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There are few materials in the world that exude as much glamour and timeless beauty as real gold. It’s no coincidence that Parisian fashion house Balmain chose this material for an exquisite limited edition of its iconic Officier eyewear model. Shimmering, full of character, sophisticated: the Balmain Officier real plated Gold Limited Edition is both a piece of jewellery and a statement accessory. And thus excellently embodies Balmain’s heritage.
Pierre Balmain – Master of Elegance
To understand the success of the Balmain Paris fashion label, you have to delve a little into its history. Or rather that of founder Pierre Balmain. Growing up with a textile merchant for a father and a fashion saleswoman for a mother, it’s easy to imagine he would have a career in fashion. However, no one could have guessed that his small couture atelier in Paris, which he opened in 1945, would become a world-famous brand. But his elegant, figure-hugging dresses and draped evening gowns quickly brought him success – and in 1955 also a collaborator who would go on to world fame himself: Karl Lagerfeld.
In the hippie era, his glamorous designs were then no longer in such demand, and in 1977 he had to sell his company, but remained chief designer until his death in 1982. Fortunately, under Óscar de la Renta and later Christophe Decarnin, the Balmain brand started to grow again. Like a golden thread, Decarnin’s luxurious rockstar-chic style set the tone for Balmain’s style in the decades that followed.
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Olivier Rousteing – Founder of a New Era
When Olivier Rousteing became creative director of Balmain Paris in 2011 at the age of just 25, the fashion industry eyed his designs with suspicion. Some criticised them as too opulent, too luxury-oriented, while others celebrated them as breathtaking and groundbreaking. In fact, Rousteing’s style was not exactly in line with current trends, which focused on minimalism and everyday practicality at that time. But the exceptional designer, who was influenced by pop culture, simply invented his own trends – and continues to set standards today.
Rousteing is the best ambassador for his brand and usually presents his new It-bags and statement pieces himself. Whether on Instagram, Netflix or TikTok – participation is one of his most important goals. His fashion is indeed priced in the luxury segment, but it should nevertheless be within everyone’s reach – even if only as an indulgent pipe dream on the Insta feed. Rousteing gathers the who’s who of pop in his #balmainarmy, from Kim Kardashian and Rihanna to Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner or Kaya Gerber. He told German newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung: “Pop culture is important because pop means popular, means population.” Pop is his form of inclusion, which for him also means diversity.
The Balmain Officier Limited Edition in 18k Gold
Olivier Rousteing’s exuberant and bold signature can also be found in Balmain’s eyewear. First and foremost, the latest Balmain Officier Limited Edition is a monument to the iconic aviator look that perfectly showcases Balmain’s haute couture history. The two-tone unisex frame in caramel brown acetate and a gold frame – plated with 18-carat gold – is limited to 200 pieces worldwide and evokes laid-back retro vibes with its brown hue and sophisticated details. Another masterpiece from mastermind Olivier Rousteing.
If you’re not quite convinced by the price of the golden Officier, you should also see the limited edition version of the Wonder Boy, a striking oversized monolens frame. Other long-time bestsellers include the original Balmain Officier as well as the following:
Inspired by the Balmain style? Check out the full range of Balmain glasses or Balmain sunglasses here!
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