(VERY RARE) Balenciaga City Giant 12 Part Time in Agneau Leather & Silver Hardware 2-Way Bag - Black

“The Midnight Muse”

Inclusions: Original Balenciaga dust bag, original tags and cards, detachable shoulder strap, original leather-framed mirror, and LegitApp Certificate of Authenticity.

Details

Brand: Balenciaga
Model: Giant 12 Silver Part Time
Colour: Black
Material: Distressed lambskin leather
Hardware: Giant 12 silver-tone hardware
Style: Motorcycle Bag / Part Time
Closure: Top zip fastening
Handles: Double rolled leather top handles
Strap: Detachable leather shoulder strap
Exterior: Front zip pocket with leather tassel detailing
Interior: Main compartment with interior zip pocket
Mirror: Matching detachable leather-framed mirror

Approximate Measurements:
Width: 42 cm
Height: 21 cm
Depth: 18 cm

Bag Story: Few bags capture the effortlessly rebellious spirit of early-2000s fashion quite like the Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag.

First 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.

The Part Time 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.

This particular version features the coveted Giant 12 silver-tone hardware, 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.

And perhaps that's what makes vintage Balenciaga so special.

There'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.

The 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. What 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.

A little rebellious, effortlessly cool, and unmistakably Balenciaga.

Condition Disclaimer: Excellent, like-new vintage condition. This beautiful Balenciaga Part Time has been exceptionally well preserved and remains in remarkable overall condition, with barely noticeable signs of previous use.

The black lambskin leather presents beautifully, retaining its characteristic distressed texture and supple finish. There are only very minor, barely noticeable rubs to some of the corners, which do not significantly detract from the bag's overall appearance. The bag remains in excellent condition throughout, with its distinctive silhouette and Giant 12 silver-tone hardware presenting beautifully.

The 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.

Overall, a stunning example of a Balenciaga Giant 12 Part Time in excellent, near-new condition.

As 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.

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