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Pierre Balmain

French, 1914-1982

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.

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Designer: Pierre Balmain
Pierre Balmain Paris Francois 1er Neckerchief Scarf Gold and Blue
By Balmain Paris, Pierre Balmain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pierre Balmain Paris, Francois 1er design neckerchief scarf. Beautiful Balmain Paris France gold and blue motif, very elegant. France. Polyester. Dimensions: 12 inches x 39.5 inches.
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

1950s Pierre Balmain Couture Cream Jacquard Two Piece Bridal Set
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This timeless 1950s New Look style demi couture two piece by Pierre Balmain is in impeccable condition with exceptional line and form. The soft cream jacquard fabric is embossed with...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Silk Safety Pin Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pale yellow silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It is semi fitted skimming the body with a crew neckline and long sleeves adorned along the outside with dozens of silver safety...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Tricot Vintage Early 1970s Blue & Gold Jersey Knit Long Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Pierre Balmain "Les Tricot" vintage early 1970s blue & gold patterned jersey knit long dress. A blue and gold lurex jersey knit evening dress, with no...
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1670s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Paris Dark Blue Fur Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat from Pierre Balmain is made of very soft blue dyed fur and suede leather panels. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details: The color is dark...
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20th Century French Pierre Balmain

Haute Couture Black Velvet Pierre Balmain Evening Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful cocktail dress in black velvet with silk tulle on the shoulder . Haute couture by Pierre Balmain Paris, numbered under the tag, Pierre Balmain was born on May 18, 1914 in...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

1970s Pierre Balmain Cabin Travel Shoulder Bag
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1970s Pierre Balmain Cabin Travel shoulder bag in ark green canvas/polyester material with brown leather trim. Brass fittings (zip pulls, buckles, multiple zipped compartmen...
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1970s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Black Mini Dress with Studs
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Milano, IT
An elegant statement with a bold twist: this black dress by Pierre Balmain perfectly captures the brand's sophisticated yet edgy aesthetic. Crafted from a structured fabric that enha...
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Early 2000s French Pierre Balmain

Exceptional Vintage Pierre Balmain Black Strapless Jumpsuit w/ Regal Embroidery
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional, and super rare vintage PIERRE BALMAIN black strapless jumpsuit! Wonderful wide leg palazzos, that are so flattering, and uber chic! Regal hand embroidery at bodice, ador...
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1990s French Pierre Balmain

1970s Vintage Pierre Balmain Silk French Foulard
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A red, blue and gold silk square foulard by Pierre Balmain in perfect conditions
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Late 20th Century French Pierre Balmain

A Pierre Balmain Ottoman Silk Faille Couture Ball-Gown N° 83213 Paris Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the chest adorned with a side knot. High waist effect obtained by a high bust from the waist widening in the bottom of the skirt. Skillful bodice work with included bra, grosgrain waistband and sheath on the hips with garters. Skirt highly structured by a white cotton lining, two petticoats of rigid tulle and a cream silk under-skirt lined with tarlatane. Cream woven satin label, black graphics Pierre Balmain Paris. Numbered 83213 under the label. Very clean and undamaged dress, little or not worn. Very good condition of colour and conservation. Collector's dress exhibited and catalogued at Villa Rosemaine...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

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
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacke
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacket With Mink Collar
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gow
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Gown is missing label and is priced accordingly. True Haute Couture construction fully boned and lined in silk faille in the bodice and satin back crepe in the skirt. Exceptional hand finishing throughout. The beading is done in an abstracted ombré, reflecting the hand dyed ombré in the silk. The beads are of the high quality hand faceted kind, which sparkle in the evening light, added sparkle as they all fall into a short fringe which shimmers as the wearer moves. 1950S PIERRE BALMAIN...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Pierre Balmain

A Pierre Balmain Ceremonial Satin Evening Dress Bolero and Purse Circa 1950
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Pierre Balmain Paris evening or ceremony dress with matching bolero and purse from the 1950s. Ivory Duchess satin embroidered with wh...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France Sumptuous cocktail or ball gown with Princess line by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture numbered 83214. Sleeveless dress with a cowl neckline draped with polka-dot mus...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Vintage Tan Light Brown Vinyl Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Rome, Rome
Discover the charm and timeless elegance of the Vintage Pierre Balmain Flap Shoulder Bag, a stylish accessory that combines practicality with luxury. Crafted from tan vinyl canvas fe...
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

Balmain Runway Silk Ruched Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous taupe fine silk jersey dress from Balmain. It has a plunging neckline framed with vertically ruched panels. The fitted skirt is horizontally ruched with angled insets o...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

A black kimono jacket by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture n. 111036 Circa 1975-1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1975-1980 France A Black Grain de poudre kimono evening jacket by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dating from the late 1970s. Loose fit with kimono sleeves and side slits, offic...
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1970s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain 1980s Pink Abstract Flower Geometric Silk Linen Vintage 80s Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1980s PIERRE BALMAIN pink, black and white abstract geometric flower print sleeveless belted dress ! Features a soft silk and linen blend. Pockets at each side of the waist. But...
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

A Pierre Balmain Lurex Knitting Three-pieces Set - France Circa 1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Pierre Balmain three-piece knitwear set in silver and purple lurex. Long-sleeved, tight-fitting top with cuffs. Small turtleneck closing with invisible staples. L...
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Ruched Dress
By Balmain Paris, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous orange fine stretch silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a plunging V neckline with a vertically ruched bodice, horizontally ruched waist and skirt which is framed on ...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Paris Brown Belted Wool Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This coat has 2 pockets, a matching belt and 2 Pierre Balmain logo buttons. Appears to be small, please refer to the measurements in the description. pre-owned condition. Please not...
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20th Century French Pierre Balmain

Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown No.173.195
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Pierre Balmain haute couture No. 173.195 black silk chiffon halter neck evening gown with ties at the back neck, a high-low ruffled hemline, an interior silk bustier w/boning...
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20th Century French Pierre Balmain

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. Dress measures approximately 37" at bust, 33" at waist, 40" at hips and 41" in le...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

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 luxurious marigold yellow silk satin. This classic dress, entirely handmade by world-cl...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain New Lace Up Bandage Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It is fitted and has a plunging front neckline with adjustable lacing through to the waist. There is lacing along the tops of th...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, haute couture, silk velvet dress with rhinestones from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Fabric is a cut silk velvet with an interesting diamond shaped pattern througho...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

PIERRE BALMAIN c.1980's Bright Pink Silk Strapless Orange Belted Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Balmain c.1980's bright pink silk strapless cocktail dress. Bright pink quilted animal print silk fabric. Orange rib detail belt with accent bow and velcro closure. Pl...
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

1954 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk Brocade Dress and Jacket Suit
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This 1950s silk brocade two piece couture dress set has a stunning paisley pattern in pink and gold threads. The dress features a scalloped edge trim to the top of the bodice and thr...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

A 1980s Pierre Balmain White and Brown Floral Silk Foulard
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A lovely floral silk foulard designed by Pierre Balmain in perfect conditions. The Pierre Balmain Silk Foulard is a luxurious and exquisite accessory that embodies the elegance and ...
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Late 20th Century French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain New Geometric Print Lace up Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous geometric ikat print stretch dress from Pierre Balmain in red, blue, yellow, black and white. It has long sleeves and a V neckline with functional black lacing to...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

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 dress with straight cut tightened at the waist with loose effect. At the front, ther...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain One Sleeve Dress with Side Cut outs
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black bodycon bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has one sleeve and a series of diamond shaped cut outs from under the bust to the hips on one side. The skirt is stra...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Brown and gold lurex jersey knit evening dress Pierre Balmain Les Tricots
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown and gold lurex jersey knit evening dress. No fabric tag composition but lining is probably acetate or rayon. Zip in the middle back. SIZE L
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1970s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Complete Agenda
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Balmain complete agenda has wonderful calfskin leather edging along with the lined leather and silk combination. Body is made with thick Tapestry made to last. Original note p...
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1970s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain, top with shoulder pads
By Pierre Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Pierre Balmain, black semi transparent top with shoulder pads and decoration on the shoulders. The item is in very good condition. Labels are cut out of the top. • CONDITION: very g...
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2010s Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Dress with Chains
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Pierre Balmain. It is sleeveless with a soup neckline adorned with draping rows of gold chains of varying sizes and lengths all emanating from 3 gold metal posts...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Snakeskin Leather Beige Nude High Heel Mule Sandals 36
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and style: the Pierre Balmain Snakeskin Leather Beige Nude High Heel Mule Sandals in size 36. Elevate your ens...
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2010s European Pierre Balmain

PIERRE BALMAIN Beige Gold Leather Wallet
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage PIERRE BALMAIN wallet in a beige leather featuring two interior slots with kiss lock coin purse, and gold tone metal clasp closure. Comes with box.Excellent Pre-Owned Conditi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain black & Purple ensemble
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Balmain suit ensemble is fully lined with silk. The jacket is safari style with four (4) patch pockets. The full length of the jacket measures 26 1/2", underarm circumfer...
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1980s Pierre Balmain

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and satin HAUTE COUTURE dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black silk satin and velvet haute couture dress with unique spiral design and elaborate beading designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Dress has a red bow at ...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

1990s PIERRE BALMAIN Black and White Snakeskin Cold Shoulder Sexy Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s vintage PIERRE BALMAIN black, white and gray snakeskin print cold shoulder mini dress! Bodycon fit with so much attention to detail. Flattering ruching down the side. Simply...
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1990s Italian Pierre Balmain

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 1965/1970. Dress in printed silk, sleeveless, skin-tight and hugging the hips, waist...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

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 dating to the late 1960's. All of the details you would expect with a haute couture gar...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Brown Corduroy Double Breasted Jacket S
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Discover the timeless sophistication of the Pierre Balmain jacket. Crafted from rich corduroy this jacket features a classic double breasted design exuding refined style and versatil...
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2010s Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Silk Scarf Vineyard Print in Green and Brown, c1950
By Pierre Balmain, Pierre Balmain Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite silk scarf from Pierre Balmain Paris is artistically crafted to resemble a beautiful painting. This lovely piece features a tangle of grape leaves and bunches of grape...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

Printed satin blouse by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture - France Circa 1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Beautiful evening blouse in printed silk satin by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dating from the 1980s. Amazing print on silk forming fans of peacock feathers (?) i...
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1980s French Pierre Balmain

NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new with tags early 2000s PIERRE BALMAIN gray wool and cashmere one shoulder chain mail cocktail dress! Features one shoulder of metal mesh chainmail, produced by Whiting & Dav...
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Early 2000s Italian Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmian New Jeans with Leather and Chain Side Lacing
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous baby pink cotton denim jeans with a bit of stretch from Balmain. It has the Balmain jean signature horizontal seaming at the knees, 5 front pockets including zipper pockets...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black leather wide logo elastic belt A-line skirt FR38 M
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black leather wide logo elastic belted A-line skirt FR38 M Reference: YIKK/A00148 Brand: Pierre Balmain Material: Leather, Fabric Color: Black, Silver Pattern:...
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1990s Italian Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain red Silk jacket and pleated skirt suit Ensemble, Circa 1950
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Ensemble jacket and pleated skirt suit in red. Silk blouse with checkered pattern in red and green with white background, sleeveless. Two level of ruffle scarf c...
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1950s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Bodycon Dress with Sheer Shoulders and Waist
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and is fitted through to the hips. There are fabulous horizontal sheer panels around the sh...
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2010s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain Paris red rose light wool jacket
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This Balmain jacket is made from wool has 3 closing buttons and 2 pockets. Size is mentioned French 44 but fits as US 10 or EU 40 See section measurements. Please note that vintage ...
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20th Century French Pierre Balmain

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 and white large grain trimmings with braids. Missing size and composition labels, it ...
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1960s French Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Pierre Balmain fashion 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 purple, red, blue and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Jean-Louis Scherrer, Jean Patou, and Vicky Tiel appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Pierre Balmain fashion from top boutiques around the world. Pierre Balmain fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $45 and tops out at $15,954, while the average work can sell for $1,473.
Questions About Pierre Balmain
  • 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 25, 2024
    Yes, Balmain is a high-end brand. Founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945, the haute couture house was among the first to offer French looks to the American market. 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. Many celebrities past and present, from Audrey Hepburn to all of the Kardashians, have worn Balmain. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Balmain apparel and accessories.
  • 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 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 ExpertMay 13, 2024
    Balmain is the name of a luxury brand founded by French couturier Pierre Balmain in 1945. Pierre Balmain is also the name of one of Balmain’s diffusion lines.

    Launched in 2011 under Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing, the diffusion line was largely inclusive of apparel intended for casual wear and offered at affordable price points. It targeted a younger segment of buyers.

    Shop a collection of vintage Balmain on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 28, 2024
    Pierre Balmain jeans tend to run true to size. The brand provides a size chart/“fit predictor” on its official website. It is recommended that you make use of the size chart before you make your purchase on the site. Balmain was founded in 1945 by Pierre and is now known by the French designer’s surname. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Pierre Balmain clothing.
  • 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.

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