rare Balenciaga Midnight Blue Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag Supple Leather Studs
By Balenciaga
Located in San Diego, CA
rare vintage Balenciaga 2010 Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag This bag features the iconic Balenciaga
rare Balenciaga Midnight Blue Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag Supple Leather Studs
By Balenciaga
Located in San Diego, CA
rare vintage Balenciaga 2010 Motocross Giant Hip Mini Bag This bag features the iconic Balenciaga
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H 6 in W 2 in L 9 in
Balenciaga Embossed Lizard Hip 23balz1016 Brown Leather Cross Body Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 2" Height: 6" Shoulder strap drop: 24" OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+ ) Includes Mirror, Strap, Price Tag and Control Tag ...
Balenciaga Black x Rose Gold Giant Hip Crossbody Bag 927bal35
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 237203-1000 002123 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 1.5" Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 25" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs...
Balenciaga Embossed Lizard Hip 23balz1016 Brown Leather Cross Body Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 242803 2307 002123 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 2" Height: 6" Shoulder strap drop: 24" OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+ ...
Balenciaga Red Agneau Leather Motocross Classic Hip Crossbody Bag w/ Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Red Agneau Leather Motocross Classic Hip Crossbody Bag w/ Mirror Made In: Italy Color
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from black leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from black leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from blue leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from purple leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted in gray leather, features long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from neutral leather, features a
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from blue leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from black leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from blue leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from pink leather, long adjustable
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted from orange leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted in light gray/green leather
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather, crafted in gray leather, features a long
Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather is a sleek and versatile staple
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather is a sleek and versatile staple
Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather is a sleek and versatile staple
Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Balenciaga Hip Crossbody Giant Studs Bag Leather is a sleek and versatile staple
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Pink
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22-24" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 6", Width 9.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 24" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21-23" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22-24" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
2", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
2", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
2", Strap Drop 22-24" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 26" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 12-21" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs Crossbody
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Mirror Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Balenciaga Model
Balenciaga Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Giant Studs Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
Balenciaga Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 20-22" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Studs Crossbody Bag
Balenciaga Hip Classic Metallic Edge Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 21-23" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Metallic Edge Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior
Balenciaga Hip Classic Metallic Edge Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Balenciaga Model: Hip Classic Metallic Edge Crossbody Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather
Balenciaga Hip Classic Metallic Edge Crossbody Bag Leather
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
: With Strap Measurements: Height 6", Width 9.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21-23" Designer: Balenciaga Model
Balenciaga Covered Hip in ivory calf leather
By Balenciaga
Located in Dublin, IE
Covered Hip in ivory calf leather, in ivory leather strap and silver hardware. Very clean interior
Balenciaga Cream Leather Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry this bag in style and experience complete luxury and practicality. It is created using quality material and features a stunning style, a shoulder chain, and a roomy interior. ...
Balenciaga Cumin Leather Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry this bag in style and experience complete luxury and practicality. It is created using quality material and features a stunning style, a shoulder chain, and a roomy interior.
Balenciaga Anthracite Leather Motocross Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by the best, this Balenciaga crossbody bag lives up to the brand's reputation of excellence
Balenciaga Black Leather Motocross Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by the best, this Balenciaga crossbody bag lives up to its reputation. Carry this black-hued
Balenciaga Giant Hip in Light Pink calf leather
By Balenciaga
Located in Dublin, IE
Giant Hip in Light Pink calf leather, with Light Pink leather handles, silver hardware. Very clean
Balenciaga Rose Corail Leather Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed to last, this beautiful crossbody bag is a smart buy. Comfortable and easy to carry, this handy creation comes with an interior lined to keep your essentials organized and s...
Balenciaga Bleu Tropical Leather Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed to be durable, this lovely crossbody bag is a prized buy. Chic and easy to carry, the creation comes with a long shoulder strap and a spacious interior to keep your essentia...
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W 8.86 in D 2.17 in L 5.52 in
Balenciaga Pink Leather Motocross Giant 12 Hip Bag Italy w/ Dust Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Orlando, FL
The Motocross Giant 12 Hip Bag features a leather body, flat leather strap, a top zip closure, an
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W 9.45 in D 1.97 in L 5.91 in
Vintage Authentic Leather Classic Hip Crossbody Bag w Dust Bag Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Orlando, FL
The Classic Hip Bag features a leather body with metal studs, an exterior front zip pocket, a flat
Balenciaga Black Leather Motocross Classic Hip Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Made by the best, this Balenciaga crossbody bag lives up to its reputation. Carry this black-hued
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.
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.