Balenciaga Blue City Clip Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Blue color Zip closure External zip pocket Cm 33 x 22 (12,99 x 8,66 inches) With dustbag Express shipping included in the price
Balenciaga Blue City Clip Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Blue color Zip closure External zip pocket Cm 33 x 22 (12,99 x 8,66 inches) With dustbag Express shipping included in the price
Balenciaga Green Classic City 2way Moto Bag 1130ba19
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 115748-9770 001013 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5" Height: 9.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 7" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( ...
BALENCIAGA white eather 2019 CLASSIC CITY SCARF NANO Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Balenciaga Classic Nano Scarf bag is crafted from supple white leather and
BALENCIAGA City Classic Mini neon yellow scaled leather motocross bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA City Classic Mini neon yellow scaled leather motocross bag Reference: TGAS/F00513 Brand
Christian Dior Oblique Monogram Canvas Travel Vanity Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Canvas crossbody bag, or a Balenciaga City bag for an effortlessly fashionable look. Measurements
Balenciaga Sunday City MM Azure
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
. ------------------------- Balenciaga bag, Sunday City model in size MM, made of soft leather in light blue with bronze hardware
Balenciaga Bubblegum Pink Large Leather City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vibrant contemporary bubblegum pink City Bag with double handles and zip top. Appears to have never
Balenciaga City Classic Metallic Edge Bag Leather Medium
By Balenciaga
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 9" Designer: Balenciaga Model: City Classic Metallic Edge Bag Leather Medium Exterior
Balenciaga The City 866187 Ivory Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 21 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 11 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga Blue Leather Giant City 12 Bag- Nickel HW
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Balenciaga BLUE Giant City 12 Bag with Nickel Hardware- NEW; retail $1,985.00 plus taxes The
Balenciaga Mint City 2way 869570 Green Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
, Mirror and Dust Bag Retail $1835 (Outside Flaws) Minor rubs on the edges (Outside Flaws) Minor stains
Balenciaga The City 2way 868533 Pink Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 11 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga The City 2way 870134 Red Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.08 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 18 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga The City 2way 866491 Red Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga The City 2way 867274 Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga The City 2way 867350 Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 43 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.08 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 18 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga Light City 2way 108339 Gray Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
(Outside Flaws) Minor rubs partially Minor scratches partially (Outside Flaws) Minor marks partially (Handle) Minor rubs on a part of handle Minor scratches on a part of handle Notic...
Balenciaga First City 2way 868857 Pink Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 7.08 in W 2.36 in L 12.9 in
Balenciaga First City 2way 868680 Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.08 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 18 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 2.36 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 6 cm(approx) H...
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 6.29 in L 16.5 in
Balenciaga Powder The City 2way 868214 Blue Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
/10 or B+) Includes: Shoulder Strap and Dust Bag Retail $1835 (Outside Flaws) Minor marks partially
Unavailable
H 7.48 in W 2.36 in L 12.5 in
Balenciaga Khaki First 2way City 869960 Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Bag (Some Stains) and Mirror Retail $1395 (Outside Flaws) Minor rubs partially (Outside Flaws) Minor
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 7.08 in L 16.9 in
Balenciaga Oxford The City 2way 870151 Pink Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) Includes : Dust Bag, Mirror and Shoulder Strap Retail $1595 (Outside Flaws) Noticeable rubs partially
Unavailable
H 9.44 in W 5.11 in L 14.5 in
Balenciaga Oxford The City 2way 867253 Grey Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
B) Includes: Dust Bag (Some Stains) / Shoulder Strap / Leather Care Manual Mirror Retail $1475
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 5.11 in L 14.9 in
Balenciaga Cinched The City 2way 870339 Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
CONDITION (7/10 or B) Includes Shoulder Bag (Outside Flaws) Noticeable rubs partially Noticeable tear on the
Unavailable
H 9.84 in W 5.11 in L 14.9 in
Balenciaga Floral City 2way 865705 Multi Color Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
/ Mirror / Dust Bag (Some marks) Retail $1675 (Outside Flaws) Minor rubs partially Minor aging on the edge
Unavailable
H 9.84 in W 5.9 in L 14.9 in
Balenciaga Giant The City 2way 867236 Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
:Leather Come with : Dust Bag (Some Stains) / Shoulder Strap Country of Manufacture : Italy Code, Number
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 4.72 in L 14.5 in
Balenciaga Denim The City 2way 865597 Black Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 4.72 in L 14.5 in
Balenciaga Giant City First 2way 868885 Beige Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 9.44 in W 5.51 in L 13.7 in
Balenciaga Brogues Giant City 2way 868718 Pink Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 5.51 in L 16.5 in
Balenciaga Cognac Brown The City 2way 866421 Orange Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Material :Leather Come with : Shoulder Strap / Dust Bag Country of Manufacture : Italy GOOD CONDITION ( 7
Unavailable
H 12.9 in W 5.11 in L 12.5 in
Balenciaga (Ultra Rare) City Tote 867395 Black Leather Weekend/Travel Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 13.78 inch Handle (cm) : 35 cm Color : Black Material :Leather Come with : Dust Bag / Mirror Country of
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 7.08 in L 15.7 in
Balenciaga Powder The First City 2way 868160 Blue Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Bag and Mirror Retail $1435 (Outside Flaws) Minor rubs on the edges (Outside Flaws) Minor color fade
Unavailable
H 9.05 in W 5.51 in L 15.7 in
Balenciaga Bordeaux Giant The City 2way 869736 Purple Leather Shoulder bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
B) Includes : Dust Bag (Some Stains) and Shoulder Strap Retail $1835 (Outside Flaws) Minor marks
Unavailable
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
Balenciaga Rose Hortensia Lambskin Arena City Bag with GIANT Gold Hardware- NEW; retail $1,985.00
Unavailable
H 9.5 in W 5.6 in L 15 in
Balenciaga Shoulder Bag City Two-way 37bala624 204086 Brown Leather Satchel
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Measurements: L: 15" W: 5.6" H: 9.5" Signs of wear: General aging of the leather. Staining of the exterior. Scratches on the hardware. Visible wear ...
Unavailable
H 8.75 in W 7 in L 17 in
Balenciaga Off-white The City 2way 9be1226 Ivory Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 168028 200047 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 7" Height: 8.75" Shoulder strap drop: 11" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B )...
Unavailable
H 14 in W 7.5 in L 19.5 in
Balenciaga Extra Large Giant The City 8balr0625 Leather Weekend/Travel Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 173080- 1669 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 19.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 14" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Retail ...
Unavailable
H 11 in W 7.08 in L 17.3 in
Balenciaga Oxford The First City Handbag 868288 Brown Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 17.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 44 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.08 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 18 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 10.2 in W 5.51 in L 15.3 in
Balenciaga The City 2way 896004 Black X Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 39 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 26 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable
H 9 in W 7 in L 16.5 in
Balenciaga Giant The Part Time City 2way 14balz0914 Dark Pink Leather Travel Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 282009 6265 K 002123 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 7" Height: 9" Shoulder strap drop: 12" Handle drop: 7" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 o...
Unavailable
Balenciaga Grey City Bag
Located in New York, NY
Length: 13.5 Inches Height: 13 Inches Material: Leather
Balenciaga City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Balenciaga olive city bag. Height 7", Length 12", Depth 5", Handle drop 5.75"
Balenciaga City Bag Black with Gold-tone hardware Large Handbag
By Balenciaga
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Balenciaga City Bag Black with Gold-tone hardware Large Handbag These are professional photos of
Balenciaga Beige City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful BALENCIAGA leather City bag in beige delivered in its original Balenciaga dustbag
Balenciaga City Mini Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Athens, GA
Balenciaga City Mini Bag. Dark grey/ black mini leather bag. Super cute style. Gold studded details
Balenciaga Blue Leather City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
City model Balenciaga bag made of blue leather. Equipped with double handle and removable shoulder
Grey Balenciaga Leather City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Grey leather City bag by Balenciaga. Dual carry handles. Detachable crossbody
Balenciaga Beige Leather City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Balenciaga designer bag crafted in beige leather with black hardware. Zip closure, very large
Balenciaga Silver Classic City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
* Silver-tone wrinkled calf leather * Gold-tone stud detailing * Decorative buckle detailing * Leather mirror tag * Two rolled top handles * Detachable shoulder strap * Top zip faste...
Balenciaga Bronze Leather Motorcycle City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Wonderful Balenciaga model city bag in a flashy bronze color. Removable and adjustable shoulder
Balenciaga City Medium Orange Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
An iconic and timeless piece from Balenciaga, the Classic City Bag embodies effortless cool
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. Double
Balenciaga Agneau Leather Motorcycle City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
Balenciaga Agneau Leather Motorcycle City Bag Mint green tote bag crafted in distressed lambskin
Balenciaga Red Matte Crocodile City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Balenciaga Red Crocodile City Bag- PRISTINE; Appears Never Before Carried Rarely seen in crocodile
BALENCIAGA Classic City Leather Tote Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This black leather Balenciaga bag features braided handles, a leather fringe zipper pull, and
New Balenciaga Structured City Classic Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Port Hope, ON
This never worn Mesh and Leather Balenciaga is structured and comes with removable strap, mirror
Balenciaga Black Graffiti City Bag 26ba69s
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 505550-1070-Z-002123 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 9.5" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) N...
Balenciaga Pink City 2way Bag 55ba518s
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 115748-5669 572752 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 5" Height: 10" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7....
BALENCIAGA Navy Felt & Black Leather City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
BALENCIAGA Navy Felt & Black Leather City Bag Age: 2007 Made In Italy Materials: Navy blue
Pre-Loved Balenciaga Women's Large City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
momentous CSD designer resale revolution! Pre-Loved Balenciaga Women's Large City Bag
BALENCIAGA Pink Mini Crossbody City Bag 2BAL1214K
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
BALENCIAGA Pink Mini Crossbody City Bag 2BAL1214K Date Code/Serial Number: 2372086603002123 Made
Balenciaga Griege Lambskin Leather Motorcycle City Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
This gorgeous Balenciaga Griege has a chic shape made of lamb leather aged effect with leather
BALENCIAGA black distressed leather CLASSIC CITY Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Balenciaga 'Classic City' bag is crafted in black distressed leather
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 2002 Embellished Giant Logo Suede Pants
By Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
RARE Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 2002 Embellished Giant Logo Suede Pants. Size 40 FR. Condition: Good. To note: scratches and discolouration on the logo, stains on the sued...
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Runway S/S 2008 Gladiator Woven Knee Boots
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
BALENCIAGA BY NICOLAS GHESQUIERE RUNWAY S/S 2008 GLADIATOR WOVEN KNEE BOOTS SIZE 36 EU Extremely rare runway piece from Balenciaga S/S 2008 collection by Nicholas Ghesquiere. Black...
Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Golden jewelry. Zip closure. The interior is in golden leather. Serial number: BSXAB912T In very good condition. Slight wear and tear on one of the flowers and on the border along th...
Chanel Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Clutch 2023
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
$357Sale Price|40% Off
H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4 in L 9.5 in
Christian Dior 2 Rare Canvas/Leather Small Carrier
By Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
Use it as a make-up bag, jewelry case , or carry as a hand bag. This is a rare and unique canvas and leather, blue and white, trotter pattern bag with model #CM0018. There is a zip a...
Hermès "Love Tattoo" Jungle Love Shawl
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Jungle Love Tattoo Shawl was designed by Robert Dallet from the French Natural History Museum in Paris. The scarf glorifies the incomparable fur, the strong features and might...
CHANEL black lambskin leather CLASSIC MINI RECTANGULAR Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini Rectangular Timeless Single Flap Bag in black lambskin embodies the maison’s timeless elegance. Crafted with silver-tone hardware, it closes w...
Christian Dior Vintage Trotter Diorissimo Shopper Bag Blue Beige
By Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
Very well known, this is a trotter pattern Christian Dior Diorissimo Shopper bag. It is made of canvas with leather trim, and the colors are blue and beige. There is another version ...
Giuseppe Zanotti Black Suede Lace up Cutout Thigh High Boots Size 9
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pair of black suede over the knee boots by Giuseppe Zanotti. They have elaborate cut outs and functional lacing up the outside of each boot with black leather cord matchi...
BALENCIAGA Vieux Rose pink distressed leather MOTORCYCLE WORK Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga Motorcycle Work bag in pale pink distressed leather with antique gunmetal finish hardware and one front zipper pocket. Opens with a zipper on top. Lined in ...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage But New Beaded Fendi Baguette Bag W Patent Leather & Swarovski Crystals
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Limited Edition Fendi Beaded Baguette Rare Unworn Vintage Find! Black & Orange Beading Throughout Patent Leather Trim Swarovski Crystal Front Clasp Orange Satin Lining Hologram & Se...
$975
Size: 38.5 / US 8.5
New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into early-2000s runway glamour with these ultra-rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent slingback heels from Tom Ford’s iconic Fall 2002 collection. Crafted in sumptuous yellow silk s...
CHANEL black grained leather CLASSIC 11.12 MEDIUM Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic 11.12 Medium double flap bag in black grained calfskin Caviar leather epitomizes timeless elegance. Accented with silver-tone hardware, it features...
Dolce & Gabbana Charcoal and Silver Striped Long Sleeve Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Charcoal & Silver Striped Long Sleeve Top - 42 This classic top is in excellent condition. The top is made of an elastic material and has stripes throughout the ent...
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.