Balenciaga Black Satin Rhinestone Eiffel Tower Kitten Heel Pumps
By Balenciaga
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Balenciaga Black Satin Rhinestone Eiffel Tower Kitten Heel Pumps are a stunning fusion of sophistication and avant-garde flair.
Balenciaga Black Satin Rhinestone Eiffel Tower Kitten Heel Pumps
By Balenciaga
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Balenciaga Black Satin Rhinestone Eiffel Tower Kitten Heel Pumps are a stunning fusion of sophistication and avant-garde flair.
$240Sale Price|20% Off
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife Mules burgundy satin bow pointy kitten heels EU38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife Mules burgundy satin bow pointy kitten heels EU38.5 Reference: CNPG/A00125 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Knife Mules Material: Satin Color: Burgundy...
Balenciaga Metallic Silver Heels, Circa 1960s
By Balenciaga
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful & rare Balenciaga silver leather slingback kitten heels. Cut-out vamp with a decorative button at the center.
$175Sale Price|35% Off
BALENCIAGA BB Knife gold logo red black plaid wool sling kitten pump EU38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA BB Knife gold logo red black plaid wool sling kitten pump EU38.5 Reference: KEDG/A00206 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: BB Knife Material: Wool Color: Red Pattern...
new BALENCIAGA Knife red satin wrapped point toe kitten heel mule EU37.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new BALENCIAGA Knife red satin wrapped point toe kitten heel mule EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A01789 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Gvasalia Model: Knife mule Material: Silk Colo...
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife black leather wrapped point toe kitten heel mule EU37
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife black leather wrapped point toe kitten heel mule EU37 Reference: MELK/A00203 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Knife mule Material: Leather Color:...
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU37
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU37 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Gvasalia Model Name / Style: Knife Drape Mule Material: Fabric Color: ...
BALENCIAGA DEMNA cobalt blue satin knife point bow sling back kitten heel EU38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA DEMNA cobalt blue satin knife point bow sling back kitten heel EU38.5 BALENCIAGA BY DEMNA GVASALIA Knife point.
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife red tweed red button embellishment kitten pump EU38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA Demna Knife red tweed red button embellishment kitten pump EU38.5 Reference: KEDG/A00138 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Knife Material: tweed Color: Red P...
BALENCIAGA BB Knife gold logo red black plaid wool sling kitten pump EU38.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BALENCIAGA BB Knife gold logo red black plaid wool sling kitten pump EU38.5 Brand: Balenciaga Model: BB Knife Extra Detail: Gold tone BB logo.
Balenciaga Square Knife BB Monogram Pumps
By Balenciaga
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These Balenciaga pointed toe kitten heels are soo reminiscent of the 1960s!
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU36
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU36 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Gvasalia Model Name / Style: Knife Drape Mule Material: Fabric Color: ...
new BALENCIAGA Knife black calfskin leather kitten heel bootie EU37.5 US7.5
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new BALENCIAGA Knife black calfskin leather kitten heel bootie EU37.5 US7.5 Reference: TGAS/B02245 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip E...
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU37
By Balenciaga
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new BALENCIAGA Knife Drape Knit red fine jersey wrapped kitten heel mule EU37 Reference: TGAS/A04893 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Demna Model: Knife Drape Mule Material: Fabric Color:...
Balenciaga Black Satin Knife Mules Size 39
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complement your well-put-together outfit with these authentic Balenciaga kitten heels. Timeless and classy, they have an amazing construction for enduring quality and comfortable fit.
Balenciaga Knife Leather Slingback Kitten Heel Sandals 39.5
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
Balenciaga Black Slingback Leather Pumps - Black slingback leather pumps - Pointed toe - Front dainty bow detail - Elasticated slingback strap - 40mm kitten heel - Black leather lin...
Balenciaga Black Leather Logo Strap Kitten Heel Sandals Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The sandals are finished with kitten heels. Includes: Original Dustbag, Original Box, Extra Heel Tip
Balenciaga Metallic Pink Satin Knife Pointed Toe Kitten Heels Mules Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
They are elevated of 4 cm kitten heels and finished with comfortable leather soles.
Balenciaga Black Knit Fabric BB Knife Kitten Heel Booties Size 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
They are crafted using black knit fabric with a gold-toned embellishment, pointed toes, and Kitten heels accentuating their appearance. Step out looking gorgeous in these booties.
Balenciaga Caramel Suede Ankle Boots
By Balenciaga
Located in Antwerp, BE
These midnight caramel suede Balenciaga feature a kitten heel. Giving you autumnal boyish charm in the front and dainty lady in the back.
Manolo Blahnik Navy Lace Open Toe Heels Size 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik Navy Lace Open Toe Heels size 38.5. It's a name synonymous with incredible footwear. For more than 40 years, Manolo Blahnik has created the world's most sought-after s...
Dolce and Gabbana Brown Silk Shirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
A stunning silk shirt by Dolce and Gabbana. The shirt is in a super soft fabric with interesting details. It has a double button on the collar, and single button cuff with interest...
$2,856Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand: Christian Dior by John Galliano Product Name: Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag Product Description: Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
$295Sale Price|59% Off
Size: Marked 7.5, Fits Size 7
New Edmundo Castillo Black & White Leather Slingback Heels Sz 7
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Edmundo Castillo Brand New * Size: 7.5 Fits size 7 These Run a Half Size Small * Black & White Leather * Contrast Stitching Button Accent * Slingback Heel Pointed Toe * 3" Hee...
2000S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Olive Green Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made with an internal corset to keep the shape of the dress. Some damage due to young rich girls who's mother's taught them no sense of decorum. Damage is on side where t...
1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
By Lilli Ann
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
S/S 1996 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Copper Lace Leopard Rhinestone Mini Dress
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible leopard print chiffon and copper lace Atelier Versace mini dress, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, a version of this super...
Unavailable|$1,098
Size: 38 / US 2
Gucci Tom Ford Fall 2001 Size 38 / 2 Runway Black Silk Strapless Post - It Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage Gucci, by Tom Ford Fall 2001 black silk strapless post-it Runaway dress ! Fashioned after post-it notes. Built in bodice holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the ...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Extremely Rare Dolce & Gabbana Runway Boots – S/S 2000 Size 38
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
A museum-worthy piece from Spring/Summer 2000 Dolce & Gabbana, these ultra-rare knee-high boots capture the bold, futuristic sensuality that defined the early millennium. Crafted...
$3,217Sale Price|35% Off
Size: One Size
Magnificent Silk Yves Saint Laurent Wrap Stole Jacket Cape 2006
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Store Display in Excellent Condition Stunning Fuchsia Silk Evening Cape/Overcoat Size: One Size Hand Sewn and Limited Edition Fall 2006 A rare Find The black sa...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
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.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.
The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.