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1970s Fashion

A Celebration of 1970s Jewellery

Balmain is a French luxury fashion house that was founded in 1945 by Pierre Balmain. The brand quickly gained fame for its elegant and feminine designs that epitomized Parisian chic. Over the years, the brand has evolved, and its aesthetic has become more contemporary and bold, while still maintaining its sophisticated and refined style.

Pierre Balmain was born in 1914 in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, France. After studying architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, he worked for various fashion houses, including Edward Molyneux and Lucien Lelong, before opening his own fashion house in 1945. Balmain quickly made a name for himself with his use of rich fabrics and intricate designs that highlighted the female form.

During the 1950s and 1960s, Balmain's designs were favored by movie stars and royalty alike. He dressed actresses such as Ava Gardner, Brigitte Bardot, and Sophia Loren, as well as Princess Grace of Monaco. His designs were characterized by their opulence, with hand-embroidered fabrics and ornate beading. Balmain's signature style was the nipped-in waist and full skirt, which accentuated the feminine form.

After Pierre Balmain's death in 1982, the fashion house went through a series of creative directors, each leaving their mark on the brand. In 1992, the young and talented designer Olivier Rousteing joined the house and quickly became the creative director in 2011. Since then, he has brought his fresh and modern approach to Balmain's classic style.

Rousteing's Balmain is characterized by bold prints, daring cut-outs, and body-hugging silhouettes. His designs have been favored by celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé, and Rihanna, who have all worn Balmain on the red carpet.

Balmain's jewelry line is just as stunning as its clothing. The brand's jewelry designs feature the same attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship as its clothing. Balmain's jewelry is characterized by bold, statement pieces that are made to be noticed. The brand's jewelry collection includes necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings, all of which feature the iconic Balmain logo.

Balmain's jewelry collection also includes pieces that feature the brand's signature hardware, such as its famous buttons and zippers. These pieces are made from high-quality materials such as gold and silver, and are designed to last a lifetime.

In recent years, Balmain has become known for its collaboration with H&M, which allowed more people to experience the brand's style and quality at a more accessible price point. The collaboration was highly successful, with many pieces selling out within hours of the release.

Today, Balmain is one of the most highly-regarded luxury fashion houses in the world. The brand's designs continue to be favored by celebrities and fashion lovers alike, and its jewelry line is no exception. Balmain's jewelry is timeless and elegant, and it perfectly embodies the brand's sophisticated and refined aesthetic.

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