Pre-Owned Balenciaga — Authenticated Ready-to-Wear, Bags & Accessories | Old Fashioned Club
A Spanish house turned Parisian institution, Balenciaga has always stood for a particular kind of elegant radicalism. At Old Fashioned Club — a luxury pre-owned boutique founded in 2017 — we bring together authenticated Balenciaga pieces across ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories, for those who love the architecture of a garment as much as the boldness behind it. Every piece is selected, verified and supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
The heritage of the house of Balenciaga
Founded in 1919 by Cristóbal Balenciaga in San Sebastián, Spain, the house quickly expanded to Madrid and Barcelona before its founder, fleeing the Spanish Civil War, opened his Paris couture house in 1937 on Avenue George V. Admired by both Christian Dior and Coco Chanel, Cristóbal Balenciaga earned the title of "the couturier's couturier." His genius lay in an absolute command of cut and volume: he sculpted fabric around the body rather than constraining it. That architectural sensibility — clean lines, liberated silhouettes, a careful balance of rigour and freedom — remains the house's deepest signature, long after its founder's death in 1972.
The iconic pieces and lines
Balenciaga's contemporary revival owes much to Nicolas Ghesquière, artistic director from 1997 to 2012. He created the City bag (first known as the Motorcycle, or Le Dix), launched in 2001: supple lambskin, a slightly slouchy attitude, studded zips and tasseled lariats. Originally conceived as a runway prototype, it became a defining cult object of the 2000s. From 2015, under the creative direction of Demna (Demna Gvasalia), the house embraced a more streetwear and conceptual language: the Triple S sneaker, unveiled in 2017 with its hefty "dad shoe" sole, and the Hourglass bag with its distinctive curved base, rank among the most recognisable silhouettes of that era.
What you'll find pre-owned at Old Fashioned Club
Our Balenciaga edit spans the full breadth of the house. In leather goods, you'll find City bags and their motorcycle variations, Hourglass models, plus clutches and small leather goods. The ready-to-wear brings together sharply architectural tailoring, oversized jackets, knitwear and graphic silhouettes. Accessories — Triple S sneakers, belts, eyewear and scarves — round out the offer. Our showroom at 4 & 6 rue des Saussaies, 75008 Paris welcomes you to discover these pieces in person. You can also explore our wider edit of pre-owned luxury handbags.
Why buy Balenciaga pre-owned
Choosing Balenciaga second-hand means pairing desire with good judgement. It opens access to pieces that may no longer be in production — a City from a past season, an archival silhouette — while making your purchase part of a sustainable approach to fashion. Extending the life of a well-made garment or bag is a refusal of overconsumption and a vote for the "fair price": the true value of an exceptional piece, without the steep depreciation of buying new. At Old Fashioned Club, we believe in luxury that is passed on rather than discarded.
Authentication tips
Authenticating a Balenciaga takes experience. On City bags, we examine the quality of the lambskin, its characteristic suppleness, the regularity of the stitching, the zips and the metal plate, as well as the consistency of the mirror and key fob originally supplied. The authenticity card and the engraved serial number must match the model and its season. For ready-to-wear and sneakers, attention turns to interior labels, typography, sole finishing and the weight of the materials. Rather than relying on any single detail, entrust verification to experts: a convincing counterfeit often fools the untrained eye.
The Old Fashioned Club commitment
Formerly Égérie Paris, Old Fashioned Club treats reliability as a non-negotiable standard. Every Balenciaga piece is authenticated by our experts and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Delivery is complimentary, and our team is on hand at +33 6 83 09 50 01 or at our showroom, 4 & 6 rue des Saussaies in Paris. Our promise: pre-owned luxury that is understated, transparent and sustainable — where every acquisition is made with complete confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded Balenciaga and in what year?
The house was founded in 1919 by Spanish couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga in San Sebastián, later expanding to Madrid and Barcelona before opening its Paris couture house in 1937.
What is the Balenciaga City bag?
The City bag, first known as the Motorcycle or Le Dix, was created by Nicolas Ghesquière in 2001. Made of supple lambskin with studded zips and lariat tassels, it became a cult object of the 2000s.
Are the Balenciaga pieces sold at Old Fashioned Club authentic?
Yes. Every Balenciaga piece is authenticated by our experts and supplied with a certificate of authenticity. You are also welcome to view it in person at our Paris showroom.
What pre-owned Balenciaga can I find at Old Fashioned Club?
Our edit spans leather goods (City and Hourglass bags, clutches), ready-to-wear (tailoring, oversized jackets, knitwear) and accessories such as Triple S sneakers, belts and eyewear.
Why buy Balenciaga pre-owned rather than new?
Buying pre-owned gives access to pieces that may no longer be in stores, at a fair price, while supporting a sustainable approach to fashion that extends the life of exceptional pieces.