Pierre Balmain, Black T-shirt with tiger
By Pierre Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Pierre Balmain, Black T-shirt with tiger in size FR44/XS. The item is in very good condition.
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.
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Pierre Balmain, Black T-shirt with tiger
By Pierre Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Pierre Balmain, Black T-shirt with tiger in size FR44/XS. The item is in very good condition.
A Pierre Balmain Printed Silk Blouse - France Circa 1985
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1985 France Evening blouse in green silk printed with black graphics by Pierre Balmain dating from the 1980s. Short cut with blousy sleeves closed on the front by black shiny r...
Printed satin blouse by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture - France Circa 1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Evening blouse in printed silk satin by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dating from the 1980s. Amazing print on silk forming fans of peacock feathers (?) in shades of ...
Pierre Balmain, asymmetric top with paisley print.
By Pierre Balmain
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Pierre Balmain, Black/white sleeveless asymmetric top with paisley print in size XS. This item is in very good condition.
Pierre Balmain Beaded Black Silk Sleeveless Top
By Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain BALMAIN HAUTE COUTURE - Black silk sleeveless top fully embroidered with multicolored beads and sequins. No composition label or size indicated, fits a 38FR. Circa 1960s. Ad...
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...
Pierre Balmain Printed Blouse
By Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain -(Made in France) Printed blouse, size 40FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 40 cm Chest: 44 cm Sleeve length: 30 cm Leng...
1980s Pierre Balmain Yellow Print Blouse
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Pierre Balmain blouse. Yellow with the look of four different ribbon patterned silk scarves blowing in the wind. One black with white, pink, blue and green diagonal stripes. The second, blue and white. The third, pink and green paisley. And the last blue and pink tropical flowers. Vertical vent on back right side. Transparent yellow buttons. Bishop sleeves. Yellow top stitching. Excellent vintage condition. Made in France - sold by boutique to the carriage trade: Chez Catherine...
$319Sale Price|20% Off
PIERRE BALMAIN Size M Silver Black White Stripe Studded Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
PIERRE BALMAIN long sleeve shirt in a black & white stripe cotton featuring studded details, spread collar, and a snap button closure. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Mi...
Pierre Balmain Oversized Rhinestones T-shirt - '10s
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Pierre Balmain oversized t-shirt is made with a viscose and spandex blend, and features an all over silver rhinestone design. The spread deep neckline, seamless loose shoulders,...
Pierre Balmain Couture Embellished Blouse with Exaggerated Collar Size Small
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pierre Balmain blouse is composed of a navy, black, and white patterned silk with embellishments. The linen collar is fused for a three dimensional effect, which causes it to si...
Pierre Balmain Blue Denim Shirt Size 40
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring light wash denim button down shirt with gold plated buttons detail, stamped with B, dual front pockets, collar and adjustable sleeves.
Pierre Balmain Distressed Cotton T-Shirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
Pierre Balmain Distressed Cotton T-Shirt Black distressed style t-shirt with V-Neck and short sleeves. Detailed with 'Pierre Balmain' wording to rear. Rrp Approx. £400 Size – 46F...
$745
Size: Small - Small Medium
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Turquoise Blue + Brown Logo 90s Knit Crop Top Polo
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish late 1990s DOLCE AND GABBANA turquoise blue and brown logo knit crop top ! Features a soft cotton knit with a chambray denim pocket patch at left breast with D&G embroidered ...
1990s Escada Cerulean Blue Flattering Ruched Jersey Criss Cross Back Vintage Top
By Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Flattering vintage 90s ESCADA cerulean blue jersey sleeveless criss-cross Cut-out back blouse! Beautiful vibrant blue color, and so many flattering details. Features a forgiving str...
Jean Colonna New Beaded Sheer Panel Top 1990s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black beaded top from Jean Colonna. It is sleeveless with a crew neckline and a front sheer panel adorned with an elaborate pattern of black ...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford White 'GG' Monogram Button Down Collar Shirt IT44
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic Gucci 'GG' monogram button-up shirt designed by Tom Ford. From Gucci's Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this shirt is constructed entirely of 'GG' monogram silk an...
Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
New with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche" Spring / Summer 2012 blue silk halter top! Sexy plunge with a perfectly tailored bodice. Hidden zip...
CHANEL black SHEER STAR LACE Cap Sleeve Blouse Shirt M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cap sleeve top in black sheer star lace (nylon-spandex blend - please note the content tag is missing). Embellished with embroidered stars all over the top and ...
Valentino Boutique Silk Ruffle Neck Blouse 1980s
By Valentino Couture, Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk charmeuse blouse shirt by Valentino. It buttons on the side front with delicate black faceted glass buttons and is adorned with layers of beautiful gold flower dotted...
Marc Jacobs Navy Blue Silk Polka Dot Cap Sleeve Size 2 / 4 Blouse Top / Shirt
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MARC JACOBS Collection navy blue silk polka dot cap sleeve blouse! Features silk covered buttons up the bodice. Lots of attention to detail, with strategically placed ruffl...
NEW Emilio Pucci Signature Tropical Print Wrap Blouse Top 38
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
The vibrant botanical print, tropical hues and airy handle of this amazing Emilio Pucci wrap blouse combine to create the ideal vacation piece. The blouse is cut from a soft cotton...
$918Sale Price|20% Off
Hermes Navy Balles de Golf by C Vauzelles Silk Shirt
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes navy silk shirt "Balles de Golf" by Christiane Vauzelles featuring a navy ground and a golf ball print all over in contrasting ecru, a front button fastening, a straight hem,...
$612Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small / Medium
Gorgeous 1950s Green Silk Shantung Beaded Crystal Couture Sleeveless Blouse Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s green raw silk shantung couture beaded top! Features hundreds of hand-sewn beads and crystals throughout the front bodice. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-...
PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black silk sheer panelled dolman sleeve blouse 24/38
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black silk sheer panelled dolman sleeve blouse 24/38 Reference: YIKK/A00118 Brand: Pierre Balmain Material: Silk Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On E...
PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black sheer silk balloon sleeve blouse Sz.24 FR38 S
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PIERRE BALMAIN Vintage black sheer silk balloon sleeve blouse Sz.24 FR38 S Reference: YIKK/A00139 Brand: Pierre Balmain Material: Feels like silk Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure:...
PIERRE BALMAIN Size XS Black Studded Cotton Crew-Neck T-shirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
PIERRE BALMAIN t-shirt in a black cotton featuring studded shoulders, distressed style, and crew neck. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wear. Marked: 4...
Sold
Size: Equivalent size 38-40 France
Printed satin blouse by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture - France Circa 1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Evening blouse in printed silk satin by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dating from the 1980s. Amazing print on silk forming fans of peacock feathers (?) in shades of ...
PIERRE BALMAIN Size M Black White Silver Stripe Cotton Long Sleeve Shirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
PIERRE BALMAIN long sleeve shirt comes in a black & white stripe cotton featuring studded details, spread collar, and a snap button closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condi...
A Pierre Balmain Printed Silk Blouse - France Circa 1985
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1985 France Evening blouse in green silk printed with black graphics by Pierre Balmain dating from the 1980s. Short cut with blousy sleeves closed on the front by black shiny resin buttons. High collar buttoned to the Mao or to treat large open panels. To note, slight rings under...
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cream Silk Pleated Tie Blouse 1950s
By Pierre Balmain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture cream silk pleated bodice, tie blouse from the late 1950s. This lovely blouse is beautifully designed and crafted. Cream silk is delicately pleated at th...
Cotton shirt with Balmain medallion print
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Fluorescent yellow and silver cotton t-shirt Sleeveless, round neck, shoulder with embossed silver-colored buttons, Balmain medallion print The size is...
Cotton T-shirt with Balmain logo print
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
T-Shirt Pierre Balmain 2018 Color is bordeaux the size of the shirt is an XS
PIERRE BALMAIN Size XXS Olive Grey Distressed Cotton Blend Pullover Sweatshirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
PIERRE BALMAIN pullover sweatshirt comes in an olive tone gray jersey and features a crewneck, raglan sleeves with asymmetrical side button details, and distressed details throughout...
PIERRE BALMAIN Men's Size L Washed Indigo Denim Long Sleeve Shirt
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Francisco, CA
PIERRE BALMAIN denim long sleeve button-down features two breast pockets, artful distressing throughout and an Oxford hem in medium wash indigo, Made in ...