{"product_id":"balenciaga-city-giant-12-part-time-black","title":"(VERY RARE) Balenciaga City Giant 12 Part Time in Agneau Leather \u0026 Silver Hardware 2-Way Bag - Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Midnight Muse”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Balenciaga dust bag, original tags and cards, detachable shoulder strap, original leather-framed mirror, and LegitApp Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Balenciaga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Giant 12 Silver Part Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distressed lambskin leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Giant 12 silver-tone hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Motorcycle Bag \/ Part Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Top zip fastening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double rolled leather top handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Detachable leather shoulder strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExterior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front zip pocket with leather tassel detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Main compartment with interior zip pocket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMirror:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Matching detachable leather-framed mirror\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Measurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 42 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 21 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 18 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBag Story: \u003c\/strong\u003eFew bags capture the effortlessly rebellious spirit of early-2000s fashion quite like the Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst introduced during Nicolas Ghesquière's celebrated tenure at Balenciaga, the Motorcycle collection became one of the most recognisable handbag families of its generation. With its beautifully distressed leather, relaxed silhouettes, distinctive buckles and signature hardware, the collection challenged the idea that luxury handbags had to be structured, polished or overly formal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the collection's most beloved silhouettes, offering a slightly elongated, spacious alternative to the iconic City. Its wider proportions, double rolled handles and detachable shoulder strap give it that perfect balance of practicality and effortless style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular version features the coveted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiant 12 silver-tone hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a more refined interpretation of Balenciaga's earlier oversized Giant hardware. The distinctive silver studs, buckles and zippers create a beautiful contrast against the supple black lambskin leather, giving the bag its unmistakable motorcycle-inspired character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd perhaps that's what makes vintage Balenciaga so special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's something wonderfully effortless about these bags. They were never meant to look overly precious or rigid. The naturally distressed leather, relaxed shape and slightly undone aesthetic are precisely what made them so desirable—and why they continue to attract collectors today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black and silver combination is especially timeless. It's understated enough for everyday wear, yet carries all the attitude and character associated with the house's iconic Motorcycle era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this particular piece even more special is its exceptional preservation. Complete with its original dust bag, tags, cards, detachable strap and mirror, it offers a lovely opportunity to own a beautifully maintained example of one of Balenciaga's most recognisable archival silhouettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little rebellious, effortlessly cool, and unmistakably Balenciaga.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Disclaimer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent, like-new vintage condition. \u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful Balenciaga Part Time has been exceptionally well preserved and remains in remarkable overall condition, with barely noticeable signs of previous use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black lambskin leather presents beautifully, retaining its characteristic distressed texture and supple finish. There are only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every minor, barely noticeable rubs to some of the corners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which do not significantly detract from the bag's overall appearance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bag remains in excellent condition throughout, with its distinctive silhouette and Giant 12 silver-tone hardware presenting beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanying original accessories, including the detachable shoulder strap, matching mirror, original dust bag, tags and cards, further enhance the appeal of this exceptionally well-kept vintage piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall, a stunning example of a Balenciaga Giant 12 Part Time in excellent, near-new condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all pre-loved and vintage pieces, minor signs of age, storage and previous use may be present. We encourage you to review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Disclaimer: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce Dear is not affiliated with, associated with, endorsed by, or an authorised retailer of Balenciaga. All brand names, trademarks and product names remain the property of their respective owners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balenciaga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67771811201133,"sku":null,"price":1109.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/5370\/9165\/files\/EDB74505-9F5D-44DE-AAD7-8E748BBB6615.jpg?v=1792230583","url":"https:\/\/once-dear.myshopify.com\/products\/balenciaga-city-giant-12-part-time-black","provider":"Once Dear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}