Collection: Balmain

Balmain was founded in 1945 by Pierre Balmain. From the outset, Monsieur Balmain’s boldly feminine and opulent signature style offered a startling contrast to the utilitarian looks of the day, creating a distinctive, super-feminine DNA for the house, which relied on richly embroidered fabrics, nipped-in waists and longer, often fuller skirts—and quickly transforming the Parisian house into a favorite of both European and Hollywood royalty.  

Today the Creative Director of Balmain is Olivier Rousteing in which much of hiss runway is inspired by the confidence of the men and women of today’s Balmain Army. Their impressive force is reflected in each of the house’s offerings—forming part of Balmain’s essential DNA. It’s clear that the same spirit has been channelled into Balmain’s designer sunglasses.

Akoni x Balmain

Olivier Rousteing and Swiss eyewear brand Akoni have been working for close to a year to create Balmain’s first ultra-luxe collection of made-in-Japan sunglasses.

Akoni’s new collection for Balmain is clearly in line with the singular DNA and easily recognized codes of the historic Parisian house. The strong, often audacious, style of the new collection reflects the assertive, confident spirit of today’s Balmain Army. The many gold touches recall Pierre Balmain’s signature golden medallions and filled buttons as well as the importance that the rich tone has in every one of Olivier Rousteing’s runways. The intricate details and high level of craftsmanship echo that of Balmain’s famed ateliers.