BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38 Reference: MEKK/A00003 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Model: Arena Material: Leather Color: Ye...
Balenciaga Espadrille Colorblock 39 Leather Emblem Flats BL-0225N-0052
By Balenciaga
Located in Downey, CA
Balenciaga Espadrille Colorblock 39 Leather Emblem Flats BL-0225N-0052 These Balenciaga Colorblock Espadrille Flats can enhance any style.
Balenciaga Espadrille Color Block 36 Leather Emblem Flats BB-0204N-0006
By Balenciaga
Located in Downey, CA
Balenciaga Espadrille Color Block 36 Leather Emblem Flats BB-0204N-0006 These Balenciaga Colorblock Espadrille Flats can enhance any style.
Men's BALENCIAGA Size 10 Black Leather Espadrille Sandals
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA sandals feature two thick leather straps on a beige woven espadrille sole.
BALENCIAGA Size 11 Grey Black Natural Rope Espadrille Sandals
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA sandals comes in a grey & black leather featuring a natural rope espadrille trim and a slip on style.
runway BALENCIAGA yellow paisley ribbon lace up red canvas espadrille shoes EU36
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
runway BALENCIAGA yellow paisley ribbon lace up red canvas espadrille shoes EU36 Reference: EDTG/A00023 Brand: Balenciaga Model: Espadrille Material: Fabric Color: Red Pattern: ...
BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38 Reference: MEKK/A00003 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Model: Arena Material: Leather Color: Ye...
BALENCIAGA beige leather black canvas strappy gladiator espadrille platform EU38
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA beige leather black canvas strappy gladiator espadrille platform EU38 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Model Name / Style: Platform Material: Leather Color: ...
Men's BALENCIAGA Size 8 Navy Leather Strap Espadrille Sole Slide Sandals
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA slide sandals feature double thick navy leather straps with a woven espadrille sole.
Balenciaga Black Leather Espadrille Flats Size 40
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfort and luxe fashion come combined in these flats from Balenciaga! They are designed with broad leather straps, espadrille midsoles, and rubber soles.
Balenciaga Black Leather Espadrille Flats Size 40
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfort and luxe fashion come combined in these flats from Balenciaga! They are designed with broad leather straps, espadrille midsoles, and rubber soles.
Balenciaga Beige Leather Espadrilles Wedges Platform Sandals Size 39
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Add a structured and minimalist feel to your outfit with these sandals from Balenciaga. These easy slip-on style booties are made from beige leather with open toes and comfortable 12...
Balenciaga Blue/White Leather Espadrille Wedge Sandals Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This pair of wedge sandals by Balenciaga is lovely. They've been wonderfully styled with leather straps, stud detailing and elevated on 13.5 cm espadrille wedges.
Balenciaga Burgundy Suede Wedge Espadrille Strappy Sandals Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These espadrilles from Balenciaga are simply amazing! They have been crafted from suede in a burgundy shade and designed in a strappy silhouette with buckle ankle straps.
Balenciaga Black Suede Espadrille Wedge Ankle Strap Sandals Size 41
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These lovely Balenciaga wedge sandals will bring you the right amount of style and comfort. They feature suede straps in a black shade, a strappy layout, ankle strap fastenings, and ...
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Wedge Espadrille Ankle Strap Sandals Size 40
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How lovely do these sandals from Balenciaga look! These black sandals are crafted from leather and feature an open toe silhouette. They flaunt a cage design with multiple silver-tone...
Moss Deep Green Soft Linen Silk Classic Modern Artisanal Handwoven Scarf
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Moss is a light weight linen silk blend scarf. It is finely handwoven by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michi...
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT tortoise and gold link belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 1970's Yves Saint Laurent link belt is composed of alternating rectangular and circular tortoise acetate elements, connected by polished gold-tone metal links. The tortoiseshell...
$1,721
Size: Size US 6 - French 36
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1990s Black Tuxedo Suit with Dramatic Twisted Billowing Red Fabric Lined Sleeves This is a rar...
$2,856Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand: Christian Dior by John Galliano Product Name: Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag Product Description: Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag...
2004 Christian Dior Galliano D’Trick Red Leather Leopard Pointed Kitten Heels
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano D’Trick Red Leather & Leopard Pointed Court Shoe Heels, named in homage to Marlene Dietrich featuring perforated leather, Chrome ‘D’ Buckles and...
Vintage Chanel Spring 2001 Purple Diamond Weave Pencil Skirt with Zig Zag Trim
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 2000s Chanel purple diamond weave pencil skirt with a strip of zig zag cut trim at front and back side from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Purp...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 39.5
New Yves Saint Laurent by Stefano Pilati YSL Runway Satin Heels Pumps Sz 39.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Debut Collection Rare & Collectible Brand New * Yves Saint Laurent "POUF" Heels * Fuchsia Satin Upper * Removable Feather POUF * Leather Ins...
Christian Dior by Galliano Gun Metal Grey Silver pointed Crocodile Kitten Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano Kitten Heels featuring riveted Dior Buckles, crocodile texture leather and 3” Kitten Heels. Size; UK 4.5 / EU 36.5 Heel Height; 2.5” i...
Shockingly New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Final Collection Heels Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size 37 * Tom Ford Era Velvet Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977. Th...
NWT 2004 Roberto Cavalli Pink Print Lace-Up Corset Bustier Top S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From 2004, this new-with-tags Roberto Cavalli bustier top features a vibrant floral paisley print in pink and tan tones. The structured corset silhouette includes front hook closures...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black satin clear lucite dagger peep toe heel EU37
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black satin clear lucite dagger peep toe heel EU37 Reference: NKLL/A00119 Brand: Alexander McQueen Material: Satin, Plastic Color: Black Pattern: Solid Extra Detail...
Branded " CD" blue velvet evening sandals with rhinestone Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Branded " CD" blue velvet evening sandals with rhinestone. Buckle closure on the side Heels's height = 10 cm Plateform = 0,5 cm Shoe Size = 38
GIVENCHY black leather STUDDED PEEP TOE Ankle Boots Shoes 38
By Givenchy
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Givenchy studded open-toe ankle-booties in black calfskin with elastic inserts on the side. Brand new. Measurements Imprinted Size 38 Shoe Size 38 Inside Sole 25cm (...
$1,387Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Size: 38 U.S. Size 7.5
New Gucci Python Snakeskin 2014 Nicki Minaj Heels Booties Boots Sz 38 U.S. 7.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Gucci Python Booties S/S 2014 Runway & Ad Size: 38 U.S. Size 7.5 Green Python Heel 4.5" Front Platform 1" Nylon Straps Zips Up the Interior Side Python & L...
New Rare Yves Saint Laurent New YSL Eva Lips Heels Sz 38.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Stunning Olive & Cream Lips! * Leather Insole * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Gold Hardware * 4.5" Heel * .5" Lip * Comes with YSL Box...
Christian Dior by Galliano 2002 Stamp Bikini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior spring-summer 2002 stamp print bikini. Braided straps. Comes with two different pairs of pants. Vintage, 2002. Composition: Polyamide/Elasthane/Cotton mix. Made i...
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.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
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.