Pierre Balmain

Pierre Balmain

“Dressmaking is the architecture of movement.” -Pierre Balmain

French designer, Pierre Balmain, got his start studying architecture. His knowledge of structure proved beneficial as he later became interested in the world of fashion design. Balmain is best known for his commitment to construction in all of his garments. In 1941 he began an apprenticeship with couturier Edward Molyneux, later moved on to work with Lucien Lelong. Most notably, Balmain worked as a designer at Christian Dior. He credited himself with developing the iconic “New Look.”

In 1941 he created The House of Balmain and his debut line became an instant sensation. Balmain favored expert tailoring and simple designs. He detested the often over-embellished gowns of the time and favored simple, elegant dresses with extreme attention to silhouette. He favored small waists with full skirts for eveningwear and used fur trimmings on many of his gowns. His attention to detail and simple style has allowed his vintage fashions to be wearable and fresh even today.

Morphew Vintage

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gown With Satin Bodice Bow

Product Description Gown is missing label and is priced accordingly. True Haute Couture construction fully boned and lined in silk faille in the bodice...
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1950s Clothing Dresses Medium Sizes New Arrivals Pierre Balmain Shop All Showroom Store Vintage VINTAGE DRESSES VINTAGE EVENING WEAR
Gown
$ 4,988.00

Morphew Vintage

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacket With Mink Collar

Product Description MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each...
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1950s Clothing COCKTAIL STYLE Dresses Extra Small Sizes Lace New Arrivals Pierre Balmain Shop All Showroom Store Vintage VINTAGE DRESSES VINTAGE EVENING WEAR
Cocktail Dress
$ 4,888.00

Morphew Vintage

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress

Product Description MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each...
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1950s BRIDAL STYLE Clothing COCKTAIL STYLE Dresses Extra Small Sizes HAUTE COUTURE VINTAGE Morphew Southampton New Arrivals Pierre Balmain Shop All Shop all Bridal Showroom Store Vintage VINTAGE DRESSES VINTAGE EVENING WEAR
Cocktail Dress
$ 2,788.00

Morphew Vintage

1960S PIERRE BALMAIN Off White Rayon & Silk Crepe Modernist Gown With Draped Back Train

Product Description MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each...
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1960s Bridal BRIDAL STYLE Clothing Dresses MINIMAL STYLE Minimalc New Arrivals Pierre Balmain Shop All Shop all Bridal Showroom Small Sizes Store Vintage VINTAGE DRESSES VINTAGE EVENING WEAR
Gown
$ 1,788.00

Morphew Vintage

1990S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Rayon Jersey Long Sleeved Gown

Product Description MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each...
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1990s Clothing Dresses GOWNS STYLE New Arrivals New Vintage Pierre Balmain Shop All Showroom Store Vintage VINTAGE DRESSES VINTAGE EVENING WEAR
Gown
$ 1,788.00

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