{"product_id":"balmain-fall-2018-runway-look-8-holographic-silver-quilted-jacket","title":"Balmain Fall 2018 Runway Look 8 Holographic Silver Quilted Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary runway-documented statement piece from \u003cstrong\u003eBalmain Fall\/Winter 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready-to-Wear, this holographic silver quilted jacket was presented as part of \u003cstrong\u003eLook 8\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eOlivier Rousteing\u003c\/strong\u003e’s futuristic collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Fall 2018, Rousteing imagined the Balmain woman transported into the future, developing a collection around the concept of what Balmain might look like in 2050. The runway explored holographic surfaces, PVC, latex, metallic finishes and iridescent materials while maintaining the unmistakable architectural shoulders and sharply controlled silhouettes associated with Rousteing-era Balmain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jacket is one of the collection's most immediately recognizable expressions of that vision. Constructed in an intensely reflective silver holographic fabric, the surface shifts through rainbow tones of blue, violet, green, pink and gold as it catches the light. Diamond quilting covers the body and upper sleeves, lending dimension and structure to the futuristic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silhouette is quintessential Balmain: dramatically structured shoulders, a fitted waist, collarless neckline and open front create the house's signature powerful, sculpted profile. Four oversized patch pockets—two at the chest and two at the hip—introduce a utilitarian, almost military influence while maintaining the jacket's highly polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide holographic cuffs contrast with the diamond quilting and are finished with five embossed silver-tone Balmain crest buttons at each wrist, an unmistakable house signature. Elaborate stitched borders trace the neckline, front opening, pockets and hem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Fall\/Winter 2018 runway, the jacket appeared in Look 8, styled as part of a complete holographic ensemble with coordinating quilted trousers and a graphic Balmain Paris top. The runway styling demonstrates how central this fabrication was to the season's futuristic narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly collectible example of Olivier Rousteing-era Balmain, the jacket works equally well as an archival fashion object or as an exceptionally dramatic contemporary statement jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Balmain\u003cbr\u003eCreative Director: Olivier Rousteing\u003cbr\u003eCollection: Fall\/Winter 2018 Ready-to-Wear\u003cbr\u003eRunway: Documented Look 8\u003cbr\u003eMade in: Italy\u003cbr\u003eTagged Size: 38\u003cbr\u003eApproximate US Size: US 4 \/ Small\u003cbr\u003eColor: Holographic Silver \/ Iridescent Silver\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Structured collarless quilted jacket\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Open front\u003cbr\u003ePockets: Four exterior patch pockets\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Silver-tone embossed Balmain crest cuff buttons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOuter: 94% Polyester, 6% Elastane\u003cbr\u003eLining: 52% Viscose, 48% Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured flat and doubled where appropriate. Garment photographed on a US size 4\/6 mannequin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder: approximately 15.5–16\"\u003cbr\u003eBust: approximately 36\"\u003cbr\u003eWaist: approximately 31–32\"\u003cbr\u003eHem: approximately 35\"\u003cbr\u003eSleeve length from shoulder: approximately 24\"\u003cbr\u003eUnderarm to cuff: approximately 17.5\"\u003cbr\u003eLength from shoulder to hem: approximately 21\"\u003cbr\u003eCuff width: approximately 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that measurements are approximate and the structured construction can affect measurements depending on how the garment is positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent pre-owned condition. Little to no visible signs of wear consistent with age and use. The holographic exterior remains exceptionally vibrant and reflective, quilting remains well defined, and Balmain hardware presents beautifully. Original Balmain retail hang tag remains attached inside the jacket as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fall 2018 Balmain collection represents one of Olivier Rousteing's most overtly futuristic runway statements. Vogue described the collection as an imagined Balmain of 2050, characterized by holographic materials, metallic tailoring and futuristic finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe runway documentation substantially increases the desirability of this example for collectors of archival Balmain, significant runway fashion and statement designer outerwear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Refined Concierge Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49783483990168,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/8763\/2536\/files\/balmain-fw18-look-8-holographic-silver-quilted-jacket-front.jpg?v=1788301638","url":"https:\/\/refined-consign.com\/products\/balmain-fall-2018-runway-look-8-holographic-silver-quilted-jacket","provider":"Refined Concierge Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}