BALMAIN Christophe Decarnin Runway F/W 2010 Silk Bouclé Chain-Embellished Jacket
By Balmain Paris, Balmain
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From Christophe Decarnin’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection, this iconic Balmain military-inspired jacket channels his signature Baroque ’n’ Roll aesthetic.
$432Sale Price|20% Off
BALMAIN 2011 Christophe Decarnin Punk Graffiti silver pin ripped tank top FR38 M
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN 2011 Christophe Decarnin Punk Graffiti silver pin ripped tank top FR38 M Reference: NKLL/A00503 Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Collection: SS 2011 Material: Co...
$2,600
Size: FR 38 (fits small)
2011 BALMAIN olive green melton wool long military coat - new with tags
By Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Olive-green, melton-wool, long peacoat with gold military buttons designed by Christophe Decarnin for Balmain dating to fall of 2011.
Rare Balmain Spring 2009 RTW Crystals And Faux Pearls Embellished Jacket 36 FR
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Balmain By Christophe Decarnin 2009 runway black jacket with crystals and faux pearls.
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin Runway Fringed Zipper Jacket, Spring 2010
By Balmain
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin, Spring-Summer 2010, military jacket featuring zippered stand collar and cuffs, fringed zipper epaulets at shoulders, raw edge trim throughout, button ...
Balmain By Christophe Decarnin Studded Leather Biker Jacket 42 FR
By Balmain
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Indulge in luxury and make a lasting statement with this piece. Brand: Balmain By Christophe Decarnin Product: Studded Leather Biker Jacket Size: 42 Fr Colour: Ivory & Multitone ...
BALMAIN by Christophe Decarnin Runway White Leather Studded Jacket
By Balmain Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2011 Balmain by Christophe Decarnin Runway White motorcycle style lamb leather studded jacket with safety pin and american flag print.
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin stonewash denim beaded drummer jacket, ss 2009
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
▪ Balmain stonewash denim drummer jacket ▪ Designed by Christophe Decarnin ▪ Beaded frogging ▪ Large metal buttons ▪ Pagoda shoulder pads ▪ Size Small ▪ Spring-Summer 2009
SS2009 Decarnin Balmain Military Denim Jacket FR40
By Balmain
Located in PARIS, FR
Balmain jacket SS2009 collection by Christophe Decarnin, military inspiration, in washed denim, small stand-up collar, bib decorated with blackened metal chain trimmings closed on 13...
BALMAIN Vintage Decarnin green silver embellished military jacket FR40 M
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN Vintage Decarnin green silver embellished military jacket FR40 M Reference: TGAS/E00885 Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Material: Cotton Color: Green, Bronze Pat...
Balmain 2009 Veste iconic FR40 Denim Military Jacket by Decarnin UK12 US10
By Balmain
Located in PARIS, FR
Balmain jacket SS2009 collection by Christophe Decarnin, military inspiration, in washed denim, small stand-up collar, bib decorated with blackened metal chain trimmings closed on 13...
Balmain Runway Military Jacket, Fall/Winter 2010
By Balmain
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Balmain Runway Military Jacket, Fall/Winter 2010 This striking Balmain jacket is from the highly-coveted Fall/Winter 2010 collection, designed under the creative direction of Christ...
Balmain Skinny Bellbottom Camo Pants Runway Lace-up Biker Jeans
By Balmain
Located in Krakow, PL
BALMAIN PARIS $1750 skinny bellbottom camo pants runway lace-up biker jeans DETAILS: Balmain Paris by Christophe Decarnin Slim fitted biker bellbottoms Low rise Ribbed knee seam...
BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38 Reference: LNKO/A01199 Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Material: Cotton Color: Black Pat...
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin studded leather biker jacket, c. 2011
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
A Balmain leather biker from the Spring/Summer 2011 collection, designed by Christophe Decarnin.
Balmain Embellished Wool Tailcoat by Christophe Decarnin, Spring/Summer 2010
By Balmain
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
From Balmain’s iconic Spring/Summer 2010 collection under Christophe Decarnin, this rare black wool tailcoat epitomises the sharp, military-inspired aesthetic that defined the hous...
Rare Balmain 2011 Christophe Decarnin Runway Leather Embellished Skirt 34
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Balmain runway 2011 leather safety pin studded embellished skirt. Excellent pre-owned collection.Style of the skirt is kind of destructed with lot's of safety pins and different stu...
2010 Iconic Balmain Gold Chain Dress
By Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
A signature and iconic look from Balmain of the Christophe Decarnin era - sleek, edgy and entirely rock star.
BALMAIN mat quilted leather large messenger bag
By Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black leather quilted shoulder bag designed by Christophe Decarnin for Balmain. Bag features: silver-tone hardware, black quilted top-stitch detailing, a fold-over front flap, a ...
Balmain Fall 2011 Metallic Eyelash suede dress by Christophe Decarnin
By Christopher Decarnin, Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly distinct and stunning example of Christopher Decarnin’s Rock and Roll chic aesthetic that re-birthed the relevance of the French house Balmain into the late 2000’s. Even as t...
Sparkling Ungaro Beaded Leopard-print Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in New York, NY
I am thinking about Christophe Decarnin at Balmain. There is more but just less of it.
Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag, a stunning accessory that embodies the essence of early 2000s fashion while remaining effortlessly chic. Circ...
S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Sheer Black Fan Pleated Silk Pencil Skirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection by Tom Ford, this black silk pencil skirt features layered fan pleating and an asymmetrical flare hem. A variation without lining debuted a...
Vintage 2008 Roberto Cavalli Embellished Hummingbird Jeans Italian 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Roberto Cavalli Embellished Hummingbird Jeans Vintage 2008 Collection Italian size - 38 Low-Rise, bootcut, semi-distressed, mid-wash denim jeans. Exquisite hummingbird embroidery fr...
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
$18,746Sale Price|25% Off
Museum Tom Ford for Gucci Runway F/W 1999 2 in 1 Fur Coat Jacket
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Museum Tom Ford for Gucci 2 in 1 Fur Coat Jacket F/W 1999 Runway Collection Coat can be converted to jacket in few seconds because of snap buttons along the waist - Brilliant Tom For...
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
2003 Roberto Cavalli Embroidered Denim Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2003 Roberto Cavalli Fitted denim jacket embroidered in floral motif. color : pink, yellow , green and white long sleeve, buttons, nehru collar, and faux pockets Size Small fit US 2/4
Roberto Cavalli Astrological Print Silk Halter Dress with Chain Straps, FW 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
This Roberto Cavalli silk dress features a halter neckline with gold chain straps. The fabric showcases a rich brown base with intricate astrological-themed prints, including constel...
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
F/W 1999 Miu Miu Copper Suede Leather Front Zip Corset IT44
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
Presenting a F/W 1999 Miu Miu suede leather nylon lined front zip corset with the collection's signature butterfly ribbon. With the new millennium dawning Miuccia Prada continued to ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Nylon Low Waist Pants & Matching Belt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Fall Winter 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Nylon Abstract Watercolor Low Waist Pants With Matching Belt Size: ...
From the voluminous skirts of the post-World War II “New Look” favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes.
The son of a dressmaker and a drapery salesman, Pierre Balmain was born in 1914 in southeastern France and formed an interest in fashion at an early age. His mother wanted her son to be an architect — but the principles of design and structure Balmain learned in his brief studies at the École des Beaux Arts served him well throughout his career.
Balmain founded his now-iconic label in 1945. Alongside fellow couture titans Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy, Balmain’s postwar take on luxe dressing featured bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim; he called the look “Jolie Madame.” The Duchess of Windsor was an early fan, prompting an aristocratic following.
Balmain was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. Since Pierre Balmain’s death in 1982, the design reins have been handed to luminaries such as Oscar de la Renta and Olivier Rousteing, an alum of Roberto Cavalli who was installed as creative director at the label in 2011.
Today’s Balmain has more in common with the master’s original haute couture than you might expect: sharply tailored blazers that nip in at the waist, delicate stilettos and ultra-feminine evening dresses are wardrobe basics for the 21st-century woman, too. Lovers of couture history will also prize the fluid, easy sketches from the master’s own hand they’ll find on offer here, while fashionistas clamor for the brand’s t-shirts, military-style jackets and skinny jeans.
Whether you’re a colonel in Rousteing’s “glamour army” or you fancy yourself a “Jolie Madame,” a Balmain piece — from the 1960s or even last season — will add a bold, sexy note to your look. Daytime or night, Balmain feels right now.
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