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Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5
Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5

Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Strap Sandals

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Ballet Flats Size 38.5
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Ballet Flats Size 38.5

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Ballet Flats Size 38.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These charming ballet flats by Balenciaga will go with any ensemble. Crafted from leather, they

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21st Century and Contemporary Strap Sandals

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38
Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Strap Sandals

BALENCIAGA Size 7.5 Grey Leather Gold Studded ARENA T strap Flats
BALENCIAGA Size 7.5 Grey Leather Gold Studded ARENA T strap Flats

BALENCIAGA Size 7.5 Grey Leather Gold Studded ARENA T strap Flats

By Balenciaga

Located in San Francisco, CA

BALENCIAGA "Arena" sandals come in gray leather with a gold tone studded T thong strap. Wear

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Balenciaga Black Leather Silver Arena Gladiator Flat Sandals
Balenciaga Black Leather Silver Arena Gladiator Flat Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Silver Arena Gladiator Flat Sandals

By Balenciaga

Located in San Francisco, CA

BALENCIAGA "Arena" gladiator style sandals come in textured black leather with a caged ankle

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Strap Sandals

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size IT 39
Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size IT 39

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size IT 39

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

sandal is slightly peeling on this used Balenciaga designer resale item. Details White

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Gladiator Sandals Size 39.5
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Gladiator Sandals Size 39.5

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Gladiator Sandals Size 39.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These stunning black sandals by Balenciaga are a bold style statement. Crafted from leather they

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Giant Sandals Size 39.5
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Giant Sandals Size 39.5

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Giant Sandals Size 39.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These stunning black sandals by Balenciaga are a bold style statement. Crafted from leather, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39
Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39

Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Add a touch of edge to your footwear collection. These beige leather sandals by Balenciaga boast

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Orange Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 41
Balenciaga Orange Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 41

Balenciaga Orange Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 41

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

An orange shade, neat stitching, and stud details define this pair by Balenciaga. The sandals are

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 39

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

You can count on these Balenciaga green sandals to complete a day to evening look. They are crafted

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 36
Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 36

Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 36

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Wear these designer sandals to spruce up any outfit. They are versatile chic and can be easily

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 37.5
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 37.5

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 37.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Keep it casual and chic with these green flats from Balenciaga. They have been crafted from durable

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 39.5
Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 39.5

Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 39.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Beige Leather Arena Flat Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals are chic and constructed with care for a great fit. Crafted from quality materials

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Yellow Leather Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Yellow Leather Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Yellow Leather Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

How vibrant and lovely do these Arena sandals from Balenciaga look! These yellow sandals are

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These stunning black sandals by Balenciaga are a bold style statement. Crafted from leather they

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Purple Suede Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38.5
Balenciaga Purple Suede Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38.5

Balenciaga Purple Suede Arena Studded Thong Sandals Size 38.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Create effortless styles with these Balenciaga sandals. Made of quality materials, they are

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga White Leather Arena Studded Platform Sandals Size 40
Balenciaga White Leather Arena Studded Platform Sandals Size 40

Balenciaga White Leather Arena Studded Platform Sandals Size 40

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

For days of comfort, slip on these platform sandals by Balenciaga. Made from white leather, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 41
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 41

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 41

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This pair of wedge sandals by Balenciaga is lovely. They've been wonderfully styled with leather

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2010s Spanish Sandals

Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Embellished Slide Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Embellished Slide Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Grey Leather Arena Embellished Slide Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These flats are just one of Balenciaga's artistic creations! The grey flats are crafted from

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Brown Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39
Balenciaga Brown Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39

Balenciaga Brown Leather Arena Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Peach/Black Leather Arena Thong Sandals Size 38
Balenciaga Peach/Black Leather Arena Thong Sandals Size 38

Balenciaga Peach/Black Leather Arena Thong Sandals Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Red Leather Arena T-Strap Flat Sandals Size 39
Balenciaga Red Leather Arena T-Strap Flat Sandals Size 39

Balenciaga Red Leather Arena T-Strap Flat Sandals Size 39

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury style and comfort these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of outfi...

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flats Size 38
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flats Size 38

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Flats Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort. These designer flats are made using prime quality materials and frame your feet in the most elegant way. They can be paired with a host...

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Navy Blue Leather Arena Flats Size 38
Balenciaga Navy Blue Leather Arena Flats Size 38

Balenciaga Navy Blue Leather Arena Flats Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Step into sophistication and comfort with these Balenciaga flats for women. Exquisitely crafted

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2010s Sandals

Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Thong Flats Size 37.5
Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Thong Flats Size 37.5

Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Thong Flats Size 37.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5
Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5

Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Blue Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 38.5
Balenciaga Blue Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 38.5

Balenciaga Blue Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 38.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Keep it casual and chic with these Arena flats from Balenciaga. They have been crafted from durable

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Coral Pink Leather Arena Gladiator Flats Size 40
Balenciaga Coral Pink Leather Arena Gladiator Flats Size 40

Balenciaga Coral Pink Leather Arena Gladiator Flats Size 40

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These Balenciaga flats are ideal if you're looking to add that extra pop of color to your wardrobe

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These flat slides are just one of Balenciaga's artistic creations! The black flats are crafted from

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37.5
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37.5

Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Studded Strappy Flats Size 37.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These flats are just one of Balenciaga's artistic creations! The black flats are crafted from

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38
Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38

Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...

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2010s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Ankle Strap Flats Size 40
Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Ankle Strap Flats Size 40

Balenciaga Burgundy Leather Arena Ankle Strap Flats Size 40

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Complete your look by adding these designer flats to your lovely wardrobe. They are crafted skilfully to grant the perfect fit and style.

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Early 2000s Italian Sandals

Balenciaga Red Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 40
Balenciaga Red Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 40

Balenciaga Red Leather Arena Wedge Sandals Size 40

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Heels

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 36.5
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 36.5

Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Wedge Sandals Size 36.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they

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2010s Italian Heels

Balenciaga Arena Giant Gladiator Wedges, Sz 39.5
Balenciaga Arena Giant Gladiator Wedges, Sz 39.5

Balenciaga Arena Giant Gladiator Wedges, Sz 39.5

By Balenciaga

Located in Berlin, DE

Balenciaga Arena Giant Gladiator Wedges. Balenciaga black calfskin arena gladiator wedge sandals

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Balenciaga Arena Sandal For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary balenciaga arena sandal you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Blue and more options on these pages.

How Much is a Balenciaga Arena Sandal?

On average, a balenciaga arena sandal on 1stDibs sells for $512, while they’re typically $281 on the low end and $579 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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Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.

The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?

Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.

A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.