Balmain

American

[bal-man] / balˈmɛ̃ /

noun

Pierre (Alexandre) 1914–82, French fashion designer.

Balmain British

/ balmɛ̃ /

noun

Pierre Alexandre (pjɛr alɛksɑ̃drə). 1914–82, French couturier

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As of Monday, the Saks storefront was still on Amazon and showcasing goods from Balmain, Lanvin, Dolce & Gabbana and other designers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 2, 2026

Rousteing is credited with transforming Balmain from an exclusive club to a must-have label for the global jet-set, drawing in top models, athletes and stars such as his friend Kardashian.

From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2025

Citrusy notes of Buddha’s hand, bergamot and cédrat burst from Balmain Beauty’s newest eau de parfum, Blanc Galaxie.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2025

Sarries, who started with a quartet of England players in an effort to boost their play-off chances, suffered an early setback as prop forward Fraser Balmain was carried off injured in the opening minute.

From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2025

The spear was extracted with much skill by Mr. Balmain, one of the assistant-surgeons of the hospital, who immediately pronounced the wound not mortal.

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