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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's Bordeaux Biker Jacket and More!

2012-02-19T13:01:00.000-05:00

Beautiful Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was spotted at LAX Airport on February 18, 2012. She looks casual and gorgeous with her bordeaux leather jacket by Balenciaga. She compliments her look with a pair of Rag and Bone boots and gray skinny jeans. She is absolute perfection!

Shop the look:

Shortsleeve Tops by James Perse
Boots by Rag and Bone

Victoria Justice was spotted attending Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2012. She keeps warm in her Coach Kelly down jacket and accessorizes with her Balenciaga Classic Town in black. Also it seems like leopard print jeans are really in for this season! I have my eye on this lovely pair by Current/Elliot.

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by Current/Elliott
Boots by Belstaff

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Some New Style Redesigns for S/S 2012

2012-02-18T12:41:00.001-05:00

So not only we do we a huge change with the G12 Hardware (Mini Giant Hardware), some styles have gotten a revamp for S/S 12. Thought it would be fun to take a peek of before and afters!

The Classic Ballet Flat has been Bal fans'

main source of comfy shoes for the last couple of years.

Before:

Available here in Grenadine

After:

Available here in Glycine.

With fewer studs, thicker sole and a pointier toe.

Before:

The Balenciaga Covered Ballerina Flat had a thin sole..

After:

Balenciaga got smart by adding a thicker sole, a pointier toe

and removing a lot of the studs since they got damaged easily.

Balenciaga did a beautiful job with designing a
gorgeous wedge espadrille sandal for S/S 2011.

Before:
Left available here & Right available here

After:

In Gris Poivre available here

In Vert Poker available here

One the most fave messenger styles that Balenciaga came out with was the Folk:

Before:
Still available in black here

After:

It is now called the Neo Folk and it comes in both Classic Hardware here and G12 Hardware here!

Before:
The Classic Day has become a fave hobo style bag:

After:
Meet its new big sister.. a larger sized Day with a few minor tweaks!

Available at Alduca D'aosta

Nicky Hilton's Leather Biker Jacket at NYFW and More!

2012-02-11T21:25:00.000-05:00

Nicky Hilton looks ready for Valentine's Day as she attends the Charlotte Ronson Fall 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Stage at Lincoln Center in New York City on February 10, 2012. She looks fabulous while wearing a red lace dress with patent Louboutin pumps and a Proenza Schouler clutch. To cover up for the chilly weather, she throws on her Balenciaga motorcycle leather jacket. I love that her dress matches the red soles on her Loubs!

Shop the look:

Cocktail Dresses by Asos
Pumps by Christian Louboutin

Vanessa Hudgens was spotted arriving in Paris, France on February 11, 2012. The young actress was all smiles for her trip overseas to promote her new movie "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island." She keeps warm by wearing a black pea coat and uses her Balenciaga Weekender as her carryall.

Shop the look:

Day Dresses by Twelfth St. By Cynthia Vincent
Sandals by Franco Sarto

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Giveaway Sponsored by Sneakpeeq

2012-02-10T15:40:00.000-05:00

Sneakpeeq and lovebbags have partnered up to host a gift card giveaway!

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At this time this giveaway is only open to new Sneakpeeq users and US residents only.

Gisele Bundchen's Biker Jacket at Super Bowl

2012-02-06T13:10:00.003-05:00

Super model Gisele Bundchen was spotted giving a hug to hubby Tom Brady after his team lost at Super Bowl on February 5, 2012. Gisele keeps it pretty yet casual in an all black ensemble by pairing her Balenciaga leather biker jacket with a Chanel Classic Flap in lambskin leather. That's too bad for the NE Patriots!

Shop the look:

Tees by LOFT
Scarves & Wraps by Burberry

Hilary Duff's Giant 12 Rose Gold Work Bag and More

2012-02-01T13:58:00.003-05:00

Expectant Hilary Duff was spotted arriving at St. John’s Health Center in Los Angeles yesterday afternoon on January 31, 2012. She carries her brand new Balenciaga Black Giant 12 Rose Gold Work bag along with a reusable grocery tote.

Shop the look:

Leggings by Topshop
Totes by Balenciaga

Brad Pitt with partner Angelina Jolie was spotted on the red carpet at the SAG Awards on January 19, 2012. Brad looks mighty fine in his Balenciaga suit while Angelina wears a Jenny Packham gown. Hollywood's power couple always turn heads wherever they go!

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Eva Longoria's Rose Gold Hip Bag

2012-01-30T14:52:00.001-05:00

Beautiful Eva Longoria was spotted at the Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on January 29, 2012. She keeps it simple with a plain white tee and her J Brand Houlihan jeans while carrying a black Balenciaga Rose Hardware Gold Giant Hip bag. It's a great hands free bag especially for date night!

Shop the look:

Casual Pants by J Brand
Shoulder Bags by Balenciaga

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Kristen Wiig's Balenciaga Gown at SAG and More

2012-01-30T13:31:00.000-05:00

Bridesmaids' actress Kristen Wiig shines in Balenciaga at the 18th annual SAG Awards on January 29, 2012. She looks beautiful in a stunning yet simple Balenciaga halter gown. Kristen accessorizes by wearing shoes (not shown) and clutch also by Balenciaga. Her jewel encrusted choker is by Fred Leighton which actually caught my attention first!

Kim Kardashian was spotted at the Fred Segal store in Los Angeles on January 29, 2012. She looks sporty while showing off her curves in a Juicy Couture velour sweatsuit. She matches by carrying her Balenciaga black suede Classic City bag.

Shop the look:

Shortsleeve Tops by Dolce & Gabbana
Sandals by Havaianas

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Salma Hayek's Glaze Gold Fold Clutch

2012-01-21T17:32:00.000-05:00

Salma Hayek wows us in a black Gucci dress at the 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' Paris premiere on Friday January 20, 2012. She is wearing head to toe black including her Balenciaga patent Glaze Gold Fold Clutch.

Shop the look:

Mini Skirts by Carven
Boots by Brigitte Bailey

Kim Kardashian's Sahara Classic City and More

2012-01-20T16:23:00.000-05:00

Kim Kardashian was spotted making her way through LAX airport on January 19, 2012. Her outfit looks ready for spring as carried her lovely Sahara Classic City.

Shop the look:

Flare Denim by Rich & Skinny
Platforms by Giuseppe Zanotti

Nicole Richie was also spotted at LAX Airport the day before on January 18, 2012. She wears a furry coat along with her lovingly worn Balenciaga Classic City in black that we've seen her carry on and off for years.

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by J Brand
Boots at ModCloth

Vanessa Hudgens' Classic Weekender and More

2012-01-17T20:49:00.000-05:00

Vanessa Hudgens was spotted arriving at Sydney airport on January 17, 2012. The young actress kept her look casual by wearing a flowing maxi dress with a bright purple scarf. She uses her Balenciaga Classic Weekender as her carry on bag!

Shop the look:

Day Dresses by American Apparel
Sandals by Nine West

Irina Shayk was spotted visiting the D'Augostino grocery store in West Village earlier this week. She keeps herself warm by wearing a white fur coat with an over sized hood. She carries the largest size (A3) Balenciaga Papier Tote and it looks so very slouchy and broken in. It makes a beautiful casual tote and is still affordable at $1575!

Shop the look:

Coats by IRO
Boots by Frye

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Gisele Bundchen's Classic Weekender

2012-01-15T19:08:00.000-05:00

Gisele Bundchen was spotted bundled up in freezing cold Boston, MA on January 15, 2012. Her choice of bag is her lovingly worn black Classic Weekender. The Weekender makes a perfectly proportionate sized handbag for the taller ladies such as super model Gisele!

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by Marc by Marc Jacobs
Boots by Stuart Weitzman

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Sofia Vergara's Bordeaux Holiday Hamilton City

2012-01-12T23:09:00.000-05:00

Actress Sofia Vergara was spotted leaving a salon in Los Angeles, CA on January 11, 2012. She carries a stunning 2012 Holiday Hamilton City in Bordeaux with Mini Gold Giant Hardware! This is the first celeb spotting we've seen of the Holiday Hamilton collection and it is certainly gorgeous! I love this shade of Bordeaux; it is definitely a stunner!

Shop the look:

Longsleeve Tops by Michael Stars
Boots by Frye

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S/S 2012 Arrivals at Balenciaga Costa Mesa

2012-01-12T13:56:00.000-05:00

Steve from Balenciaga in South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, CA has sent out an emailing regarding what he has for S/S 2012 stock. You can reach him at: costamesascp.store@us.balenciaga.com with Attn Steve in the subject line or call him at the store 714-668-0557.

Here's what he wrote:

"The NEW S/S 2012 colors: Gris Poivre, Blue Cobalt, Violet, and Glycine. We also brought back Coquelicot and Dark Night.

And these last 4 colors (Gris Ciment, Blue Indigo, Rose Bruyere, and Rose Blush) will come later, maybe mid Feb. the earliest.

Of course I have Black, and Anthracite (I believe this will be the last season for the Anthracite).

Remember, this season we introduced the Mini Giant hardware on the styles of the City and larger. So if you do like the larger hardware, take advantage now because they are selling out quickly.

I have two new styles of the Panier collection.

I also have some new shoes (a lot of flats, sandals, and studs), and new ready-to-wear, including our Black leather lambskin motorcycle jacket with silver zippers. This is a 2012 jacket. I can send pictures of the shoes and clothing upon request.

Like always, let me know if you have any questions or need further pictures. Please try to specify the particular styles. AND PLEASE ASK FOR ME. I WILL TRY TO GET BACK TO YOU IN A TIMELY MANNER with any missed phone calls and emails you send.

I still have some sale left over. Maybe another week or two before we send it away.

Here is my schedule for the next week: Today off at 5:30pm, Friday 12:30pm – 9pm, Saturday 10am – 6pm, off Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday of next week. 1/17, 1/19 & 1/20 12:30pm – 9pm, and 1/21 10am – 5:30pm."

F/W 2012-2013 Runway Precollection

2012-01-11T21:54:00.001-05:00

Balenciaga continues to keep our interest by releasing photos for their F/W 2012-2013 precollection on their website! The upcoming season will consist of bright, bold colors and patterns which kind of gives off an 80's feel. Nonetheless it is still a very cool collection! Images via Balenciaga.com.

Ashley Tisdale's Moutarde Town

2012-01-09T23:25:00.003-05:00

Ashley Tisdale was spotted with new rumored beau Martin Johnson in Studio City, CA on January 8, 2012. She carries her S/S 2010 Moutarde Classic Town cross body style as her choice of handbag. She wears a colorful Grateful Dead tee that complements her mustard yellow Balenciaga bag.

Shop the look:

Cardigans by Topshop
Boots by Golden Goose

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Charlize Theron's A4 Papier Tote

2012-01-08T19:21:00.000-05:00

The always beautiful Charlize Theron was spotted at JFK Airport on November 27, 2011. She looks casual and gorgeous in a wool trench coat and black suede boots. Her choice of bag is a Balenciaga A4 sized Papier tote in black. Some have said that the calf skin leather on this particular collection is as luscious and soft as the lambskin leather!

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by Rag and Bone
Boots by Cole Haan

Kim Kardashian's Papyrus Rose Gold Hardware Velo

2012-01-03T18:35:00.001-05:00

Kim Kardashian was spotted headed to LAX airport on January 3, 2012. She debuts yet another new Balenciaga bag; a F/W 2011 Papyrus Rose Gold Giant Velo bag! Now is your chance to get in your final Giant Hardware purchases as they are not introducing it for the Spring 2012 bags except for the Brogues hardware (covered giant studs with perforated leather trim).

Shop the look:

Leggings by Topshop
Boots at Boutique to You

source celebrity-gossip.net

Roselyn Sánchez's Gold Giant Hardware Day

2012-01-02T14:55:00.000-05:00

Expectant actress Roselyn Sanchez was spotted shopping in a mall in Studio City, CA on November 22, 2011. Sanchez wears her lovingly worn black Balenciaga Gold Giant Hardware Day bag on her shoulder.

Shop the look:

Cardigans by Helmut Lang
Flats by Lanvin

It must be one of her favorite bags since she's been seen carrying it more than once. My favorite look of all is this one with her Gypsy05 ombre maxi dress and espadrille sandals!

source celebrity baby scoop and coolspotters

Most Popular Posts of 2011!

2012-01-01T22:20:00.000-05:00

I thought it would be fun to do a little reminiscing of Balenciaga and reflect on this blog for the past year. Here are the most popular blog posts from 2011 by category. I'm so excited to continue bringing you Balenciaga news and intel into 2012. Happy New Year to all my readers and thank you so much for your continued support!

Most popular personal post: "My First Giant City! Nuage with Rose Gold"

In this post I share with you my first Giant Hardware City purchase: S/S 2011 Nuage Rose Gold Giant City. I loved it for the first couple of months but in the end I sold her because it was too blue for me. I was expecting more lavender tones mixed with the light blue but it just didn't cut it for me. However, I really want the Holiday Hamilton Velo Bag in Glycine - a perfect shade of lavender for me!

Most popular new collection preview post: "Look at these new 2011 spring bags!"

S/S 2011 was a very highly anticipated collection especially since it was an amazing palette of pastel colors. My favorites for that particular season would be Grenadine, Ardoise and Nuage! It's always an exciting while we wait for the first glimpse of a new collection of accessories.

Most popular color post: "Is Fall 2011 Coquelicot a true red?"

No doubt red bags are a favorite among fashionistas. When Balenciaga introduced the stunning Coquelicot red it became the hit color of the year. In fact, Coquelicot was so popular that Balenciaga decided to continue it into Spring 2012! It is not too late to get your hands on this beautiful color in the Rose Gold Giant 12 City!

Most popular celebrities and Balenciaga: Kim & Kourtney Kardashian

The Kardashian clan are probably one of the most interesting reality show family of 2011. From Kim's fairytale wedding to quickie divorce from Kris Humphries and Kourtney's pregnancy announcement of her second child, they are no strangers to the tabloids. Always looking their best wherever they go, its no wonder the sisters are the most viewed celebrities carrying Balenciaga on this blog!

Most viewed color swatch: F/W 2011

F/W 2011 was a great season for Bal lovers. I've noticed the most popular colors of that season were Coquelicot, Papyrus, Bleu Lavande. Orange Brule, a beautifully caramel brown, also took us by surprise and became a hit when it was finally seen in real life. The least popular color that created practically no buzz at all was Champagne which was a very light yellow color. I can understand though since light colored leather bags are very hard to carry without staining quickly!

Anna Kournikova's Saddle Giant Work

2012-01-01T15:32:00.000-05:00

Beautiful tennis star Anna Kournikova was spotted shopping at Chanel in the Bal Harbour shops Miami, FL on November 28, 2011. Even though she is shopping in Chanel, she carries a gorgeous and beautifully distressed Saddle (or maybe even Automne?) Giant Silver Hardware Work bag. It is such a gorgeous caramel brown with divine leather!

I'd also like to wish all my readers a Happy and Healthy New Year! Cheers to a great 2012!

Shop the look:

Tanks by Victoria's Secret
Sunglasses by Tory Burch

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Kris Jenner's Suede Part Time Bag

2011-12-29T13:56:00.000-05:00

Kris Jenner and newly expectant daughter Kourtney Kardashian were spotted headed to lunch in Sherman Oaks, California on December 28, 2011. Mother and daughter were bag duos since both were carrying Balenciaga! Kris carries a black classic suede Part-Time bag and Kourtney carries a Square Tote which has been designated as Mason's baby bag.

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by Rag and Bone
Sunglasses by The Row

Petra Ecclestone's Suede Classic City

2011-12-24T13:44:00.002-05:00

Petra Ecclestone was spotted leaving Spago Restaurant in Beverly Hills after having lunch in Los Angeles, California back in April 10, 2011. The British-Croatian socialite has a casually chic style and carries a lovely Balenciaga suede Classic City.

Wishing all my readers: Happy Holidays!!!

Shop the look:

Skinny Denim by J Brand
Sunglasses by Ray-Ban

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"Giant 12" Arrivals on Balenciaga.com

2011-12-23T21:32:00.000-05:00

Balenciaga.com has new arrivals for some S/S 2012 bags and shoes. They are calling the new mini giant hardware "Giant 12" which sparks rumors that the mini giant hardware is staying for only 2012. The new colors available now on the website are Glycine, Bleu Cobalt, Coquelicot and Gris Poivre in certain styles. For more selection please contact your local Balenciaga boutique.

Glycine First Classic

Bleu Cobalt Classic First

Gris Poivre City Classic

Bleu Cobalt City Classic

Coquelicot City Classic

Glycine Work Classic

Bleu Cobalt Day Classic

Glycine Day Classic

Bleu Cobalt Part-Time Classic

Glycine Part-Time Classic

Bleu Cobalt Velo Classic

Bleu Cobalt Part-Time Silver Hardware (Giant 12)

Bleu Cobalt Part-Time Rose Gold Hardware (Giant 12)

Bleu Cobalt Velo Silver Hardware (Giant 12)

Bleu Cobalt Velo Rose Gold Hardware (Giant 12)

Bleu Cobalt Rose Gold Hardware (Giant 12)

Glycine Envelope Rose Gold Hardware (Giant 12)

Glycine Rose Gold Hardware Town (Giant 12)

Glycine Day Silver Hardware (Giant 12)

Glycine Flip Flop Sandal

Coquelicot Flip Flop Sandal

Coquelicot Brogues Ballerinas

Gris Poivre Wedge Espadrille

Lindsay Lohan's White Classic Work

2011-12-17T12:34:00.000-05:00

Lindsay Lohan was spotted shopping at Barney's New York in Beverly Hills on Friday, December 16, 2011. Looks like La Lohan is enjoying a celebratory shopping spree on her newly earned money from her Playboy magazine appearance which hit the newstands the same day. She brings out her lovely Balenciaga White Classic Work as her choice of shopping tote.

Shop the look:

Cropped Denim by Current/Elliott
Boots by Michael Kors

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