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Condition

Good

Color

Beige

Material

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Category

Handbags

An original Nicolas Ghesquière-era Balenciaga Classic First (ref. 103208), the compact member of the Motorcycle line that defined the early-2000s It-bag. This is not the 2024 Le City reissue. It is the original First, with full-length whipstitched handles, long leather tassel pulls, Classic aged-brass studs and buckles, and the original leather-framed mirror. The cream colour is now one of the hardest Firsts to find complete. Pale Ghesquière-era leather rarely survives with its mirror, and this one has the soft, slouchy drape collectors want, which new production can't replicate. Details • Model: Classic First, ref. 103208 • Leather: distressed lambskin, cream • Hardware: Classic aged brass (studs, buckles, rings, hooks) • Closure: top zip; exterior front zip pocket • Interior: black canvas lining, one zip pocket, engraved Balenciaga Paris plate • Carry: two rolled whipstitched top handles; detachable shoulder strap • Made in Italy Included: detachable shoulder strap, original leather-framed mirror Condition: Good, with honest vintage wear, all photographed • Handles: darkening from use, with small green transfer marks on the handles and handle tabs • Body: light yellowish tone near one side panel; faint marks consistent with age • Corners: greying and scuffing on one base corner • Mirror: light marks on the leather back, one small green mark; glass intact • Zips run smoothly, hardware is secure, lining is clean, and the structure holds its shape