1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture silk dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare silk haute couture dress with ruching from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Color is
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture silk dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare silk haute couture dress with ruching from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Color is
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A Pierre Balmain haute couture halter dress made from black velvet with a small, raised triangular
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture black dress with flounced trim
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black haute couture wool dress with beautiful flounce trimmed in satin from Pierre Balmain
Pierre Balmain Couture Black Satin Cocktail Dress, 1960's
By Pierre Balmain Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous vintage black satin cocktail dress by Pierre Balmain Couture, from the 1960's
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute COUTURE velvet dress with sheer lace detail
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
underlay designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Dress has a red bow at neckline which indicates
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and satin HAUTE COUTURE dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
elaborate beading designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Dress has a red bow at neckline which
Pierre Balmain Designed Modernist Wool Carpet
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
A Pierre Balmain designed modernist wool carpet. Composed of a black background with a decorative
Wool
Pierre Balmain Beaded Black Silk Sleeveless Top
By Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain BALMAIN HAUTE COUTURE - Black silk sleeveless top fully embroidered with multicolored beads
Haute Couture Black Velvet Pierre Balmain Evening Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Balmain Paris, numbered under the tag, Pierre Balmain was born on May 18, 1914 in Saint-Jean-de
1960s Pierre Balmain Demi Couture Pink Silk Shift Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This superb demi-couture shift-dress was created by Pierre Balmain in the 1960s. Balmain studied
1960s Pierre Balmain Silk Black Dress with Latticework Waistband
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This elegant shift dress was created by Pierre Balmain in his 1960s heyday. Extolled for the
Pierre Balmain 'Couture' Black Linen Dress with Bow Accent
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous COUTURE Pierre Balmain dress. The dress is composed of a wonderful black heavy
Pierre Balmain (Attributed to) Haute Couture A-Line Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Geneva, CH
Late sixties wool and silk snakeskin like dress, attributed to Pierre Balmain haute couture. Lovely
Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress Les Tricots Pierre Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag. Lining probably acetate. Zip and hook&eye closure in the middle back. Split in the middle front bottom, lenght = 27 ...
$1,702
Size: Equivalent French Size 42
A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965/1970. France Elegant Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress numbered 112776 Circa
$1,182
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A Pierre Balmain woollen Couture Dress Numbered 182888 - Spring Summer 1963
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring Summer 1963 France A Pierre Balmain dress in cream wool jersey from the 1960s. Sleeveless
1960's Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Floral Printed Silk Gown No.158143
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
Early 1960's Pierre Balmain No. 158143 haute couture silk organza floral print gown with multi
60's PIERRE BALMAIN couture black wool dress with beaded collar
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black wool couture dress with beaded collar from Balmain dating to the 1960's. Fits a size 6-10
$2,719
H 59.06 in W 36.62 in D 0.4 in
1960s Haute Couture Pierre Balmain Green Silk Chiffon Dress with Hand Bead Work
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Firenze, IT
fantastic blend of green silk chiffon dress by Pierre Balmain. It is exquisitely decorated with precious
Silk, Beads
$1,737Sale Price|40% Off
1960s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Marigold Yellow Silk Satin Tiered Petal Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the 1960s, this tiered Balmain Haute Couture asymmetrical gown is constructed entirely of
Balmain Green Woolen Set
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Green woolen set composed of a jacket and a dress, and with navy-blue
1960S PIERRE BALMAIN Off White Rayon & Silk Crepe Modernist Gown With Draped Ba
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1960S PIERRE BALMAIN Off White Rayon & Silk Crepe Modernist Gown With Draped Back Train
PIERRE BALMAIN Haute Couture c.1964 Black Crystal Beaded Mink Fur Cropped Jacket
By Pierre Balmain Couture
Located in Thiensville, WI
PIERRE BALMAIN Haute Couture Black Crystal Beaded Mink Fur Ball Cropped Jacket Brand
Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Gown & Jacket Evening Ensemble No.155782/3
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
Mid-1960's Pierre Balmain haute couture No.155782 gown with a high waist and featuring a brown
Balmain Haute Couture silk dress
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture, Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (N°132-027) Dress composed of silk chiffon, embroidered with beads and
1960s Pierre Balmain Little Black Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful 1960s era Pierre Balmain by Torcella little black dress. The fabric is a super soft
1960s Pierre Balmain Little Black Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A lovely 1960s black Pierre Balmain Ready-to-Wear wool dress with draped shoulder detailing and
1960s Pierre Balmain Brown Lace Evening Gown
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous early 1960s evening gown in rows of brown floral lace appliquéd to itself and with a lining in a brown rayon faille. Brown velveteen edges along the top of the boned bodic...
Pierre Balmain haute couture black gown, circa 1969
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
An incredible piece of Pierre Balmain haute couture, this gown is sure to make a statement on the
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture 60s Red Fur Lined Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dramatic Haute Couture coat by esteemed french designer Pierre Balmain. Heavyweight red wool
Pierre Balmain haute couture red dress suit, circa 1966
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of haute couture, this Balmain dress suit is ideal for cocktail events or special
Pierre Balmain silk faille ivory cocktail dess, c. 1960s
By Pierre Balmain Boutique Paris, Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain began his post-war career at the atelier of Lucien Lelong, where he worked alongside both
French Secretary by Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W35.5 D17.5 H49.5 KC25 Vintage 1980s drop down desk in a dark walnut finish. Item features brass inlay joinery, original textured hardware and comes with original key. Item shows in...
Wood
Pierre Balmain silk dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
BALMAIN - Mid-length silk muslin dress in red, orange, and pink tones, enhanced with lurex threads
Pierre Balmain Couture Bolero numbered 168195, Circa 1960
By Pierre Balmain Couture
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955/1965 France Elegant Pierre Balmain bolero in embroidered white cotton piqué with round
1960'S PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture velvet gown with embroidery & beading
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
embroidery and beadwork designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Approximate measurements: shoulder
Pierre Balmain Couture Day Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Balmain Couture, chocolate brown, textured wool, long sleeve, simple lines, day dress
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H 16 in W 0.1 in D 20 in
Vintage Paris Fashion Drawing - Pierre Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
and white by renowned French fashion designer Pierre Balmain, circa 1960. Original vintage one-of
Ink, Paper, Pencil
Pierre Balmain Design Vintage Hat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Alford, MA
the side. American adaptation of a Pierre Balmain design.
"Pierre Balmain Paris 122 Chantilly"
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Bristol, CT
) from the Paris atelier of Pierre Balmain c1960s Plate Sz: 12"H x 8 1/4"W Frame Sz: 17"H x 13"W
Watercolor
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Pierre Balmain
By Balmain
Located in New Hope, PA
A fitted black velvet bodice with long sleeves is combined with a sumptuous silk ottoman skirt in a very chic stripe. The dress has a center back zipper and zippers at each cuff. The...
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Fur and Silk Crep Set
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain Haute Couture set made up of a dress and a jacket in lurex trimmed with fur and silk crepe
Pierre Balmain Chiseled Velvet and Silk Evening Dress Haute Couture
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - Haute Couture chiseled velvet and silk evening dress. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR
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H 10.44 in W 13.39 in D 3.55 in
Pierre Balmain Paris Black Calfskin "Kelly" style Bag 1960's Rare
By Pierre Balmain Paris
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Its was made by the venerable house of Pierre Balmain Paris. Its in pre-loved condition with minor
Pierre Balmain Les Tricots Sleeveless V neck maxi dress 1960s
By Pierre Balmain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pierre Balmain Les Tricots Sleeveless V neck maxi dress in a modern (60s) jersey print...Sleeveless
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Size: Equivalent French Size 42
A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965/1970 France Elegant Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress numbered 112776 Circa
Long white cotton dress with flowers crochet appliqué Pierre Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long white cotton dress with flowers crochet appliqué. Zip and snap in the back
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A Pierre Balmain woollen Couture Dress Numbered 182888 - Spring Summer 1963
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring Summer 1963 France A Pierre Balmain dress in cream wool jersey from the 1960s. Sleeveless
Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit Pierre Balmain Les Tricots
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit . No fabric composition tag but lining probably acetate or rayon. SIZE L
Silver lurex jersey dress with lozenges pattern Pierre Balmain "Les tricots"
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver lurex jersey sleeveless dress with lozenges pattern. Polyester lining. SIZE L
Silver lurex jersey dress with lozenges pattern Pierre Balmain "Les tricots"
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver lurex jersey sleeveless dress with lozenges pattern. Polyester lining. SIZE L
1971 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Sleeveless Silk & Velvet Evening Gown No.15047
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
1971 fall/winter collection Pierre Balmain haute couture silk sleeveless evening gown with red and
1960s Mod Pierre Balmain Sparkle Knit Dress
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1960s Mod Pierre Balmain Sparkle Knit Dress
Vintage Balmain Fashion Sketch
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
fashion designer Pierre Balmain, circa 1960. Original vintage one-of-a-kind artwork on paper displayed
Paper, Pencil, Watercolor
Vintage French Fashion Design - House of Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
renowned French fashion designer Pierre Balmain, circa 1960. Original vintage one-of-a-kind artwork on
Ink, Paper
Balmain Ivory Blended Silk Dress Coat
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Blended silk dress coat. 40FR size indicated. Additional information
Balmain Long Tunic and Pant Ensemble
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Balmain, multi tone, sheer, geometric patterned, sleeveless, maxi tunic and matching pant
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H 16 in W 0.1 in D 20 in
Vintage Balmain French Fashion Sketch - Lime Green Summer Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
by the famed Balmain Fashion House of Paris, circa 1960. Original artwork on paper displayed on a
Gouache, Pencil
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H 16 in W 0.1 in D 20 in
Vintage French Fashion Sketch - House of Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
French fashion designer Pierre Balmain, circa 1960. Original vintage one-of-a-kind artwork on paper
Color Pencil, Paper, Pencil
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H 16 in W 0.1 in D 20 in
Vintage French Fashion Sketch - House of Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
by renowned French fashion designer Pierre Balmain, circa 1960. Original vintage one-of-a-kind
Gouache, Paper, Pencil
1960s Balmain Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Gown with Cape
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
This is a midnight blue Balmain evening gown with full, cuffed sleeves and a wonderful detachable
Pierre Balman Couture two-piece dress and jacket ensemble
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Haute couture two-piece day dress with jacket.
The Jacket has sheered beaver collar and cuffs.
Please note: All of our items listed on 1stdibs are available f...
original design sketches - Pierre Balmain
Located in Seattle, WA
original design sketches from the House of Balmain
Paper, Paint
original design sketches - Pierre Balmain
Located in Seattle, WA
original fashion house sketch- great color
Paper, Paint
Balmain Haute Couture Dress and a Bolero Set, 1960s
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain Haute Couture - Set comprised of a dress and a bolero, composed of pink silk covered with
Sideboard Produced by Pierre Balmain in France
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding sideboard by unknown designer. Produced by Pierre Balmain in France.
Brass
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H 12 in W 0.1 in D 16 in
Vintage French Fashion Sketch - V-Neck Sweater
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
dot print by Balmain Fashion House of Paris, circa 1970. Original artwork on paper displayed on a
Ink, Paper
Pierre Balmain Rug
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Doornspijk, NL
(94.5 x 67 inch). Featuring the original label "Pierre Balmain Paris". France 1960's.
Wool
Iconic 1960's Pierre Balmain Couture Silk Maxi Gown
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
From the French Master Pierre Balmain is an amazing dress comprised of gradiated sizes of red silk
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN velvet and lace dress with beading
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Elaborately cut lace and velvet haute couture dress with beading made by Pierre Balmain dating to
Pierre Balmain Studded Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Geneva, CH
So easy to wear ! This great late 60’s - early 70’s Balmain Boutique dress is cut from refined
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture gown with tulle and feathers
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Fits a US 6-8. Side back entry with hook/eye closure
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Long Navy Wool Crepe Dress, Circa 1960
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Haute Couture long navy blue wool crepe sleeveless dress by Pierre Balmain, from the 1960
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black silk haute couture gown with crystals
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Fits a US size 4 to 6. Approximate measurements: bust 33", waist 34
1960s Pierre Balmain Knit Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Balmain is a house known for luxury. In the 1960s and 1970s they also had an easier to wear
PIERRE BALMAIN c.1960's Black Paillette Hanging Knit Shift Cocktail Go Go Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Balmain c.1960's black paillette hanging knit cocktail dress. Mod Go Go Shift style
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Size: Equivalent French size 38
A Pierre Balmain Couture Cocktail Dress Number 109646 with provenance Circa 1960
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958-1963 France Haute Couture Cocktail Dress by Pierre Balmain from the wardrobe of Mrs
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Numbered 113623, Circa 1990
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Pierre Balmain Paris and white label. Good structural and color condition. Bolduc 113623. Measures
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1960s Geometric Metallic Gold Shift Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Sparks, NV
Metallic gold and white knit shift dress with a geometric design by Pierre Balmain from the 1960's
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H 20 in W 16 in D 0.1 in
Vintage Balmain French Fashion Sketch - Couture Coat, c. 1960
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Houston, TX
Original haute couture sketch of a blue and yellow coat by Parisian designer Pierre Balmain, circa
Paper, Ink, Gouache
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Size: French equivalent size 36/38
Pierre Balmain Couture Embroidered Cocktail Dress Numbered 127770 - Spring 1963
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring 1963 France Majestic cocktail dress in embroidered tulle by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Pierre Balmain 1960s Haute Couture Ivory Silk Gazar Bridal Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This magnificent Pierre Balmain circa 1968 haute couture silk gazar bridal dress suit in ivory is
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress Size L Gucci knit bodycon midi dress with V-neck and tonal stitching throughout.
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top Size M
Valentino Top One Shoulder Ruffle and Bow Trim M
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Valentino one shoulder top with ruffle and bow trim in silk. Black knit fitted top. Double layer black silk ruffle trims 'neckline'. Signature bow detail at the s...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
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 ...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt IT 42 Gucci black shirt featuring plunged neckline, long sleeves, and lace up sash-tie closure at front.
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top IT 42 Gianni Versace silk brown top featuring logo embellishments at straps and concealed zip closure at back.
$331Sale Price|30% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic destructured sailor stripes sweater featuring detachable sleeves. This sweater features : - Black knitted fabric with white stripes design. - Turtl...
Pierre Balmain founded his now-iconic label in 1945. Alongside fellow couture titans Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy, the French designer'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.
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, Balmain's founder 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 that Pierre learned in his brief studies at the École des Beaux Arts served him well throughout his career.
Balmain was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. Since the death of the founder in 1982, the design reins at the company 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.
Find vintage Pierre Balmain dresses, skirts, scarves and other garments and accessories on 1stDibs.