12/09/2023
Did you know?
The first Balmain bag was designed in 1967. It was a small, structured bag made of leather and was named the "Balmain 16"
The Balmain 16 bag was popularized by Brigitte Bardot, who was often seen carrying it in the 1960s.
One interesting fact about Balmain bags is that they are often named after famous women.
For example, the Balmain Riviera bag is named after the Côte d'Azur, where Brigitte Bardot often vacationed. The Balmain Kelly bag is named after Grace Kelly, who was a muse for the house. And the Balmain Motorcycle bag is named after the biker aesthetic that was popular in the 1990s