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

Dolce & Gabbana, Balmain, Etro and Stella McCartney are among the brands showcased in a Saks Fifth Avenue storefront within Amazon’s Luxury Stores section, which it started in 2020 to showcase higher-end goods.

From The Wall Street Journal

Australian label Aje's catwalk was full of delightful fringed pieces, whilst Balmain's models graced the runway with huge, suede messenger bags.

From BBC

Star designer Olivier Rousteing announced Wednesday he was quitting as artistic director of French fashion house Balmain after 14 years in which he revolutionised the luxury group.

From Barron's

"I am leaving Balmain with my eyes still wide open -- open to the future and to the beautiful adventures to come."

From Barron's

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