral Neoprene Dress, Spring - Summer 2008

Nicolas Ghesquiere For Balenciaga Floral Neoprene Dress, Spring - Summer 2008

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Nicolas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga, Spring-Summer 2008, sleeveless floral dress, with pleated

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Balenciaga Shiny Wet Look Grey Navy Structured Coat Fall 2008 UK 8
Balenciaga Shiny Wet Look Grey Navy Structured Coat Fall 2008 UK 8

Balenciaga Shiny Wet Look Grey Navy Structured Coat Fall 2008 UK 8

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in London, GB

Balenciaga Shiny Wet Look Navy Structured Coat UK 8 This is an iridescent coat from Fall 2008

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BALENCIAGA FW2008 Nicolas Ghesquière Silver Grey Ankle Boots 40 uk 7
BALENCIAGA FW2008 Nicolas Ghesquière Silver Grey Ankle Boots 40 uk 7

BALENCIAGA FW2008 Nicolas Ghesquière Silver Grey Ankle Boots 40 uk 7

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in London, GB

from Balenciaga's iconic Fall/Winter 2008 collection by Nicolas Ghesquière, edgy pointy toe stiletto

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BALENCIAGA 2008 Runway black cream twist bow drape peplum hi-slit dress FR38 M
BALENCIAGA 2008 Runway black cream twist bow drape peplum hi-slit dress FR38 M

BALENCIAGA 2008 Runway black cream twist bow drape peplum hi-slit dress FR38 M

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA 2008 Runway black cream twist bow drape peplum hi-slit dress FR38 M Reference: NKLL

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Balenciaga Black Silk Satin Neoprene Vest 2008
Vintage Balenciaga Black Silk Satin Neoprene Vest 2008

Vintage Balenciaga Black Silk Satin Neoprene Vest 2008

By Balenciaga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere structured

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Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière black structured cocktail dress, fw 2008
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière black structured cocktail dress, fw 2008

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière black structured cocktail dress, fw 2008

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

▪ Balenciaga black structured cocktail dress ▪ Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière ▪ Asymmetric draped

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Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière 2008 Sculpted Neoprene Jacket Skort Ensemble
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière 2008 Sculpted Neoprene Jacket Skort Ensemble

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière 2008 Sculpted Neoprene Jacket Skort Ensemble

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Toronto, Ontario

From Nicolas Ghesquière’s era-defining tenure at Balenciaga, this black neoprene ensemble is a

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Early 2000s European Skirt Suits

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Spring 2008 Floral Neoprene Sculpted Coat Dress
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Spring 2008 Floral Neoprene Sculpted Coat Dress

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Spring 2008 Floral Neoprene Sculpted Coat Dress

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A tour-de-force from Nicolas Ghesquière’s sculptural Spring 2008 collection, this couture-level

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Early 2000s European Mini Dress

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M
BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA T'S 2008 black lace shoulder insert black tshirt top FR38 M Reference: LNKO/A02230 Brand

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Balenciaga 2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket New

Balenciaga 2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket New

By Balenciaga

Located in New York, NY

Balenciaga's 2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket is styled and strong, but not stiff! A thick cropped

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Balenciaga  2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket New
Balenciaga  2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket New

Balenciaga 2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket New

By Balenciaga

Located in New York, NY

Balenciaga's 2008 Runway Gray Plaid Jacket is styled and strong, but not stiff! A thick cropped

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Balenciaga Sculpted Floral Print Mini Dress Runway, 2008
Balenciaga Sculpted Floral Print Mini Dress Runway, 2008

Balenciaga Sculpted Floral Print Mini Dress Runway, 2008

By Balenciaga

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Designer Nicolas Ghesquière reported to Vogue that the S08 Balenciaga collection was “exploring new

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

BALENCIAGA by NICOLAS GHESQUIERE quilted chambray coat with fur collar
BALENCIAGA by NICOLAS GHESQUIERE quilted chambray coat with fur collar

BALENCIAGA by NICOLAS GHESQUIERE quilted chambray coat with fur collar

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Nicolas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga dating to 2008. French size 36. Approximate measurements: shoulder 16

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Balenciaga Black Viscose Strapless Dress, FR 36
Balenciaga Black Viscose Strapless Dress, FR 36

Balenciaga Black Viscose Strapless Dress, FR 36

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Bethesda, MD

Stunning Balenciaga 2008 black viscose strapless knee-length dress with bustier and intricate folds

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Balenciaga Beige and Brown Shoulder Bag, 2008 Collection
Balenciaga Beige and Brown Shoulder Bag, 2008 Collection

Balenciaga Beige and Brown Shoulder Bag, 2008 Collection

By Balenciaga

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Balenciaga beige and brown from the 2008 collection with gold tone hardware travels well as a carry

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Balenciaga Cherche Midi Chain Shoulder Bag Leather
Balenciaga Cherche Midi Chain Shoulder Bag Leather

Balenciaga Cherche Midi Chain Shoulder Bag Leather

By Balenciaga

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Balenciaga Cherche Midi Chain Shoulder Bag Leather showcased in Balenciaga's Spring

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Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2008 Neoprene/Silk Top
Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2008 Neoprene/Silk Top

Balenciaga Spring/Summer 2008 Neoprene/Silk Top

By Balenciaga

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Blue & green silk hand-painted over neoprene based on the archives of Cristobal Balenciaga by

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Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008
Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008

Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Fall 2008 black and white dress with structured shoulders

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008
Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008

Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Structured Dress, Fall 2008

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga Runway Fall 2008 black and white color block dress with

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Balenciaga 2008 For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary balenciaga 2008 you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Blue and more options on these pages. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Balenciaga 2008?

On average, a balenciaga 2008 on 1stDibs sells for $1,700, while they’re typically $320 on the low end and $6,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Balenciaga for sale on 1stDibs

Starting as a modest boutique, Balenciaga evolved to transform the landscape of women’s fashion with shapes and contours during the middle of the 20th century that were nothing less than groundbreaking. Today, the brand is as venturesome as ever and is well known for its shoes, handbags, sneakers, streetwear and other clothing and accessories.

Though he was born in the quiet fishing village of Getaria in Spain’s Basque region, Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895–1972) was destined to reshape modern fashion. As a child, he worked alongside his seamstress mother. Showing immense talent, he earned commissions as a teenager from local patron Marquesa de Casa Torres, who paid for his tailoring education in Madrid. In 1917, he established his first haute couture house — named Eisa, for his mother — in the trendy resort town San Sebastián. He soon followed it with boutiques in Madrid and Barcelona, drawing such clientele as the Spanish royal family.

When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937. There, Balenciaga rubbed elbows with fashion greats like Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli and quickly won over clients like Gloria Guinness, Pauline de Rothschild and Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor.

As a couturier, Balenciaga drew from his Spanish heritage for ideas, riffing on everything from matador costumes and flamenco dresses to the paintings of Diego Velázquez, whose portraits of Spanish princesses famously inspired Balenciaga’s Infanta gown.

An expert tailor, he experimented with sculptural silhouettes that didn’t follow the body. Some of his notable designs include the 1953 balloon jacket, and from 1957, the cocoon coat, the baby-doll dress and the sack dress, which he popularized with his good friend designer Hubert de Givenchy. All of these could be considered not just the masterpieces of haute couture, but also objets d’art in their own right, leading to Balenciaga’s nickname, “The Master.”

Balenciaga continued designing until 1968, when he retired after three decades of influential work and his fashion house went dormant. The rights to Balenciaga were acquired by Jacques Bogart S.A. in 1986. Under designer Michel Goma, who focused on ready-to-wear, the brand experienced a resurgence, with his first collection introduced in 1987.

The brand returned to high fashion with the arrival of designer Josephus Thimister in 1992. It has since been led by a series of creative directors who have paid homage to Balenciaga’s iconic designs, including Nicolas Ghesquière, Alexander Wang and, most recently, Demna Gvasalia. In 2011, a museum celebrating Balenciaga’s legacy opened in his hometown in Spain, commemorating where it all began.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Balenciaga crossbody bags, tote bags, day dresses, shirts and more.

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Questions About Balenciaga
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga uses Utah Condensed Bold font for its logo. This sans serif font is simple and bold, inspired by public transport letting. In 2017, the brand slightly changed the lettering by moving them closer together. On 1stDibs, find vintage and modern Balenciaga pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga is most famous for revolutionizing women’s fashion with fresh shapes and a direct appeal to the very rich and famous. The brand’s willingness to experiment with size and shape in haute couture, create interest and even controversy helped propel it into the limelight and cement its standing in the fashion world. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga agneau refers to the type of leather this brand uses. Typically it uses Balenciaga cheve, which is goatskin, or it uses agneau, which is lambskin. The cheve line was discontinued in 2008 because the softer agneau was introduced in 2007, and the agneau continues to be what is used for the majority of Balenciaga’s bags. In 2013, the cheve leather was brought back for select bags and may still crop up once in a while, but it isn’t common. Find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Balenciaga Giant 12 is a version of the brand’s popular City Bag. It’s a large handbag that’s reminiscent of the original version of the Motorcycle bags from the 1990s. Not only is it a big bag, but it features large, noteworthy hardware that makes it a standout. Shop a collection of authentic Balenciaga purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Balenciaga is so expensive because it's one of the world's top fashion houses. Its cult status among celebrities in addition to its handmade production are two factors that contribute to Balenciaga pieces being so expensive.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga is a well-known luxury fashion house from Spain. The name Balenciaga comes directly from the founder Cristóbal Balenciaga. While the designer no longer owns the brand and has passed away, his legacy lives on in fresh designs inspired by his creativity and vision. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga has many retail partners across the globe, including Nordstrom, Macy’s, Harrods, Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. In addition to being able to find this label in the physical stores themselves, many stores carry them online. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Balenciaga has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only expertly-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called Balenciaga is because the luxury fashion house shares its founder's name. However, the original name that Cristóbal Balenciaga chose for his label was Eisa, which was his mother's name. When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937 under the name Balenciaga. From there, the brand evolved to transform the landscape of women’s fashion with shapes and contours during the middle of the 20th century that were nothing less than groundbreaking. Today, Balenciaga is as venturesome as ever and is well known for its shoes, handbags, sneakers, streetwear and other clothing and accessories. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Balenciaga apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The creativity and skill of founder Cristóbal Balenciaga are what made Balenciaga famous. As a couturier, Balenciaga drew from his Spanish heritage for ideas, riffing on everything from matador costumes and flamenco dresses to the paintings of Diego Velázquez, whose portraits of Spanish princesses famously inspired Balenciaga's Infanta gown. As an expert tailor, he experimented with sculptural silhouettes that didn't follow the body. Some of his notable designs include the 1953 balloon jacket and, from 1957, the cocoon coat, the baby-doll dress and the sack dress, which he popularized with his good friend, designer Hubert de Givenchy. All of these could be considered not just the masterpieces of haute couture but also objets d'art in their own right, leading to Balenciaga's nickname, "The Master." Find a collection of Balenciaga apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The insoles of Balenciaga shoes vary, depending on what type and which style of shoe it is. Many of its sneakers have the brand name printed on the insole but that’s not standard across all lines of Balenciaga shoes. It’s best to look up your specific shoe of interest to see what the insole should look like. You’ll find a large collection of Balenciaga shoes and other products from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Balenciaga font resembles some other fonts including Utah Condensed Bold font and Yantramanav Medium Font. The original Balenciaga logotype was adjusted in 2017 to be slightly taller and thinner than the previous font but still look very similar. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga is a high-fashion brand that was founded in Spain by Cristóbal Balenciaga. He is known for creating avant garde pieces that often forecasted future trends. Find a collection of expertly vetted Balenciaga designs from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga doesn’t have a true signature color. The designer, Cristobal Balenciaga had a strong preference for black, and the hue was often repeated in his designs over and over. The logo today is simple and straightforward black lettering. Find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Balenciaga is so famous due to the way the fashion house transformed the landscape of women's fashion with new shapes and contours during the middle of the 20th century. Founder Cristóbal Balenciaga experimented with sculptural silhouettes that didn't follow the body. Some of his notable designs include the 1953 balloon jacket, the cocoon coat, the baby-doll dress and the sack dress. These landmark pieces went on to influence many other designers and earn Balenciaga much acclaim. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Balenciaga apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It’s difficult to determine the most popular Balenciaga bag because trends are constantly changing, but the Balenciaga City bag is often at the top of the list. It’s considered an icon for the brand and both old and new versions are highly sought-after. The original large bag has even inspired a smaller version that is also a popular choice. Shop a collection of authentic Balenciaga purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Usually. Balenciaga often restocks sold-out items, but it’s hard to know when they’ll be available again. In the meantime, you can often find them through second-hand online boutiques or on trusted third-party sites like 1stDibs. Shop a collection of Balenciaga pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cristóbal Balenciaga closed his fashion house and retired in 1968, saying that designing true couture had become impossible. He died four years later at the age of 77. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balenciaga sells haute couture styles and designer ready-to-wear clothing for men and women, handbags, shoes and sneakers, leather goods and accessories. They have a wide variety of options and are considered a brand with uncompromising standards. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.