Balmain, beige wool overcoat with gold buttons
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, beige wool overcoat with gold buttons. Sleeve is missing one button.
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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Balmain, beige wool overcoat with gold buttons
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, beige wool overcoat with gold buttons. Sleeve is missing one button.
Balmain Resort 2016 Denim Lace Up Mini Dress
By Balmain
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Balmain Resort 2016 Denim Lace Up Mini Dress FR 38 Condition: A few small spots of discoloration on the denim, not noticeable when worn.
Balmain Black Suede Jacket with Gold Hardware - Size 38
By Balmain
Located in Krakow, PL
Add a touch of luxury to your wardrobe with this stunning Balmain black suede jacket! Crafted from soft lambskin suede, this waist-fitted jacket features eye-catching gold hardware a...
BALMAIN Size L Black Orange Blue Tropical Cotton Hooded Zip Up Sweatshirt
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALMAIN sweatshirt in a black, orange, and blue cotton jersey featuring a hooded style, tropical print, and zip up closure.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor marks, missing one pocket z...
Balmain, black joggers with embossed logo
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, black joggers with embossed logo. The item is new with tag.
Balmain Paris Taped Logo Cotton Joggers
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Balmain Paris Taped Logo Cotton Joggers Black joggers crafted from cotton featuring a contrasting, jacquard-woven white 'BALMAIN PARIS' tape tracking to the sides and ar...
Balmain Paris Flocked Coin Logo Cotton T-Shirt
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Balmain Paris Flocked Coin Logo Cotton T-Shirt Black, cotton t-shirt deisgned with a contrasting white medallion graphic to the centre framed by bold 'BALMAIN PARIS' wor...
Balmain Paris Metallic Logo Cotton T-Shirt
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Paris Metallic Logo Cotton T-Shirt White, cotton t-shirt designed with a metallic silver 'BALMAIN PARIS' lettering to the centre. Featuring short sleeves and a classic crew...
Balmain Paris Taped Logo Cotton Joggers
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Balmain Paris Taped Logo Cotton Joggers Black joggers crafted from cotton featuring a contrasting, jacquard-woven white 'BALMAIN PARIS' tape tracking to the sides and ar...
Balmain Paris Flocked Coin Logo Cotton T-Shirt
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Balmain Paris Flocked Coin Logo Cotton T-Shirt Black, cotton t-shirt deisgned with a contrasting white medallion graphic to the centre framed by bold 'BALMAIN PARIS' wor...
Balmain, Flared jeans in white
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, Flared jeans in white. The item is in very good condition.
Balmain, black hooded cardigan with embossed logo
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, black hooded cardigan with embossed logo. The item is new with tag.
Balmain Paris Metallic Logo Cotton T-Shirt
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Paris Metallic Logo Cotton T-Shirt White, cotton t-shirt designed with a metallic silver 'BALMAIN PARIS' lettering to the centre. Featuring short sleeves and a classic crew...
Balmain Metallic jacquard skinny pants sz FR38
By Balmain
Located in Brossard, QC
Black Metallic Jacquard Pants Black and gold jacquard Zipped side slit pockets Snap-fastening back pockets Zipped cuffs concealed hook Zip fastenings at front 45% acrylic, 37% wool,...
Balmain Paris White Tweed Long Sleeve Mini Dress FW16 Size 38
By Balmain
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Balmain Paris White Tweed Long Sleeve Mini Dress FW16 Size 38 Balmain Paris delivers Parisian sophistication with this striking white tweed mini dress from the Fall/Winter 2016 coll...
BALMAIN Size M Black Cotton Solid Joggers Casual Pants
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
Balmain joggers offer a refined take on athletic leisure. Crafted from premium cotton, they feature a practical drawstring waist and cuffed legs for a modern, comfortable fit.Excelle...
Balmain Striped Cotton and Leather Trim Teddy Jacket FR40
By Balmain
Located in Brossard, QC
Oversized blend cotton Teddy jacket. With a golden front buttoning and zipped pockets. 82% Cotton. 18% Polyester. Washing Instructions: Specialist Cleaning. Made in France.
Balmain, Biker jeans in green.
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, Biker jeans in green. This piece is in good condition. small stain on the left knee. • CONDITION: good condition • SIZE: FR36 - XS • MEASUREMENTS: length 97 cm, width 36 ...
Balmain White Double-Breasted Jacket Sz.M/FR38
By Balmain
Located in Krakow, PL
Balmain White Double-Breasted Button Jacket – Size FR38 M Condition: Very good Description of wear: Minimal signs of use Size note: True to brand size Jacket Material: Viscose C...
BALMAIN Size M Black Red White Graphic Cotton Hoodie Sweatshirt
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALMAIN sweatshirt in a black and red cotton featuring a graphic print with logo, hooded style, and zip kangaroo pocket. Made in Portugal.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Distress is a...
1960s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Numbered Orange Dress and Jacket
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning piece and so wonderfuly constructed. The fabric is a wonderful orange and ivory print, with a super silk lining and an inner lining of tuile like fabric. The dress...
$156Sale Price|20% Off
BALMAIN Size 4 Black Acetate Blend Solid Casual Pants
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALMAIN dress pants comes in a black acetate blend featuring a straight leg, invisible side seam zip up closure. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor Signs of Wear. M...
BALMAIN Size 30 Black Wool Blend Tuxedo Dress Pants
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
Balmain tuxedo pants. Expertly crafted in Italy from a premium wool blend, this solid black pair features a sophisticated hook and bar closure and unique triple belt loops for a shar...
BALMAIN Size M Pink Neon Wool Double Breasted Coat
By Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALMAIN coat in a neon pink wool twill featuring a double breasted style, shoulder pads, gold tone button, notch collar, and front pockets. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
Balmain Wool Two-Piece Suit
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Wool Two-Piece Suit Black, tailored suit crafted from wool blend. Double-breasted jacket designed with flap pockets to the front and notched lapels. Regular fit, detailed ...
Balmain Black Velvet Blazer
By Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Balmain black velvet blazer single button closure 3 faux pockets size 42 Length 23” 5 button sleeve detail
Balmain Multicolored Tweed Blazer Jacket
By Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The jacket features navy, red, white and silver colors, silver tone buttons and front dual pockets.
$208Sale Price|20% Off
BALMAIN green brown distressed logo military buttons tshirt XS
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN green brown distressed logo military buttons tshirt XS Reference: AAWC/A00765 Brand: Balmain Designer: Olivier Rousteing Material: Cotton Color: Green, Gold Pattern: Solid Cl...
Balmain Distressed Faded Denim Shirt With Embroidered Logo Back
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Faded Denim Shirt With Embroidered Logo Back Silver embossed iconic button closure and cuffs with white embroidered logo to the rear, two button down patch pockets and grand...
Balmain Twist-Detail Cropped Top
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Twist-Detail Cropped Top Black t-shirt crafted from cotton blend and designed with a cross-over twist detail with a snap fastening to the back. Featuring a round neckline, ...
Balmain Logo Cotton Zip-Up Cardigan
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Logo Cotton Zip-Up Cardigan Dark blue cardigan with black leather logo patch to the chest and 'Balmain' signature to rear. Branded zip fastening along the centre, ribbed hi...
$189Sale Price|30% Off
BALMAIN blue camouflage cotton gold button military shirt jacket EU38 S
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN blue camouflage cotton gold button military shirt jacket EU38 S Reference: TGAS/A05569 Brand: Balmain Designer: Olivier Rousteing Model: Military shirt Material: Cotton Color...
$130Sale Price|35% Off
BALMAIN black cotton rolled cuff cap sleeve minimal tshirt FR34 XS
By Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALMAIN black cotton rolled cuff cap sleeve minimal tshirt FR34 XS Reference: YIKK/A00110 Brand: Balmain Designer: Olivier Rousteing Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Clos...
Balmain Iridescent Vinyl Two-Piece Set
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Balmain Iridescent Vinyl Two-Piece Set Black iridescent bodysuit and trousers crafted from stretchy vinyl. The top features a turtleneck collar, long sleeves and zip cl...
Balmain Paris Black Tuxedo Blazer Jacket Size 40
By Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring back wool formal fit jacket with red thin vertical stripes and silver plated front safety pin closure.
Balmain, pointed platform heels
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, Black suede pointed platform heels. This piece has been worn little and is in good condition.
Balmain Logo Cotton T-Shirt
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
Balmain Logo Cotton T-Shirt Classic white t-shirt crafted from cotton with 'Balmain Paris' logo signature to the front in silver. Featuring ribbed crew neckline, short sleeves and ...
Balmain, black ribbed joggers with embossed b
By Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Balmain, black ribbed joggers with embossed b. The item is new with tag.
Balmain Paris Navy Blue Logo T-Shirt With Shoulder Medallions
By Balmain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Balmain Paris Navy Blue Logo T-Shirt With Shoulder Medallions is a striking yet casual piece that embodies the brand's signature luxe aesthetic. Crafted from high-quality navy bl...
Giacca Balmain Camoscio Beige
By Balmain
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Giacca firmata Balmain, modello chiodo, realizzato in camoscio di colore beige, l’articolo si presenta con due chiusure piccole a zip all’ estremità del braccio, due frontali lungo t...