{"product_id":"1980s-pierre-balmain-abstract-print-blouse","title":"1980's Pierre Balmain Abstract Print Blouse - M","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage 1980's Pierre Balmain blouse is a textbook example of 1980's power dressing from the era's most considered European couture houses. The abstract print is bold without being loud — the kind of graphic that reads as art from a distance and reveals its detail up close. Structured shoulder pads built into the lining give it that signature broad-shouldered 1980's silhouette, while the 100% polyester construction keeps it lightweight and easy to wear. In mint vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tag reads Tokyo Blouse Co. — a major Japanese apparel manufacturer that held the domestic licence to produce ready-to-wear garments for several European luxury houses including Balmain. Made in Japan under licence, these pieces carry the same design DNA as the Paris originals with the precision of Japanese manufacturing. A true collector's item for anyone drawn to the intersection of European couture heritage and Japanese manufacturing craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with high-waisted wide-leg trousers and pointed-toe heels for a classic 1980's power look, or tucked into a sleek midi skirt for an elevated vintage editorial outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePierre Balmain founded his eponymous Paris couture house in 1945, becoming one of the defining voices of post-war French fashion. Known for elegant, structured silhouettes and refined femininity, Balmain's 1980's ready-to-wear pieces — particularly those produced under licence in Japan — are increasingly sought after by collectors for their quality and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (refer to measurements below)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTag Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderarm to underarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% polyester\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arkive Vintage","offers":[{"title":"16840-55","offer_id":44040239153239,"sku":"16840-55","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0360\/8457\/files\/IMG_67392.jpg?v=1784251190","url":"https:\/\/arkivevintage.com\/products\/1980s-pierre-balmain-abstract-print-blouse","provider":"Arkive Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}