{"product_id":"balenciaga-giant-city-turquoise","title":"Balenciaga Giant City Turquoise","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"15\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"15\"\u003eThe Archive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eAn icon of the late-2000s \"It Bag\" era, the Balenciaga Giant City became one of the most sought-after handbags under Nicolas Ghesquière's creative direction. Introduced as a bold evolution of the original City Bag, the Giant hardware collection elevated the signature design with oversized textured studs and buckles, creating a more architectural and statement-making silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eRendered in a striking turquoise leather with Palladium Giant hardware, this 2009 Le City perfectly captures the effortless cool that made Balenciaga the handbag of choice for fashion insiders, editors, and celebrities. The leather has developed the soft, broken-in character collectors love, while retaining the slouch and relaxed silhouette that defines authentic Balenciaga craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4c2xy2\" data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eBalenciaga Giant Le City\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lzswgm\" data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eYear: 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xi3eq0\" data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eTurquoise Agneau Lambskin Leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wux7ra\" data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eGiant Palladium Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qyjjbs\" data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eDual Braided Leather Top Handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r3h0nv\" data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eRemovable Shoulder Strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z6hii4\" data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eFront Zip Pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10oj9ht\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eTop Zip Closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pdaf0e\" data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eLeather-Framed Mirror Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w1w7wd\" data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eInterior Zip Pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x6xfor\" data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sszla\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eEntrupy Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ij3vgy\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eLength: 14.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x7btnx\" data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eHeight: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ou0rag\" data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eDepth: 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w8u1g7\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eTop Handle Drop: 5.4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9rn67h\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eRemovable Strap Drop: 9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9rn67h\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eMirror Included \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e Good vintage condition. 7.8\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"prebv1\" data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eBeautifully softened lambskin with the signature Balenciaga slouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kdkfos\" data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eLeather displays attractive natural distressing and patina throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16ujoo2\" data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eLight wear to corners and edges consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mrl4ub\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eA few small surface marks visible on one side panel (shown in photos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mn4k26\" data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eMinor discoloration near one handle attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vze59f\" data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eGiant Palladium hardware remains bright with light surface wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"echv5y\" data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eHandles remain structurally sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s7bckp\" data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eIncludes the original leather-framed mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tg6tw1\" data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eClean overall presentation with excellent structure for its age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eCurator's Perspective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eCollectors continue to seek out Nicolas Ghesquière-era Balenciaga bags, particularly the Giant Hardware collection, which was only produced for a relatively short period before the house shifted toward cleaner, more minimalist designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2640\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe saturated turquoise leather paired with oversized Palladium hardware gives this Le City an unmistakable early-2000s aesthetic that feels remarkably current again. As fashion continues embracing archival pieces from the Y2K era, authentic Giant City bags in vibrant colors have become increasingly difficult to source. Complete with its original mirror, this is an exceptional example for collectors who appreciate one of the defining handbags of modern fashion history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balenciaga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48942810661120,"sku":null,"price":1669.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/3767\/7312\/files\/IMG_9137.jpg?v=1783365037","url":"https:\/\/thestilstyle.com\/products\/balenciaga-giant-city-turquoise","provider":"thestilstyle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}