2010s Balmain Military Jacket with Metal Braid Epaulettes and Cuffs
This weighty, embellished jacket was designed by Balmain during creative director Olivier Rousteing’s 14 year reign at the fashion house. Olivier’s “Balmain Army” was made up of a group of highly influential global icons who would wear his opulently embellished, bold silhouettes often imbued with pop culture and military influences. This jacket showcases many hallmarks of his time at the fashion house. Tailored from a thick black cotton-mix with a ribbed handle, it offers Balmain’s take on the hugely popular 2010s trend for military jackets - a trend that is returning in the 2020s. It has a high neckline, and slim-straight cut. There are four patch pockets with flaps that close with decadent gold-toned metal buttons engraved with “B”. The shoulders and cuffs are finished with epaulettes adorned with heavy, thick gold- and silver-toned metal braid.
The jacket is lined with a thick black crepe. The jacket is in excellent condition and looks barely worn. It is labelled a French 36, UK 8 or US 4 but sizes vary across brands so please double check our measurements below. The composition label reads 77% Lyocell, 20% Cotton, 3% Elastane with a lining of 97% Viscose, 3% Elastane. Our model's sizes are: Bust: 34" (87cm), Waist: 24" (61cm), Hips: 34.5" (88cm) and Height: 5' 7" (170cm). She's a size UK 6, US 2 and this fit her well with a little room to spare if needed.
MEASUREMENTS
BUST - 34 in. (86 cm)
WAIST - 32 in. (81 cm)
HIP - 38 in. (97 cm)
LENGTH - 31 in. (79 cm)
SHOULDERS - 17 in. (43 cm)
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F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website. We have an extensive offline collection. It is helpful if you can let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear. You may also wish to bring favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying-on, or gold and silver. We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look. Many of which are also for sale.
Do you have a price range?
Many of our lower priced pieces, under £250, are not available to buy online. Dresses usually start at £150 and go up to £30,000 for the very best archival couture. Our bridalwear price points range from £1,000 to £20,000.
Can I bring anyone with me?
Yes but please do let us know the size of your party in advance.
Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
Do you have an after-care service?
We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage purchases and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
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Our address is Circa Vintage, 87A Lansdowne Way London SW8 2PB
Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
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What is archival fashion?
Archival fashion refers to historically significant designer garments preserved for their cultural, aesthetic, or technical importance. At Circa, archival fashion includes couture archive pieces, runway garments, early designer work, and museum-quality vintage that document the evolution of fashion history.
How is archival fashion different from vintage?
While vintage typically describes clothing over 20 years old, archival vintage is selected for its rarity, provenance, and relevance to a designer’s archive or fashion history. Circa specialises in archival pieces rather than general vintage.