Balenciaga Arena Wheeled Suitcase Rolling Carry-on Luggage Trolley Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Miami, FL
Balenciaga 2013 Rare Limited Edition Periwinkle Blue Jacynthe Wheeled Carry-On Balenciaga Wheeled
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By Balenciaga
Located in Miami, FL
Balenciaga 2013 Rare Limited Edition Periwinkle Blue Jacynthe Wheeled Carry-On Balenciaga Wheeled
Balenciaga Black Arena Lambskin Le City Backpack
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Balenciaga Black Arena Lambskin Le City Backpack SKU: 154535 MSRP: 2150.00 USD
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Classic Long Wallet 12BK0113
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 253036-1202-531053 Made In: Italy Measurements(inches): Length: 7.6 Width: 0.75 Height: 4.1 GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) Includes: Nothing Exterior: L...
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BALENCIAGA 2017 Arena Round Air S Hobo black leather cylinder crossbody bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA 2017 Arena Round Air S Hobo black leather cylinder crossbody bag Reference: ECLO/A00161
BALENCIAGA metallic gold Arena distressed leather LE CAGOLE XS Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga Le Cagole XS shoulder bag in cracked metallic gold Aren lambskin leather
BALENCIAGA black Arena leather CAGOLE 70 Mule Sandals Shoes 38 fit 39
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga Cagole 70 mules in black Arena lambskin featuring aged-silver studs and
BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38
By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Vintage Arena yellow studded grey espadrille wedge heel EU38 Reference: MEKK/A00003
Balenciaga Crush Tote Handbag With New York Charms M New With Tags
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic Balenciaga Crush tote dirty arena Lambskin with New York charms Black color but
Balenciaga Arena Day Hobo 868558 Black Leather Shoulder Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...
BALENCIAGA Anthracite First Arena Motorcycle Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic BALENCIAGA Anthracite First Arena Motorcycle Bag. It is done in fabulous
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Classic Day Hobo
By Balenciaga
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Balenciaga Day hobo comes in a beautiful olive green color with gold-tone buckles and studs
Unavailable
Size: EU 40 (Approx. US 10) Regular (M
Balenciaga Red Shadow Python Arena 6bat1213 Sneakers
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 412382 Made In: Italy Size: EU 40 OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includes Original Box Retail $1395 EU 40 Womens 9 Mens 7 Signs of Wear: Exterior shows...
Balenciaga Pink Lambskin Arena Giant 12 Town Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Balenciaga PINK Lambskin Arena Giant 12 Town Bag with Gold Hardware- NEW; retail $1,895.00 plus
Balenciaga Pink Leather Arena Flat Slides Size 38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...
Balenciaga Green Leather Arena Studded Ballet Flats Size 38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These charming ballet flats by Balenciaga will go with any ensemble. Crafted from leather, they
Balenciaga White Arena Denim Effect High Sneakers Lbslm29 Sneakers
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Balenciaga Men's Sneakers This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Men's Size: 42 Signs
Balenciaga White Leather Studded Arena Flat Slides Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of ou...
Balenciaga Hobo Arena Giant Brief 16mr0417 Charcoal Leather Tote
By Balenciaga
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 173085 - 2123 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 3" Height: 14" Handle drop: 5.25" OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+ ) Includes Dus...
Balenciaga Black Brogue Glossy Leather Metal Arena Ballet Flats Size 36
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
We love how Balenciaga keeps amazing us with unique creations and these Arena ballet flats are one
Unavailable
H 10.5 in W 15 in D 4 in
Balenciaga Lambskin Giant 12 Arena City Bag in Rose Hortensia Pink, GHW
By Balenciaga
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Balenciaga Rose Hortensia Lambskin Arena City Bag with GIANT Gold Hardware- NEW; retail $1,985.00
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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BALENCIAGA Arena Blanc off white crinkle leather low top sneaker EU44
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Arena Blanc off white crinkle leather low top sneaker EU44 Reference: TGAS/B01407
BALENCIAGA Arena Blanc off white crinkle leather low top sneaker EU44
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Arena Blanc off white crinkle leather low top sneaker EU44 Reference: TGAS/B01407
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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Located in Hong Kong, NT
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Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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BALENCIAGA Size 11 Yellow Textured Leather ARENA Sneakers
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA "Arena" sneakers come in bright yellow textured leather with a lace up front and tonal
Balenciaga Black Leather Silver Arena Gladiator Flat Sandals
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA "Arena" gladiator style sandals come in textured black leather with a caged ankle
BALENCIAGA Size 7.5 Grey Leather Gold Studded ARENA T strap Flats
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA "Arena" sandals come in gray leather with a gold tone studded T thong strap. Wear
BALENCIAGA Size 11 Teal Navy Textured Leather ARENA Sneakers
By Balenciaga
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALENCIAGA "Arena" high top sneakers in a dark teal navy blue textured patent coated leather
BALENCIAGA multicolor leather ARENA LARGE PATCHWORK Tote Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balenciaga 'Arena' patchwork tote bag in sand, brown, olive green, eggplant, forest
Balenciaga Orange Arena Giant Flap Envelope Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in Amman, JO
Balenciaga Orange Arena Giant Flap Envelope Clutch, Features large silver studs, corner buckle
Balenciaga Blue Arena Giant Flap Envelope Clutch
By Balenciaga
Located in Amman, JO
Balenciaga Blue Arena Giant Flap Envelope Clutch, Features large silver studs, corner buckle
Balenciaga Large Ostrich Pompon Arena Tote 856463
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
Balenciaga Men's 41 Black Arena Sneaker 126ba6
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 341763 Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4" Height: 6" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Size: 41 EU Exterior: Very Minor Rub...
Balenciaga Men's 44 Navy Leather Arena Sneakers 7BA113
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Balenciaga Men's 44 Navy Leather Arena Sneakers 7BA113 Date Code/Serial Number: 341760 Made In
Balenciaga Tan Ostrich Pom Pon Arena Tote 13ba53s
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 497717 172886 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 6" Height: 15" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or A- ) Acces...
Balenciaga Black Leather Arena Wallet Long Flap 10BAL1221
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2335991000527545 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: .5" Height: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather a...
Balenciaga Black Arena Lambskin & Crystal Neo Cagole City Handbag
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Black Arena Lambskin & Crystal Neo Cagole City Handbag Made In: Italy Color: Black
Balenciaga Black Long Classic Arena Moto Leather 871150 Wallet
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 10 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 0.59 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 1.5 cm(a...
Balenciaga Men's 43 Deadstock Black Python Arena Sneaker 1210ba34
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 358031 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 4" Height: 6" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, Laces Signs of Wea...
Balenciaga Men's Size 40 Electric Blue Arena Sneaker 129ba6
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 449678 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4" Height: 5.75" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Signs of ...
BALENCIAGA Demna black Arena crinkled leather square toe ballerina flats EU37
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna black Arena crinkled leather square toe ballerina flats EU37 Reference: MELK
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H 12.75 in W 3.5 in L 12.5 in
Balenciaga Black Leather Utility Messenger Reporter City Arena Flap 31bl54s
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 272807-1202 527276 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 3.5" Height: 12.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 11"-23" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 ...
Balenciaga Men's Size 42 White x Black Arena Sneaker 3BA1221
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 341763 Made In: Paris Measurements: Length: 11.5 " Width: 4 " Height: 6 " OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Size: 42 EU Mens Exteri...
Balenciaga Blue Leather Arena Zippy Wallet Long Zip Around 861786
By Balenciaga
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) partially rubs on the bottom (Inside) minor rubs mostly in bill slot (zipper) Zipper works properly Width (inch) : 8.46 inc...
BALENCIAGA DEMNA Arena Pyrite Grey grained leather low sneakers EU44 US11
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA Arena Pyrite Grey grained leather low sneakers EU44 US11 Reference: TGAS/C00441
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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Pretty 1970s Boho Cotton Voile + Lace Flower Print Long Sleeve 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty vintage 1970s lightweight cotton voile and lace flower print long sleeve maxi dress! Beige background, with light shades of pastel pink, green, yellow and blue throughout. But...
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Rhinestone Beaded Plunge Silver Beige Lace Mini Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This silver embellished lace mini dress from Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2000 collection, designed under Tom Ford’s creative direction, is covered in beads and rhinestones. The mini features...
Vintage LOEWE Calfskin Leather Anagram Soft-sided Crossbody Bag Red
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE Anagram soft-sided crossbody bag is crafted of soft calfskin leather in red. Top zipper closure opens to a coated interior which has been professionally cleaned wi...
Paco Rabanne Vintage Gold Chain Link Cocktail Dress, Size 4-6
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
$1,275
H 4.25 in D 1.25 in L 7 in
Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent amethyst sliced inlay clutch is framed with a textured gilt metal clasp frame Carried with a string of purple color resin beads that is detachable By detaching the purple res...
Glittering Crystal Encrusted Penguin Evening Bag c 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal encrusted penguin evening bag - clutch 21 c The charming penguin evening bag transitions from an endearing clutch; converts into an elegant handbag carried with a...
Avant Garde Brutalist Mixed Metal Artisan Handbag ca 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Avant garde brutalist mixed metal artisan handbag ca 1970s The unique handmade shoulder bag is adorned with sinuous three dimensional mixed metal work designs on the black leather f...
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Size: Size Small
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...
Stunning Thierry Mugler Evening Gown Sexy Lace Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
A masterstroke of provocation, this evening gown by Thierry Mugler is truly gorgeous. The silhouette is pure liquid couture: a slender nude column that clings to the body like beauti...
$363
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6-8 / Small
2000s Roberto Cavalli Butterfly appliqué long sleeved black mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000s Roberto Cavalli Butterfly appliqué long sleeved black mini Dress A Y2K Roberto Cavalli Mini Dress crafted in a black stretchy cotton with long sleeves, lace up tie detail at t...
Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes Sac 404 in black box calf leather with top handle and gold-plated metal hardware including a push-lock closure and key attached to the handle and protected by a leathe...
1990s Does 1970s Navy Blue Sheer Mesh Glitter Vintage 90s Sexy Halter Jumpsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s does 1970s navy blue semi sheer mesh glitter halter jumpsuit! Features a flattering high neck. Glitter patterned in zigzags throughout. High neck with two ivory pearl butt...
1970s Coral Salmon Pink Jersey + Crochet Lace Collar 70s Vintage Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking coral / salmon pink jersey maxi dress! Hard to find color that compliments nearly any skin tone! Slinky jersey looks fantastic when on. White crochet lace collar makes for a...
$675
Size: Small - Medium
Bill Blass Vintage Cut Out 1990s Pink Red Polka Dot One Piece Bodysuit Swimsuit
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s does 60s BILL BLASS pink and red polka dot cut-out one piece monkini swimsuit or bodysuit! Features an op-art polka dot print with mini dots on the bust, and flattering larg...
Hermès Black Leather Diane Bag 1989
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Black Leather Diane Bag 1989. Iconic bag made in the 1989, Hermès has since stopped the production of this bag making it collectible, really sought after collectors and brands...
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Celine x Phoebe Philo Soft Trio Bag Chain Strap
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in London, GB
Super chic Celine x Phoebe Philo Soft Trio bag. Bought for £1600 and is unworn with dustbag, tag and care card. This was the last one in the shop so it does have a little with wear t...
Starting as a modest boutique, Balenciaga evolved to transform the landscape of women’s fashion with shapes and contours during the middle of the 20th century that were nothing less than groundbreaking. Today, the brand is as venturesome as ever and is well known for its shoes, handbags, sneakers, streetwear and other clothing and accessories.
Though he was born in the quiet fishing village of Getaria in Spain’s Basque region, Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895–1972) was destined to reshape modern fashion. As a child, he worked alongside his seamstress mother. Showing immense talent, he earned commissions as a teenager from local patron Marquesa de Casa Torres, who paid for his tailoring education in Madrid. In 1917, he established his first haute couture house — named Eisa, for his mother — in the trendy resort town San Sebastián. He soon followed it with boutiques in Madrid and Barcelona, drawing such clientele as the Spanish royal family.
When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937. There, Balenciaga rubbed elbows with fashion greats like Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli and quickly won over clients like Gloria Guinness, Pauline de Rothschild and Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor.
As a couturier, Balenciaga drew from his Spanish heritage for ideas, riffing on everything from matador costumes and flamenco dresses to the paintings of Diego Velázquez, whose portraits of Spanish princesses famously inspired Balenciaga’s Infanta gown.
An expert tailor, he experimented with sculptural silhouettes that didn’t follow the body. Some of his notable designs include the 1953 balloon jacket, and from 1957, the cocoon coat, the baby-doll dress and the sack dress, which he popularized with his good friend designer Hubert de Givenchy. All of these could be considered not just the masterpieces of haute couture, but also objets d’art in their own right, leading to Balenciaga’s nickname, “The Master.”
Balenciaga continued designing until 1968, when he retired after three decades of influential work and his fashion house went dormant. The rights to Balenciaga were acquired by Jacques Bogart S.A. in 1986. Under designer Michel Goma, who focused on ready-to-wear, the brand experienced a resurgence, with his first collection introduced in 1987.
The brand returned to high fashion with the arrival of designer Josephus Thimister in 1992. It has since been led by a series of creative directors who have paid homage to Balenciaga’s iconic designs, including Nicolas Ghesquière, Alexander Wang and, most recently, Demna Gvasalia. In 2011, a museum celebrating Balenciaga’s legacy opened in his hometown in Spain, commemorating where it all began.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Balenciaga crossbody bags, tote bags, day dresses, shirts and more.