BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag Reference: LNKO/A02288 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Jackie Collection: GUCCI 2021 Material: Canvas, Leat...
BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag Reference: LNKO/A02288 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Jackie Collection: GUCCI 2021 Material: Canvas, Leat...
BALENCIAGA blue green LOGO TARTAN BB CHAIN MEDIUM ROUND Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga BB Medium Chain Quilted Tartan Shoulder Bag in petrol, yellow, blue and off-white wool featuring gold-tone chain shoulder-strap and BB metal logo at front.
Unavailable
H 4.3 in W 0.7 in L 7.4 in
New Balenciaga Brown Monogram BB Zip Around Coated Canvas Clutch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Balenciaga Brown Monogram BB Zip Around Coated Canvas Clutch Bag Authenticity Guaranteed DETAILS Brand: Balenciaga Condition: Brand new Gender: Unisex Category: Clutch Color: B...
Balenciaga Light Blue BB Monogram Denim Small Hourglass Top Handle Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Balenciagas Hourglass is inspired by the silhouettes of its Basque waistcoats of the 1950s and with its very distinctive shape knows how to start a conversation. The curved bottom of...
Unavailable
H 6.5 in W 4 in L 10.5 in
New Balenciaga White BB Logo Print Small Jumbo Canvas Clutch Pouch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Balenciaga White BB Logo Print Small Jumbo Canvas Clutch Pouch Bag Authenticity Guaranteed DETAILS Brand: Balenciaga Condition: Brand new Gender: Unisex Category: Pouch Color: ...
Unavailable
H 6.5 in W 4 in L 10.5 in
New Balenciaga Black BB Logo Print Small Jumbo Canvas Clutch Pouch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in San Marcos, CA
New Balenciaga Black BB Logo Print Small Jumbo Canvas Clutch Pouch Bag Authenticity Guaranteed DETAILS Brand: Balenciaga Condition: Brand new Gender: Unisex Category: Pouch Color: ...
BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA GUCCI 2021 Hacker Jackie BB monogram web mini hobo bag Reference: LNKO/A02288 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Jackie Collection: GUCCI 2021 Material: Canvas, Leat...
Balenciaga BB Round Medium Dollar Print Leather Chain Shoulder Bag
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic Balenciaga BB Round Medium Dollar-Print Leather Chain Shoulder Bag Balenciaga "BB" dollar-print leather shoulder bag.
Balenciaga Red Velvet Quilted BB Chain Wallet Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Red Velvet Quilted BB Chain Wallet Crossbody Bag Made In: Italy Color: Rouge Hardware: Goldtone hardware Materials: Velvet Lining: Red leather lining Closure/Opening: Top...
Balenciaga BB Round Medium Dollar Print Leather Chain Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic Balenciaga BB Round Medium Dollar-Print Leather Chain Shoulder Bag Balenciaga "BB" dollar-print leather shoulder bag.
rare BALENCIAGA 2022 Runway Rodeo Double Boot BB logo boot shape shoulder bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare BALENCIAGA 2022 Runway Rodeo Double Boot black BB logo boot shape shoulder bag Reference: TGAS/F00631 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Material: Leather Color: Black, Silver Pa...
Balenciaga BB Round Graffiti Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
Balenciaga’s BB cross-body bag gets a rebellious revamp for Pre-AW18.
Balenciaga Red Velvet BB Chain Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Swap that regular everyday tote with this charming crossbody bag from the house of Balenciaga. Sewn and assembled with care and love, the bag promises to boost your style and hold yo...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Light wear underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Chain Round Should...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Light wear and scuffs underneath flap, bubbling in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 8.5", Depth 1.5", Strap Drop 20.5" Designer: ...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Jacquard Medium
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Creasing on exterior, wear, moderate scuffs and indentations underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 12", Height 7", W...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Bubbling on interior base, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Chain Round Sho...
Balenciaga BB Souvenir Chain Round Shoulder Bag Quilted
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Scuffs in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 12", Height 7", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Souven...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Leather Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear, scuffs and marks underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: B...
Balenciaga BB Graffiti Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Medium
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6.5", Width 11", Depth 3", Strap Drop 21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Graffiti Chain Shoulder Bag Leather Medium...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 13", Height 5", Width 9", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small Exteri...
BALENCIAGA Bb chain Shoulder bag in White Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: BALENCIAGA - Model: Bb chain - Condition: Very good condition. - Accessories: Dustbag - Measurements: Width: 27cm, Height: 18cm, Depth: 8cm, Strap: 130cm - Exterior Mate...
Balenciaga Black Fabric BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Trust this Balenciaga bag to be light, durable, and comfortable to carry. It is crafted beautifully using the best materials to be a durable style ally.
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Quilted Denim Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Quilted Denim Small, crafted from black quilted denim, features a chain link strap with leather shoulder pad, BB logo on the flap, and age...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Charms Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Chain Round Charms Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small Item Number: 39364/1
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Charms Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 11", Height 6.5", Width 10.5", Depth 3", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Balenciaga Model: BB Chain Round Charms Shoulder Bag Jacquard Small Item Number: 39364/1
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Quilted Velvet Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Light wear on base corners, scuffs and creasing underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 6", Width 8.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21" Designer: ...
Balenciaga BB Chain Round Shoulder Bag Quilted Velvet Small
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear and creasing on exterior, creasing and scuffs underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2", St...
Balenciaga Black BB Round Small Shoulder Bag - New Season
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
Balenciaga Black BB Round Small Shoulder Bag -Made of cotton canvas -Iconic Jacquard logo pattern -Front flap with double B Logo fastening -Palladium chain and leather shoulder str...
Balenciaga BB Reporter Shoulder Bag Quilted Embroidered Velvet XS
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Balding on exterior corners, minor wear and creasing on shoulder pad, scuffs and wear wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width ...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.