Balenciaga Tan Leather City Envelope Clutch with Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Balenciaga Tan Leather City Envelope Clutch with Mirror in excellent condition. attached mirror inside. lambskin leather, canvas lining, brass hardware. measurements: 12x7.5x2.5"- 3....
BALENCIAGA Demna silver metallic mirrored leather high ankle boots EU38
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna silver metallic mirrored leather high ankle boots EU38 Reference: LNKO/A02140 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Material: Leather Color: Silver Pattern: Solid Closur...
BALENCIAGA metallic silver leather TALON MIRROR 80 Boots Ankle Shoes 36
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga Talon mirror 80 mid-calf boots in metallic silver leather.
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BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0004SA blue mirrored reflective acetate temple sunglasses
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0004SA blue mirrored reflective acetate temple sunglasses Reference: ANWU/A00084 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: BB0004SA Material: Acetate Color: Blue Pa...
Balenciaga Silver Cross Body 2 Way Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Balenciaga new mirror silver leather 2 way bag. Comes with adjustable and detachable shoulder strap.
Balenciaga Pink Lambskin Arena Giant 12 Town Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Two way zipper top closure accesses the black fabric interior which has one zippered pocket and two patch pockets. Includes Balenciaga mirror, detachable shoulder strap, care card ...
Balenciaga Blue Leather Giant City 12 Bag- Nickel HW
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Two way zipper top closure accesses the black fabric interior which has one zippered pocket and two patch pockets. Includes Balenciaga mirror, detachable shoulder strap, care card ...
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H 10.5 in W 15 in D 4 in
Balenciaga Lambskin Giant 12 Arena City Bag in Rose Hortensia Pink, GHW
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Two way zipper top closure accesses the black fabric interior which has one zippered pocket and two patch pockets. Includes Balenciaga mirror, optional shoulder strap, care card an...
Balenciaga Bucket bag with Saint gold Studs and shoulder strap
By Balenciaga
Located in Toronto, CA
Crafted with Balenciaga's signature attention to detail, it is both a fashion statement and a practical accessory.Key Features:Indigo Leather: The bag is made from high-quality indig...
Balenciaga Hot Pink Small City Classic Silver Hardware, 2016
By Balenciaga
Located in Singapore, SG
This piece comes complete with original Balenciaga dustbag, leather framed hand mirror, detachable shoulder straps and care cards.
Balenciaga Mirrored Cat Eye Sunglasses BB0105S 61/12 145mm
By Balenciaga
Located in Rome, Rome
Balenciaga Sunglasses Model BB0105S - 003. Blue metal frame.
Balenciaga 1970s Oversized Sunglasses
By Balenciaga
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Includes low arms and the Balenciaga mirrored "B" stamp on the side. The perfect chic sunglasses for a day by the pool or everyday!
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H 6 in W 3.5 in L 9.4 in
Balenciaga Green Matte Calfskin Patent Giant 12 Silver Hardware Mini City 20ba83
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 309544-5260-F-535269 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9.4" Width: 3.5" Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 19.5" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD COND...
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H 6 in W 3.5 in L 9.4 in
Balenciaga Green Matte Calfskin Patent Giant 12 Silver Hardware Mini City 20ba83
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 309544-5260-F-535269 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9.4" Width: 3.5" Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 19.5" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD COND...
BALENCIAGA Black Leather Day Bag (No Mirror)
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Black Leather Day Bag (No Mirror) Made In Italy Materials: Leather Interior And Exterior Pockets No Mirror Stamped "BALENCIAGA PARIS" Length: 15.5" Height: 1...
Balenciaga Beige Leather Sunday Tote with Mirror 78ba39s
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Balenciaga Beige Leather Sunday Tote with Mirror 78ba39s Date Code/Serial Number: 228750-9678 1669 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7.5" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: ...
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0004SA blue mirrored reflective acetate temple sunglasses
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0004SA blue mirrored reflective acetate temple sunglasses Reference: ANWU/A00084 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Material: Acetate Color: Blue Pattern: Sol...
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0038S black mirrored orange wrap shield sunglasses
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0038S black mirrored orange wrap shield sunglasses Reference: ANWU/A00085 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Material: Acetate Color: Orange Pattern: Solid M...
BALENCIAGA Navy Textured Leather Mirrored Edge City Satchel Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA Medium "City" satchel comes navy blue textured leather with gold tone "mirror edge" trim throughout, front pocket with stud details, double whipstitch top handles, top zip...
BALENCIAGA Demna silver metallic mirrored leather high ankle boots EU38
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna silver metallic mirrored leather high ankle boots EU38 Reference: LNKO/A02140 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Material: Leather Color: Silver Pattern: Solid Closur...
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H 6 in W 9.5 in D 4 in L 14.5 in
Balenciaga Dark Blue Aged Lambskin Classic Small City Bag w/Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is the Balenciaga Classic City Mini leather two way bag, with top braided handles and a removeable crossbody strap. The color is a dark blue aged leather with gold hardware. The...
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0038S black mirrored orange wrap shield sunglasses
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA BB0038S black mirrored orange wrap shield sunglasses Reference: ANWU/A00085 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: BB0038S Material: Acetate Color: Orange, Black P...
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H 9 in D 5 in L 15 in
Balenciaga Giant 12 Gold City Bag in Ivory Leather with Shoulder Strap + Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Kingston, NY
A rare find in this sought-after colorway, perfect for collectors and Balenciaga devotees alike. Details: • Designer: Balenciaga • Style: Giant 12 Gold City • Material: Calfskin ...
Balenciaga Silver and Grey Envelope Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
It opens with a magnetic fastening to reveal three compartments, a zipped pocket, a co-ordinated leather-framed mirror and Balenciaga Paris logo plaque. Its premium leather exterior ...
Pink Balenciaga Classic City Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Classic City leather bag by Balenciaga. Features attached leather framed mirror.
BALENCIAGA Slash 80 silver patent mirrored leather pointy slash heel boots EU36
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Slash 80 silver patent mirrored leather pointy slash heel boots EU36 Reference: EALU/A00035 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Slash 80 Material: Patent Leather Colo...
BALENCIAGA Black Aged Lambskin Small City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
BALENCIAGA Black Aged Lambskin Small City Bag Xupes Reference: CB731 Serial Number: 431621.1000.B.1669 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Balenciaga Dust Bag, Mirror Authenticity Det...
BALENCIAGA Jaune Citronnade Goatskin Leather Papier Mini
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
BALENCIAGA Jaune Citronnade Goatskin Leather Papier Mini Serial Number: 370926.7325.E.535269 Age (Circa): 2010 Accompanied By: Balenciaga Shoulder Strap, Detachable Mirror Authentic...
BALENCIAGA Jaune Citronnade Goatskin Leather Papier Mini
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
BALENCIAGA Jaune Citronnade Goatskin Leather Papier Mini Serial Number: 370926.7325.E.535269 Age (Circa): 2010 Accompanied By: Balenciaga Shoulder Strap, Detachable Mirror Authentic...
2000's Balenciaga Anthracite Distressed Calfskin Giant City
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"BALENCIAGA Anthracite Distressed Calfskin Giant City This BALENCIAGA Giant City is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Balenciaga Dust Bag, Care Card, Mirror, Should...
BALENCIAGA Dark Grey Agneau Lambskin Envelope Shoulder Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
BALENCIAGA Dark Grey Agneau Lambskin Envelope Shoulder Clutch Xupes Reference: CB751 Serial Number: 327079-1110-F-525040 Age (Circa): 2010 Accompanied By: Balenciaga Dust Bag, Shoul...
BALENCIAGA black distressed leather GIANT CITY MINI Crossbody Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
This bag also includes the classic detachable pocket mirror, a signature Balenciaga touch. Has been carried and is in excellent condition.
BALENCIAGA DEMNA 2016 yellow transformable origami fold flap front shoulder bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Can be worn as a fold over single top handle bag clasp together the sides as an origami shoulder bag. Mirror pocket at front with Balenciaga signed mirror.
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H 9.75 in D 6.75 in L 15.25 in
Balenciaga X Gucci GG Supreme Beige Ebony Monogram Neo Classic City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga X Gucci GG Supreme Beige Ebony Monogram Neo Classic City Bag Made In: Italy Color: Beige ebony Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Coated canvas Lining: Balenciaga logo texti...
2000s Balnciaga Black Distressed Calfskin City First PM
By Balenciaga
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"BALENCIAGA Black Distressed Calfskin City First PM This BALENCIAGA City First PM is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Balenciaga Dust Bag, Mirror.
Balenciaga Floral Satin and Leather Giant 21 Brief Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Floral Satin & Leather Giant 21 Brief Bag Made In: Italy Color: Pink, white Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Satin, leather, metal Lining: Black textile Closure/Openin...
Balenciaga Red Rear-View Mirror Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
REAR-VIEW MIRROR clutch bag by Balenciaga. This bag has the shape of a car mirror.
BALENCIAGA Periwinkle First Motorcycle Bag W/ Mirror RT $1595
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
BALENCIAGA Periwinkle First Motorcycle Bag This classic Balenciaga bag can be worn using only the top handles in the crook of the arm or with the removable strap at the shoulder. ...
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: Red Hardware: Dark goldtone Materials: Lamb Leather Lining: Black fine textile Clo...
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H 7 in D 4.25 in L 10.25 in
Balenciaga Black Leather Mini Papier A4 Crossbody Tote Bag w/ Neon Accents
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Black Leather Mini Papier A4 Bag w/ Neon Yellow Accents Made In: Italy Color: Black with neon chartreuse accents Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Calfskin leather Lining: ...
French Triptych Wall Dressing Mirror by Maison Brot
Located in Miami, FL
French triptych folding mirror by Maison Brot. French folding mirror from "Balenciaga" fitting room in Paris, circa 1950s.
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Balenciaga Mirrored Stiletto Ankle Bootie (40 EU) 482095
By Balenciaga
Located in Montreal, Quebec
These silver Balenciaga mirror ankle boots are made with leather and feature side zip fastening, 80-mm heel, a pointed toe and a mirrored shine effect.
Balenciaga Mirrored Leather Thigh-High Boots
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
Taking the look to the next level with this show-stopping thigh pair cut from mirrored-leather. Made in Italy, they have a slightly slanted 'ice-pick' heel, a razor-sharp pointed toe...
Balenciaga Magenta Leather Large Envelope Evening Flap Clutch Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Chicago, IL
Balenciaga Magenta Leather Large Envelope Evening Flap Clutch Bag Leather Silver tone hardware Woven lining Magnet closure Date code present Made in Italy Measures 7" W x 12" L ...
Balenciaga Magenta Work City Bag With Gold Hardware.
By Balenciaga
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The outside has one front zippered pocket, and the Balenciaga mirror hanging. The inside has one large zippered compartment.
Balenciaga Eggshell Neo Folk Messenger Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Made in Italy. Balenciaga mirror and card included. Retail price $1345.00.
Balenciaga Black Wrinkled Lambskin Giant Monday Tote- GHW
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Two way zipper top closure accesses the black fabric interior which has one zippered pocket and two patch pockets. Includes Balenciaga mirror, care card and Balenciaga dust bag.
Balenciaga Pewter Giant Arena City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Black fabric lining has one zippered pocket. Includes Balenciaga mirror, detachable shoulder strap, card and Balenciaga dust bag.
Balenciaga Taupe Wrinkled Lambskin Arena Giant City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Carried in hand or by the optional shoulder strap. Made in Italy. Balenciaga mirror, shoulder strap and dust bag included.
Balenciaga Vert Poker Classic First Arena Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Black fabric lining has one zippered pocket. Includes Balenciaga mirror, detachable shoulder strap, authenticity card, leather swatch and original Balenciaga dust bag.
Balenciaga Marine Arena City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Black fabric lining has one zippered pocket. Includes Balenciaga mirror, detachable shoulder strap, card and original Balenciaga dust bag.
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H 4.73 in W 2.96 in L 7.49 in
Balenciaga Croc Embossed Mirrored Leather Small Hourglass Top Handle Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Balenciaga's Hourglass bag is fast becoming a must-have bag.
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City Bag with Dustbag and Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company Balenciaga Model Classic Metallic Edge City Bag with Dustbag and Mirror Color Tan Date Code N/A Material - Leather Measurements - 7" x 13" x 4" Strap - Adjustable straps Outs...
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W 12.6 in D 2.37 in L 8.27 in
Vintage Authentic Balenciaga Leather Motocross Classic First Satchel w Mirror
By Balenciaga
Located in Orlando, FL
The Motocross Classic First satchel features a leather body with tassel zipper pull details, a front exterior zip pocket, silver-tone studs, rolled leather handles, a detachable shou...
Balenciaga Wide Fit Purple Mirror Ski Goggle Sunglasses (BB 0004S 002)
By Balenciaga
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Purple ITEM CODE: BB0004S 002 SIZE STAMP: 99 ☐ 01 145 FRAME MATERIAL: Acetate MEASURES~ Arms: 145 mm Lens width: 99 mm Lens height: 50 mm Bridge: 01 mm COMES WITH: Sunglass...
Balenciaga Purple Papier Tote
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Balenciaga dust bag and mirror included. Estimated retail $1,200.00.
Balenciaga Black Leather Saddle Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
The squared semicircular shape has depth and width - the spacious textile-lined interior is outfitted with a flat zippered pocket and the iconic Balenciaga attached mirror. The flap ...
Balenciaga Dark Grey Leather RH First Tote
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt your love for high-end fashion with this handbag from Balenciaga. Includes: Detachable Shoulder Strap, Mirror, Info Booklet
Balenciaga Dark Grey Python Papier Mini A4 Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Double python skin handles are carried in hand or at the elbow or a detachable shoulder strap may be used. Made in Italy. Balenciaga python wrapped mirror and optional shoulder ...
Balenciaga Bubble Gum Pink Leather Arena Giant Brief Tote
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It has comfortable handles, an exterior zipped pocket and comes with a leather framed mirror. The zip enclosed interior is spacious and is lined with fabric, housing a zipped pocket ...
Balenciaga Apple Green Lambskin Arena Classic Work Satchel Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Carried fashionably in hand or at the elbow. Made in Italy. Balenciaga leather mirror and dust bag included.
Balenciaga Arena Giant City Purple Handbag in Dust Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The interior contains a leather mirror, which is not attached, and the Balenciaga serial numbers on leather tag.
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Victorian Print Jeans With Suede Roses
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is pleased to offer a pair of vintage Roberto Cavalli pale yellow denim high waisted pants with all-over Victorian-style floral and figure print with suede applique patc...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk halter dress from Moschino Couture. It is a wrap style dress which ties at the waist and has a band of gold sequins around the neck through to the back forming ...
Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
By Sophie Sitbon Paris, Sophie Sitbon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress from French designer Sophie Sitbon. It is a simple sleeveless crew neck dress with horizontal cut outs across the midriff, upper chest and sides. The back is...
Unusual Handmade Rhinestone Crystal Bra
Located in New York, NY
Amazing, Cool Handmade Rhinestone Bra from the 1980's perfect for layering under sheer or open garments. Unusual handmade from rhinestone "chaining" and hand soldered to form bra cup...
FABULOUS Thierry Mugler Couture SS 2001 Les Solaris Blouse Top Sheer Net Leather
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler Couture creation, SS2001 Les Solarisées Collection. Extremely rare and fabulous vintage Couture piece, documented seen on the Runway. Dripping in celestial se...
$1,862Sale Price|20% Off
Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Tank Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE silver metal mesh tank top. Rectangular metal label reads PACO RABANNE. Indicative measurements taken laid flat : length approx 47 cm (18.50 inches). Photographed...
$938Sale Price|49% Off
Size: 38.5
New Gucci Stunning Crystal & Suede Leather Platform Heels Pumps Sz 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Gucci Box Gucci Crystal Suede Leather Platform Heels $1875 Size: 38.5 Black Heel 5" Front Platform 1.25" Peep Toe Leather Footbed Adjustable Ankle Strap Gold Gucci Har...
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
This arresting, floor-grazing Thierry Mugler Couture gown is a masterclass in architectural sensuality. Cut with Mugler’s signature anatomical precision, the bodice plays a daring ga...
Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Python Runway Suede Boots Sz 8
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Snake Suede Boots Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Ad Runway Python Boots * Black * Soft Suede Uppers * Snakeskin Heels * 1/2" Front Platform * 5" Heel * With Dust Cov...
Moschino Couture Cut out Color Block Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Moschino Couture in black with off white trim. It is sleeveless with a V neckline, a waist cut out below it and a low cut back, all trimmed in off white. The d...
Gianni Versace Couture 90s Metallic Mesh Silver Top It. 38
By Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gianni Versace Couture Iconic from 90's Metallic Mesh Italian size 38 Silver-tone Metallic Mesh This top has a matching draping metal scarf that is permanently attached around the ne...
Gianni Versace Couture Color Block Dress with Leather Trim SS 2001
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Gianni Versace Couture. The long sleeve bodice crosses in the front creating an adjustable neckline. It has a tan colored leather inset around...
Giorgio Armani Beige Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani Black Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress. From the late 1990s this amazing dress will keep all eyes on you! Graceful & sexy, simple & elegant it doesn...
Roberto Cavalli sage green silk corset, ss 2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli cropped bustier / corset ▪ Constructed from sage green silk ▪ Halter-neck ties with chain and feather adornments ▪ Lace-up fastening ▪ Size Medium ▪ Made in Italy...
Mini bustier's dress leopard printed covered with sequins C.D de Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Mini bustier 's dress leopard printed covered with transparent sequins C.D de Christian Dior "Robe du Soir "
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.