$3,447
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin black leather safety-pin skirt, ss 2011
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
▪ Balmain black leather safety-pin knee-length skirt ▪ Designed by Christophe Decarnin ▪ 2 rows
$8,963
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Balmain by Christophe Decarnin destroyed jersey and metal mini dress, ss 2010
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
▪ Balmain destroyed khaki green jersey mini dress ▪ Designed by Christophe Decarnin ▪ Rippings and
$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
BALMAIN Christophe Decarnin Runway F/W 2010 Silk Bouclé Chain-Embellished Jacket
By Balmain, Balmain Paris
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From Christophe Decarnin’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection, this iconic Balmain military-inspired
Balmain jacquard lame evening blazer, c. 2010
By Balmain, Christopher Decarnin
Located in London, GB
, designed by Christophe Decarnin. The blazer is in a high quality jacquard fabric with gold-tone lame thread
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. Size 36FR
BALMAIN Evening Clutch in black Leather Patchwork
By Balmain
Located in Paris, FR
closure. The inside is in black satin with a zipped pocket. Collection Winter 2011 by Christophe
$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
Runway Balmain Crystals And Faux Pearls Embellished Jacket, 2009 Spring RTW
By Balmain Paris, Balmain
Located in New York, NY
, Spring RTW collection by By Christophe Decarnin. Rare, exclusive item Size: 36 Fr (XS-S) Length: 54cm
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
Pierre Balmain Strapless Feather Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Detail Around The End Line, And A Silver Visible Back Zipper. Christophe Decarnin Was The Designer Of
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
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 ▪
Balmain By Christophe Decarnin Studded Leather Biker Jacket 42 FR
By Balmain
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
: Balmain By Christophe Decarnin Product: Studded Leather Biker Jacket Size: 42 Fr Colour: Ivory
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
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
Fashion Art Piece BALMAIN Crystal's Embellished Jacket Christophe D. Runway '09
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
desirable and collectible Christophe Decarnin 2009 runway collection.Seen on the best dressed : Anna Dello
Balmain Runway Military Jacket, Fall/Winter 2010
By Balmain
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
-coveted Fall/Winter 2010 collection, designed under the creative direction of Christophe Decarnin
Balmain Skinny Bellbottom Camo Pants Runway Lace-up Biker Jeans
By Balmain
Located in Krakow, PL
Paris by Christophe Decarnin Slim fitted biker bellbottoms Low rise Ribbed knee seam detailing Leafy
BALMAIN Vintage Decarnin green silver embellished military jacket FR40 M
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Material: Cotton Color: Green, Bronze Pattern: Solid
BALMAIN Jacket '09 Runway Seen And Owned By Pop Icon Michael Jackson
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
displayed in his closet.(picture's attached). He was a big fan and collector of Christophe Decarnin
BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure
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
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...
Balmain Runway 2010 Purple Gold Embelished Dress Mint 38FR
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Christophe Decarnin era. FINAL SALE.
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
2010 Iconic Balmain Gold Chain Dress
By Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
Christophe Decarnin era - sleek, edgy and entirely rock star. From the famous A/H 2010 collection, this dress
Balmain Runway Military Style Denim Jacket, SS 2009
By Balmain, Balmain Paris
Located in New York, NY
Balmain runway jacket in military style by Christophe Decarnin. Light blue washed denim. Fitted
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
Balmain Rhinestone and Zipper Dress
By Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning piece in leather, lace and metal by the masterful Christophe Decarnin. Rhinestone
2010 Vintage Balmain Jacquard Lame Evening Blazer
By Balmain
Located in Montgomery, TX
collection, designed by Christophe Decarnin. FR Size 40 - US M Total length 71 cm Shoulders 40 cm Sleeve
Sparkling Ungaro Beaded Leopard-print Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in New York, NY
shop. More may have been more back then, but now more is less. I am thinking about Christophe
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...
On Hold|$7,000
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway green purple metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D01069 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2022 - Ru...
S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Sheer White Sleeveless Ruffle Top
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella sheer white sleeveless ruffle top debuted on the season's runway. The lightweight, semi-transparent fabric is adorned with delicat...
John Galliano Bias Crepe and Lace Evening Dress, Fall/Winter 2001
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano Fall/Winter 2001 collection Bias Cut Evening dress of his favorite satin backed crepe. Draped bodice with faux floral lace camisole and knotted ivory velvet ribbon deco...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$559Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
Dolce & Gabbana Blush Silk Dress with Lacing
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blush colored silk knit dress from Dolce & Gabbana (hard to capture the color). The dress is fitted with horizontal ruching, functional adjustable front lacing and a back...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique c.1990s Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Sequin Bustier
By Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Christian Dior Boutique c.1990's haute couture numbered (16923) black silk sequin bustier. Strapless sweetheart neckline. Black sequin embellished waistline. Center back separating z...
Roberto Cavalli, Purple Leopard Print Silk Ensemble, Spring/Summer 2000
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This ethereal silk two-piece ensemble from Roberto Cavalli’s iconic Spring/Summer 2000 collection showcases his signature blend of wild sensuality and fluid elegance. The look featur...
Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2004 Brown Silk Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich brown fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. The dress portion is strapless then it is sheer to the stand up collar at the neck and to the elbows of the dra...
F/W 1999 Gucci Tom Ford Runway Embellished Green Leather Flare Pants Documented
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible pair of embroidered green leather Gucci pants designed by Tom Ford. These flare pants debuted from the Fall/Winter 1999 collection on the season's runway. Th...
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
Issey Miyake Skirt with Straps
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton blend skirt from Issey Miyake. The straight skirt has functional, adjustable straps and metal rings along each side. It is lined, has a front zipper with 2 me...
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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