{"product_id":"balenciaga-classic-city-leather-bag-reddish-brown","title":"Balenciaga Classic City Leather Bag —Brown","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-openai-rich-text-insertion=\"blocks\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Archive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalenciaga’s City bag traces its origins to 2001, when the motorcycle-inspired design introduced a relaxed alternative to more structured handbags. Its distinctive combination of supple leather, small studs, buckle details and long leather zipper pulls became central to the City’s identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reddish-brown example brings those elements together in a softly structured silhouette. Whipstitched double handles frame the top, while the front zip pocket and buckled lower corners add definition. Long leather tassels provide movement, and the detachable shoulder strap offers another way to carry the bag. The matching leather-framed mirror repeats the bag’s understated, practical approach to detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Balenciaga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic City Motorcycle Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra\/Year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Exact Production Year Unconfirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leather — Exact Leather Type Unconfirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antiqued Brass-Tone \/ Dark Metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Top Zip Closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap Drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond Strap Drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Entrupy Verified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report 7.9\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brown leather shows a pronounced crackled texture, creasing and variations in color and sheen throughout. Rubbing and lighter surface wear are visible along the upper trim, pocket surround, piping and lower corners, with darker areas around portions of the base and folds. The body has softened into a relaxed silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rolled handles show rubbing and darkening, particularly along the grips and whipstitched sections. The leather lacing shows abrasion and fraying, with small loose fibers visible near the handle attachments. The detachable shoulder strap and shoulder pad show creasing, rubbing and edge wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe long leather tassels show curling, creasing and wear along portions of their edges. Studs, buckles, rings, clips and zipper hardware have an aged finish with surface scratches and variations in tone. The black textile interior shows folding and light surface wear. The matching leather-framed mirror and detachable strap are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurator’s Perspective\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrown leather has depth, while the long tassels and softly folded body give the bag an easy, expressive character. Small metal studs and buckles provide definition without overwhelming the silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI would pair it with washed denim, cream knitwear or a charcoal coat. The double handles and detachable strap make it adaptable to different outfits, while the matching mirror adds a characteristic City detail for collectors who appreciate the design’s original accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balenciaga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50799415623936,"sku":null,"price":1739.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/3767\/7312\/files\/IMG_6848_5d6f4842-25d8-415a-a3e6-b4f810b87921.jpg?v=1793084059","url":"https:\/\/thestilstyle.com\/products\/balenciaga-classic-city-leather-bag-reddish-brown","provider":"thestilstyle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}