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History of Balenciaga’s Motorcycle and City Bag

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One of the most recognized luxury brands in the world, Balenciaga was founded by Spanish designer Christobal Balenciaga in 1919. When forced to close his stores due to the Spanish War, Balenciaga relocated to Paris. It comes as no surprise that Balenciaga’s success was nearly immediate with the press referring to him as a revolutionary. His designs were in high demand with customers risking their safety by traveling to Europe to catch a glimpse of his latest creations.

A Look At The Classic Balenciaga City Bag and How to Choose Yours

The Classic Balenciaga City Bag (previously known as the Motorcycle Bag or the more hip term, the Balenciaga Moto Bag) was introduced in 2001. Balenciaga was not a fan of the original design, calling it too structureless compared to other handbags on the market. As a result, the fashion house released a very limited edition with only 25 samples sent exclusively to models, such as Kate Moss, and fashion editors as well. With celebrities such the Olsen twins, Nicole Richie, Sienna Miller and Katie Holmes photographed toting the bag, it quickly became the “must have” bag. Besides the celebrity factor, what is it about the Balenciaga City Bag that makes fashionistas everywhere desire one?

Balenciaga’s Classic City Bag Features:

  • 9 different colors and designs. With so many options and sizes there is SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
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  • Sturdy looking with grained, croc, embossed or metallic calfskin leather.
  • Made from three different types of leather including goatskin, lambskin or calfskin.
  • The hardware comes in regular hardware or the G12 stud. Colors include brass, gold, pale gold, or silver.
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  • Tassels and pull tabs - stop fumbling to open the pockets on your bag. The tassels and pull tabs make it easier.
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  • Different size options for the bag. Their size can vary depending on the version. (See below for more details).
  • Two top handles, which makes it easy to grip the bag
  • With the city bag out of production this year, the bag has stood the test of time. The demand for the bag has kept it a staple in a fashion lover’s closet, making it more difficult to find. By purchasing the bag on Buyma you will have a number of options to choose from. You can also rest easy with Buyma’s authenticity guarantee, as well as knowing it is the best place to find authentic Balenciaga bags for less.

    Different Balenciaga City Bag Sizes

  • Hip: 14H x 20W x 4D cm
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  • Mini city: 16H x 25W x 10D cm
  • Small City:  21H x 30W x 10D cm
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  • Classic City: 25H x 38W x 13D cm
  • Town: 24H x 34W x 8D cm
  • Velo: 28H x 34W x17D cm
  • Part Time:  23H x 43W x 18D cm
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  • Day: 35H x 36W x 12D cm
  • Work: 30H x 45W x19D cm
  • Weekender: 38H x 50W 22D cm
  • Features that will make the Balenciaga Bag Your Favorite Bag:

  • The bag is secure. It has zippers, compartments and a fastening feature
  • Lightweight
  • Functional
  • Leather materials are durable and long lasting
  • No big logos
  • There are so many options, colors, and styles to choose from, it’s difficult to pick just one. Here are our favorite sizes and uses of the bag.

    Cost of the Balenciaga City Bag

    The Balenciaga bag is an investment with the average price costing more than $1,000. Due to the number of sizes, colors, and hardware options, prices vary quite a bit.  Purchasing the bag on Buyma not only guarantees authenticity but the prices are lower as well with prices starting as low as $567. Take a look at all your options for the Balenciaga City or Balenciaga Moto bags here. This bag holds its value well if you purchase it as an investment.

    Authentic Balenciaga Bags at Buyma

    With so many options for the Balenciaga bag, making sure it is authentic can be a challenge. To find the best authentic bags for less, Buyma is the place to shop. Buyma is an online reseller of luxury brand items and every piece sold is guaranteed as authentic. You can make the purchase without hesitation or concern since you know the item is real.

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