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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 black 2017 CROCODILE TAIL Clutch Bag
BALMAIN black 2017 CROCODILE TAIL Clutch Bag

BALMAIN black 2017 CROCODILE TAIL Clutch Bag

By Balmain

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Balmain clutch in black matte crocodile tail, masterfully crafted in a bold, architectural silhouette that showcases the dramatic scale and texture of the exotic skin....

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2010s Italian Balmain Handbags and Purses

Pierre Balmain clutch bag
Pierre Balmain clutch bag

Pierre Balmain clutch bag

By Balmain

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Width : 25 cm - Height : 21 cm - Depth : 4 cm SKU:S1351

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1970s Balmain Handbags and Purses

Balmain Evening Clutch in Lame Gold Fabric and Embroideries
Balmain Evening Clutch in Lame Gold Fabric and Embroideries

Balmain Evening Clutch in Lame Gold Fabric and Embroideries

By Balmain

Located in Paris, FR

Stunning Balmain evening clutch. It is entirely handmade in Paris. Work of haute couture. Fabric in lamé gold, embroidered of multi red, gold and black ribbons and squares of mirror ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Balmain Handbags and Purses

BALMAIN Evening Clutch in black Leather Patchwork
BALMAIN Evening Clutch in black Leather Patchwork

BALMAIN Evening Clutch in black Leather Patchwork

By Balmain

Located in Paris, FR

Balmain evening clutch. Patchwork in leather, suede and black rhinestone and silver chain. Magnetic closure. The inside is in black satin with a zipped pocket. Collection Winter 20...

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2010s Italian Balmain Handbags and Purses

Balmain Barbie Translucent Pink Disco Round  Crossbody Bag  1BM318
Balmain Barbie Translucent Pink Disco Round  Crossbody Bag  1BM318

Balmain Barbie Translucent Pink Disco Round Crossbody Bag 1BM318

By Balmain

Located in Dix hills, NY

Balmain Barbie Translucent Pink Disco Round Crossbody Bag 1BM318 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.75" Width: 2" Height: 7.75" Shoulder Handle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Balmain Handbags and Purses

BALMAIN Mirrors Beige Clutch
BALMAIN Mirrors Beige Clutch

BALMAIN Mirrors Beige Clutch

By Balmain

Located in Paris, FR

Superb clutch from Balmain in beige leather with mirrors Condition: very good Made in France Collection: evening clutches Materials: lamb leather, mirrors Interior: lining in natura...

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Late 20th Century French Balmain Handbags and Purses

Balmain 'Patricia' Clutch in Aged Off-White Embroidered Leather
Balmain 'Patricia' Clutch in Aged Off-White Embroidered Leather

Balmain 'Patricia' Clutch in Aged Off-White Embroidered Leather

By Balmain

Located in Paris, FR

Superb Balmain 'Patricia' clutch in aged off-white leather fully embroidered with gold, gold metal parts, mirrors and pearls. Small inside pocket. It can be worn both during the day...

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2010s Balmain Handbags and Purses

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Located in London, GB

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Balmain handbags and purses for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Balmain handbags and purses available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of orange and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Tyler Ellis, Roberta Balsamo, and Rodo appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Balmain handbags and purses from top boutiques around the world. Balmain handbags and purses prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $230 and tops out at $3,599, while the average work can sell for $2,184.
Questions About Balmain Handbags and Purses
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Balmain is a French fashion house that opened in 1945. The full name of the company is Pierre Balmain, S.A., after founder Pierre Alexandre Claudius Balmain. Although the brand produces a full range of apparel and accessories, its leather jackets and blazers are especially well known. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Balmain.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Balmain brand is a French luxury fashion house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. The current creative director is Oliver Rousteing, who was 25 years old at the time of his appointment. Prior to Balmain, Rousteing was the creative director for the women’s ready-to-wear collection at Roberto Cavalli. Find an assortment of Balmain apparel from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Balmain is owned by the investment firm Mayhoola for Investments, which is based in Qatar. It is currently headed by creative director Olivier Rousteing, a Black designer. Shop for expertly authenticated Balmain products from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a Pierre Balmain vintage bag is authentic, first check the hardware. Balmain often stamped the brand name onto zipper pulls and fasteners. The lettering should appear crisp and evenly spaced. Balmain's tags changed greatly over time. Compare the ones in your bag to images of authenticated pieces available online. Shop a range of expertly vetted Pierre Balmain bags on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell if your vintage Pierre Balmain is real. Authentic Pierre Balmain bags are made with brand tags, authenticity labels and serial numbers. Always purchase Balmain jackets from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a collection of authentic Pierre Balmain from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 13, 2024
    Pierre Balmain was the founder of Balmain, an iconic haute couture house based in Paris, France. Under creative director Olivier Rousteing, the brand introduced an affordable diffusion line named for its founder in 2011. 

    In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim. Pierre died in 1982, and the company is now owned by Mayhoola for Investments.

    From the dresses 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. 

    Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Balmain is an iconic French couture house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. The brand became known for its luxurious bell-shaped skirts and sophisticated cocktail dresses that drew on elegant ballet dancer costumes. It was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. 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. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Balmain Paris is an iconic French couture house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945. Balmain, which became known for its bell-shaped skirts and sophisticated cocktail dresses that drew on elegant ballet dancer costumes, 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. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    No, Balmain is not usually considered streetwear.

    Streetwear generally refers to casual, comfortable and stylish apparel and accessories. It's heavily influenced by popular culture, and pioneering streetwear brands such as Stüssy and Supreme are forever intertwined with surfing and skating (thanks to high fashion's love affair with streetwear, black hoodies and graphic tees have certainly seen their fair share of runway time). Balmain, on the other hand, is a haute couture house founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945 that gained international acclaim for its elegant postwar gowns and full, luxurious skirts.

    However, as often as today's Balmain offers ultra-feminine evening dresses and sharply tailored blazers, there are bold and edgy designs that aren't commonly associated with legacy haute couture labels. The brand's Resort menswear collection, which debuted in 2019, offered plenty of hoodies, dazzling graphic patterns and denim. And fashionistas can't help but clamor for the brand's t-shirts, military-style jackets and biker jeans.

    On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Balmain clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The headquarters of Balmain are located in Paris, France, where the brand was founded in 1945 by designer Pierre Balmain. There is an array of official Balmain stores worldwide. Browse a collection of expertly vetted Balmain products from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balmain is mostly manufactured in France, where the brand is based. They also have a variety of manufacturing centers in other countries including Italy, Bulgaria, Japan, China and Poland. Shop a collection of expertly authenticated Balmain products from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dress designed by Balmain promises exceptional quality in materials and design. The designs are inspired by power and confidence, and are well known for flattering structured silhouettes. Stud detailing is commonly featured on Balmain dresses. Shop a variety of Balmain dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Balmain is a French fashion house first established in Paris in 1945. It was founded by French designer Pierre Balmain, and is known for its luxurious quality and design. Shop a collection of authentic Balmain pieces from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Balmain’s designer is Olivier Rousteing, the iconic French couture house’s current creative director. Rousteing is an alum of Roberto Cavalli. He was installed as Balmain’s creative director in 2011. Shop vintage Balmain clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Balmain is pronounced “bahl-MAH.” The “n” at the end is silent. French fashion designer Pierre Balmain established 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. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes. Balmain offers many styles of polarized sunglasses as well as non-polarized sunglasses to suit your needs and personal preferences. Polarization is typically identified in the name or features of the particular style of sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Balmain sunglasses from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    The best way to clean a Balmain blazer depends on the style and material of the blazer. The care tag inside of the blazer can likely provide optimal cleaning instructions to keep your garment looking its best. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage Balmain blazers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balmain hoodies tend to have a more fitted cut, so you may want to order up a size if you prefer a baggier look. Check the sizing chart on the Balmain website for specific measurements to ensure you find the right size. Shop a collection of authentic Balmain hoodies from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some Balmain dresses tend to run small and you may need to order up a size to find the right fit. Check the Balmain size chart on their website before ordering to ensure your dress will fit properly. Browse a range of Balmain dresses from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Styling your Balmain blazer depends uniquely on your personal style and preference. This classic piece is simple to pair with a skirt, jeans or leggings. Wear it buttoned for a put-together vibe or open for a more relaxed style. Shop a range of authentic Balmain blazers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fit of a Balmain shirt is dependent on its silhouette and fabric. Refer to the measurements and product description on the brand’s website for recommendations on sizing. If you do a fair amount of online apparel shopping, experts suggest that you gather accurate body measurements using a tape measure. Shop a range of Balmain shirts from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    Balmain shirts fit well according to online testimonials. The shirts offered by the French luxury brand generally feature a modern semi-fitted cut. Dress shirts may be a slim fit but they aren’t constricting or skinny. If you prefer a looser fit, you may wish to purchase a Balmain shirt one size larger than what you normally buy. Size charts are available on Balmain's official website. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage Balmain shirts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pierre Balmain was a French fashion designer most known for founding his fashion house Balmain. Balmain’s designs are described as sophisticated and elegant, and remain one of the most sought after garments in high-fashion. Find vintage and contemporary Balmain designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Balmain is indeed real leather. It uses a variety of leather materials in its different designs from lambskin and nubuck to calfskin. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Balmain couture from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Olivier Rousteing designs Balmain jeans. He became the creative director of the brand in 2011. Rousteing worked for Roberto Cavalli for six years before coming to Balmain in 2009. You can shop for a variety of Balmain apparel on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The creative director of Balmain is Oliver Rousteing. Balmain denim continues to be one of the most highly coveted garments from the brand due to their high-end tailoring and unique silhouettes. Browse a wide range of authentic Balmain jeans from some of the world’s top retailers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balmain features an official website you can shop from. They have also partnered with retailers around the world that offer their jeans. You can browse 1stDibs to find a range of authentically vetted Balmain jeans from some of the top boutiques worldwide.