Signature Elements: this label still screams French sophistication, but trendsetting Californian stars have adopted their bags as their everyday chic selections.

Famous Handbag: The first bag was created in 1919, but the iconic bag was introduced in the Spring 2001. Nicolas Ghesquire designed the Lariat Motorcycle bag, made of distressed leather with trailing laces and a removable shoulder strap.

The Motorcycle bag comes in variations:

• First (Small, Classique, Le Dix, Lariat). This is flat handbag with rounded edges. Sized 13×2.5×7.5 with a 18 inch shoulder strap.
• City (medium). This handbag is spacious and perfect for daily use. Sized 15×4x10 with a 24 inch shoulder strap.
• Work (Office, Large). Sized 18×6x12 and very comfortable for carrying files.
• Weekender (Voyage). Very big bag to carry anything you require for weekend getaway.
• Twiggy - Sized 14.5×6.5×9, with a 23 inch shoulder strap. Comfortable bag for every day use.

Founder: One of the principal names in timeless couture, Cristobal Balenciaga was born in the Basque country of Spain in 1895. He was a driving innovative force in fashion in the 50s and 60s.

Current Designer: Nicolas Ghesquire has propelled the design house to the forefront of taste for the newest generation.