{"product_id":"archival-pierre-balmain-paris-asymmetrical-peplum-blouse-80s-abstract-print-power-shoulder-fluid-crepe-museum-quality-size-m","title":"Archival PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Asymmetrical Peplum Blouse 80s Abstract Print Power Shoulder Fluid Crepe Museum Quality Size M","description":"\u003cp\u003e**Architecture of Movement: A French Heritage Masterpiece**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**The Provenance \u0026amp; Aesthetic:**\u003cbr\u003e\nA superlative example of Pierre Balmain's late 20th-century ready-to-wear, this blouse encapsulates the transition from the structured \"Jolie Madame\" elegance to the bold, architectural dynamism of the early 1980s. This piece is a testament to the house's enduring commitment to the \"Architecture of Movement,\" featuring a sophisticated interplay of form and fluidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**The Fabric \u0026amp; Artisanry:**\u003cbr\u003e\nRendered in a premium, heavyweight designer polyester crepe, the textile offers a remarkable \"drape\" that responds to the wearer's motion while maintaining its razor-sharp structural integrity. The fabric exhibits a refined matte luminosity and a characteristic subtle translucency when held to the light, indicative of its high-denier weave. The abstract botanical motif, a hallmark of French resort aesthetics, is executed with exceptional print depth in a palette of deep cerulean, moss green, and ochre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Architectural Details:**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **The Power Silhouette:** Features structurally engineered shoulders power (via internal padding) that create a commanding, quintessential 1980s frame, perfectly balancing the flared waist.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Structural Integrity:** The reverse features meticulously executed vertical darts that transition into a sharp, asymmetrical peplum hem, creating a sculpted silhouette.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Couture Finishings:** The neckline is finished with an invisible facing for a seamless, minimalist profile. The frontal closure features hand-finished, fabric-coordinated buttons—a signature of high-tier vintage craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **The Label:** Bearing the iconic \"Pierre Balmain Paris\" woven label with the signature labyrinth logo, dating this piece to the pinnacle of the house's independent prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Curator's Condition Report:**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Grade:** Excellent Archival Condition.\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Details:** Museum quality with no notable flaws. A rare acquisition for the discerning collector of French heritage fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Details \u0026amp; Sizing:**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Brand:** Pierre Balmain Paris\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Era:** Circa 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Origin:** French Heritage\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Tagged Size:**\u003cbr\u003e\n* **Recommended Fit:** Based on the dimensions and the structured 40 cm power shoulder, this piece best fits a modern **Medium (M \/ EU 38)**. Please verify with the precise flat measurements below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Measurements (Taken Flat):**\u003cbr\u003e\n* Pit to Pit (Bust): 47 cm (18.5\")\u003cbr\u003e\n* Shoulder to Shoulder: 40 cm (15.7\") - *Features structured power padding*\u003cbr\u003e\n* Total Length: 60 cm (23.6\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Shipping:**\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped fully insured and tracked from Germany. Packaged with care for the archives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"novum ex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612258591067,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/2922\/9403\/files\/il_fullxfull.8004109860_g2fa.jpg?v=1784295569","url":"https:\/\/novum-ex-vetere-vintage.com\/products\/archival-pierre-balmain-paris-asymmetrical-peplum-blouse-80s-abstract-print-power-shoulder-fluid-crepe-museum-quality-size-m","provider":"Novum ex vetere Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}