Balenciaga is a Spanish design house founded by Cristobal Balenciaga in 1914. Historically known for his fine couturier and eccentric “bubble skirts,” Balenciaga influenced designers like Coco Chanel and Christian Dior.Alexander Wang is the Creative Director for Balenciaga, and you can see his influence in these moto-chic bags. These bags have been seen on countless celebrities and fashionistas, including Sienna Miller and Emmanuelle Alt, the editor-in-chief of Vogue Paris.So turn up the music and rock some of these amazing handbags!
The Classic City bag is the one most commonly slung around the arms of celebrities in LA, New York, London, and worldwide. Made in “motorcycle style,” its long tassel zip pulls and metal hardware evoke scenes of backstage drama through the changing eras of rock n’ roll from the 1950s onward.This bag is “Kate Moss meets Bowie.” It’s leather-on-leather. Pair it with this season’s leather leggings and you’ll be mistaken for a model off duty who’s running to her boyfriend’s concert. Or you’ll be New York City’s next big thing. But that wouldn’t be so bad, would it?The City bag comes in many beautiful colors, all leather, including red and forest green.The Balenciaga Classic Mini City is a smaller version of the City bag, but it’s just as rock n’ roll. These rough leather bags are all about the urban rebel in you. The metal hardware accents add a little utility to the look, and there is a zippered outer pocket with long tassel pulls.The Classic Small City has been added in the later stage. So there are now three sizes for this iconic style.
Balenciaga Classic City Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Classic Nano City Bag in Normal Leather | $1150 USD, €845 euro, £675 GBP, $8800 HKD, ¥132000 JPY |
Balenciaga Classic Mini City Bag in Normal Leather | $1395 USD, €1045 euro, £845 GBP, $10900 HKD, $2035 AUD, ¥156600 JPY, ¥10580 CNY |
Balenciaga Classic Small City Bag in Normal Leather | $1795 USD, €1395 euro, £1135 GBP, $13400 HKD, $2500 AUD, ¥218160 JPY, ¥13150 CNY |
Balenciaga Classic City Bag in Normal Leather | $1950 USD, €1495 euro, £1195 GBP, $15000 HKD, $2800 AUD, ¥224640 JPY, ¥14290 CNY |
Balenciaga Classic XL City Bag in Normal Leather | $2150 USD, €1695 euro, £1285 GBP, $2980 SGD, $16500 HKD, $3080 AUD, ¥229000 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Classic Nano City Bag | 7’ x 4.5’ x 2.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic Mini City Bag | 9.4’ x 6.2’ x 3.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic City S Bag (Small) | 11.7’ x 7.8’ x 3.9’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic City Bag | 14.8’ x 9.4’ x 5.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic City XL Bag | 20.5’ x 13.5’ x 8’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Blackout City Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenicaga Blackout City S Bag (Small) in Normal Leather | $2450 USD, €1950 euro, £1545 GBP, $20200 HKD, $3770 AUD, ¥327240 JPY, ¥17680 CNY |
Balenciaga Blackout City Bag in Normal Leather | $2950 USD, €2350 euro, £1855 GBP, $24300 HKD, $4530 AUD, ¥394200 JPY, ¥21300 CNY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Blackout Blackout City S Bag (Small) | 11.7′ x 7′ x 4.7′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Blackout Blackout City bag | 14.8′ x 9.8′ x 5.8′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge Mini City Bag in Normal Leather | $1195 USD, €1195 euro, £965 GBP, $12700 HKD, $2450 AUD, ¥17500 JPY, ¥12350 CNY |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City S Bag in Normal Leather | $2050 USD, €1595 euro, £1285 GBP, $16200 HKD, $3020 AUD, ¥251640 JPY, ¥16170 CNY |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City Bag in Normal Leather | $2150 USD, €1695 euro, £1360 GBP, $17500 HKD, $3265 AUD, ¥267840 JPY, ¥17070 CNY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge Mini City Bag | 9.4′ x 6.2′ x 3.5′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City S Bag (Small) | 11.7′ x 7.8′ x 3.9′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic Metallic Edge City Bag | 14.8’ x 9.4’ x 5.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Giant 12 City Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Giant 12 Mini City Bag in Normal Leather | $1450 USD, €1045 euro, £785 GBP, $11500 HKD, $2145 AUD, ¥165240 JPY, ¥11170 CNY |
Balenciaga Giant 12 City S Bag (Small) in Normal Leather | $1835 USD, €1395 euro, £1035 GBP, $15000 HKD, $2890 AUD, ¥234360 JPY, ¥14290 CNY |
Balenciaga Giant 12 City Bag in Normal Leather | $1995 USD, €1595 euro, £1225 GBP, $16200 HKD, $3020 AUD, ¥240840 JPY, ¥16170 CNY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Giant 12 Mini City Bag | 9′ x 6.2′ x 3.5′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Giant 12 City S Bag (Small) | 11.3′ x 7.4′ x 3.9′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Giant 12 City Bag | 14.8’ x 9.4’ x 5.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Ah, the Classic First bag from Balenciaga. It’s the most iconic bag, and it’s inspired similar models like the City and Mini City. The shape is unique to Balenciaga, with that classic dip of soft leather below the studded handles, and the pinched sides. The zippered outer compartment design, with long tassel pulls and metal hardware is also replicated in the City and Mini City, but this is the original motorcycle bag. It’s sexy, rebellious, and can stand up to all trials!The Classic First is a handbag and a cross body, as it comes with an adjustable, removable shoulder strap. Perfect for swinging to your hip as you jump on the back of a motorcycle.
Balenciaga Classic First Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Classic First Bag in Normal Leather | $1685 USD, €1295 euro, £1025 GBP, $13800 HKD, $2660 AUD, ¥208440 JPY, ¥13050 CNY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Classic First Bag | 13.1’ x 7.4’ x2.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga is certainly consistent. The style of the Classic Town is much like the Classic First, Classic City, Mini City, and the Giant 12. Although it has the same outer zip pocket and metal details, this bag has a different shape and a long, wide leather shoulder strap.Blending the Classic First with the Classic City, Balenciaga brings you the Classic Town in many rich, gorgeous colors, like the royal purple seen above.
Balenciaga Classic Town Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Classic Town Bag in Normal Leather | $1765 USD, €1345 euro, £1050 GBP, $14400 HKD, $2660 AUD, ¥216000 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Classic Town Bag | 13.3′ x 9.4′ x 2.7′ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Classic Traveler Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices |
Balenciaga Classic Traveler Bag in Normal Leather | $1765 USD, €1345 euro, £1045 GBP, $14400 HKD, $2960 AUD, ¥216000 JPY, ¥13670 CNY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Classic Traveler Bag | 13.6’ x 14.8’ x 3.5’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Mini Cartable Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices (Okt 2016) |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Mini Cartable Bag in Normal Leather | $1935 USD, €1295 euro, £1075 GBP, $15800 HKD, $2770 AUD, ¥222480 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Mini Cartable Bag | 7.4’ x 7’ x 4.3’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Courier Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices (Okt 2016) |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Courier Bag in Normal Leather | $1975 USD, €1345 euro, £1095 GBP, $15800 HKD, $2770 AUD, ¥235440 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Courier Bag | 10.9’ x7.4’ x 3.9’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cartable S Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices (Okt 2016) |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cartable S Bag in Normal Leather | $2225 USD, €1495 euro, £1245 GBP, $18200 HKD, $3190 AUD, ¥258120 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cartable S Bag | 9.4’ x 7.8’ x 3.6’ (W x H x D) inches |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cabas Bag Prices
Styles | Latest Prices (March 2017) |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cabas Bag in Normal Leather | $2225 USD, €1545 euro, £1245 GBP, $18200 HKD, $3190 AUD, ¥258120 JPY |
Sizes |
Balenciaga Le Dix Soft Cabas Bag | 14.4’ x 10.1’ x 4.9’ (W x H x D) inches |
Celine Large Cabas Phantom Bag | 14′ x 11′ x 8′ inches |
Balenciaga Le Dix And Giant 12 Comparison
Wow, what a difference! For
Balenciaga’s “Le Dix” collection, the designer has replaced the distressed leather of the Classic and Giant bags with a smooth, thick leather. The rigid and square shapes of the Le Dix line are hot this season, especially with a simple gold clasp almost in the Hermès style. The handle and mirrors are something to be marveled at! Such a simple and elegant style can be worn by anyone – even if they have a little Balenciaga rebel left in them!The “giant” bags are named for their large metal studs and include styles like the City, the First, the Weekender, and the Day bag. Le dix bags are named after the first flagship boutique on 10 Avenue George V in Paris, and are modeled after vintage ladies’ handbags.Balenciaga is going back to their roots with these amazing vintage treasures. Right now, the only bags that are available are Le Dix Zip Cartable, Le Dix Cartable M, and Le Dix Cartable S. All three bag styles can be personalized with an engraved message of your choice on the signature key-ring mirror. This option is only available for Le Dix bag styles. Each bag also comes with an adjustable and removable shoulder strap. There’s really no reason not to invest in this timeless classic!
The Classic Work bag is for the professional. Its square shape and handles are more like a briefcase and it’s the perfect size for an iPad and any notebooks you might carry around.But don’t be fooled. It still has that Balenciaga look, with all of the unmistakable details. Any working woman with a Balenciaga Classic Work bag is going to be a little bit more mischievous than her co-workers!
Balenciaga Classic Work Bag Prices
Prices as per Oktober 2014: Normal leather; $1695 USD, €1375 euro
An absolutely gorgeous bag for all occasions! Long and sleek, the bag’s body has just one interior pocket, but it’s enough for all of your daily essentials. With a beautiful thick leather handle attached by metal hardware, you can sling this bag over your shoulder and be ready to go.And hey, maybe you can break the rules a little bit, and take your Classic Day bag for a night on the town!
Balenciaga Classic Day Bag Prices
Prices as per Oktober 2014: Normal leather; $1145 USD, €825 euro
A hybrid between the City Bag and the Work Bag, this bag has all of the signature Balenciaga details. It’s a weekender, which means it’s going to be big enough to carry a sweater, a scarf, and maybe a pair of flats tucked away in the bottom.What are Balenciaga weekenders for? Going on tour, of course! This bag and your guitar are all you really need for the next weekend.
Balenciaga Classic Weekender Bag Prices
Prices as per Oktober 2014: Normal leather; $1595 USD, €1175 euro
The Part-time bag has a sense of humor. It’s half the size of the Classic Work bag, which means you’ll be needing half of everything else, too. This bag is perfect for those casual days, when all you need is your phone, because you’re going to lunch with friends from out-of-town and you couldn’t possibly think about work!The Part-time also has the classic shape of the City bag, so you can be a part-time urban adventurer, and a full-time fashionista!
Balenciaga Part-time Bag Prices
Prices as per Oktober 2014: Normal leather; $1595 USD, €1175 euro
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Hi ,
I am a balenciaga lover , I have the Balenciaga Classic City bag and planning to add on the Balenciaga Classic Metalic City Edge (Small). Where will you recommend to buy ? London / Europe with a higher rate for VAT claim .
I got a bad experience in my recent trip VAT claim in London for my Chanel / Dior bags . They would not let me claim through my CC and required me to get cash instead . In the boutique, I filled up the CC refund option though .
Really hope to hear your opinion and guidance .
Thank you !
The issue whether you get cash or CC depends on the company you process your tax-refund. Cash might be even better than CC, maybe less money, but then again if something happens that you don’t get credited, there is no hassle anymore. We have the vat refund rate covered here: https://www.bragmybag.com/vat-refund-rate-in-europe/
For a Balenciaga Giant 12 City, how many kinds of leather do they have? What is the price?
Hi Ann, the reason we don’t talk about the Balenciaga City Bag leather is because they can change every year. The price for the Balenciaga Giant 12 city bag is the latest above:
the normal size is priced at: $1835 USD, €1395 euro, £1035 GBP. This bag is available in lambskin.