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Hourglass Top Handle Bag

Balenciaga · Black · Small

Original price was: $880.00.Current price is: $680.00.

Balenciaga 1:1 Top Replica Hourglass Top Handle Bag in Black — Small size. Premium Shiny Croc Embossed Calfskin with 26 × 16 × 9 CM dimensions.

Brand
Balenciaga
Model
Hourglass Top Handle Bag
Colour
Black
Material
Shiny Croc Embossed Calfskin
Size
Small
Dimensions
26 × 16 × 9 cm
Product description

Small Hourglass Top Handle Bag — Black Shiny Croc Embossed Calfskin with Aged-Gold Hardware

The Hourglass is Balenciaga’s most architectural bag — a direct translation of the house’s couture tailoring into leather. Its basque-waist curve, named after the corseted bodices of 1950s Dior and Balenciaga, cinches the middle and flares into a rounded base. In black shiny croc-embossed calfskin with aged-gold hardware, the silhouette sharpens further: the glossy embossing catches light like a lacquered shell, while the B-shaped closure anchors the front with the weight of a jewellery brooch.

Design & Detail Highlights

  • Sculptural curved silhouette with the signature basque-waist cinch — the bag stands upright on its own due to the structured base
  • B-shaped magnetic closure in aged-gold metal, doubling as the bag’s central ornament
  • Shiny croc-embossed calfskin with a high-gloss finish that deepens the geometric precision of the shape
  • Removable top handle plus a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap for hand-carry or crossbody wear

Styling & Occasion Suggestions

  • Carry x the top handle into a dinner meeting or formal event — the croc embossing and gold hardware demand evening-level dressing
  • Pair with a black sheath dress and pointed pumps for a monochrome architectural line from shoulder to toe
  • The crossbody strap makes it day-viable if worn with tailored trousers and a silk blouse; leave the handle hanging for a casual counterpoint

Material & Care Guide

Leather: Shiny croc-embossed calfskin has a lacquered top coat that resists light moisture but can scratch visibly. Wipe with a barely damp cloth and buff immediately dry. Do not use leather conditioners on the glossy surface — they dull the shine.
Hardware: The aged-gold finish has a gently tarnished, vintage look. Clean with a soft dry cloth. The B-shaped closure requires periodic tightening if it loosens with repeated opening.
Storage: Always store upright with the dust bag fully closed. Never place heavy objects on top — the basque-waist curve can deform under sustained weight.

Materials & care

Store carefully, avoid prolonged moisture, and wipe hardware with a soft dry cloth after use.

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