Balmain - Collections

Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, spring and summer 2009. ”Rock chic”   The essence of the ”rock chic” phenomenon that catapulted the house of Balmain back to the high end fashion elite: Crystal-studded, strappy sandals, torn, washed-out jeans, jackets with pointy shoulders, with a stone and metal embellishment through-out the collection.   Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, spring and summer 2010. ”Military chic” The following year, Decarnin turned even more fashionistas’ heads around with the arrival of an even edgier look with clear military references: Big metal buttons, huge epaulettes and army green used for many items in the collection.    Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, his last collection, fall and winter 2011 <> <> Even though this collection had its elaborate embroideries, sexy boots and short dresses, Decarnins last collection also showed a more classic and feminine style in his favourite colours black, gold and silver.   Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012Olivier Rousteing for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012  His first collection for Balmain, Olivier Rousteing revealed even more classic styles than seen in recent years, which showed respect for the brand’s original DNA.   BALMAIN SS09 BALMAIN SS10 BALMAIN SS12 Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012 Olivier Roustieng for Balmain, his first collection spring and summer 2012