Balmain Velvet and Printed Patent Leather Courts
Balmain
$1450.00
Product Insights & Style Tips
Balmain Velvet and Printed Patent Leather Courts evoke a mood of refined drama, marrying texture and shine for maximum impact. The upper blends plain-coloured velvet with tortoiseshell-print patent calfskin, anchored by an asymmetric double strap across the toe. A back geometric heel insert in tortoiseshell-effect patent leather rises into a slender stiletto, while a 9.5 cm lift sharpens the leg line. Inside, smooth leather lining and insole meet a leather and rubber outsole, all made in Italy.
On the foot, the asymmetric strap secures the front while the pointed toe lengthens the silhouette. The velvet with patent contrast catches light from every angle, turning a simple black dress or tailored trousers into a statement moment. The smooth interior glides with each step, and the durable outsole offers grip as you move from daytime events to evening engagements, proving that luxe polish can travel from desk to dinner with ease.
Balmain leans into opulent codes with a modern edge, pairing velvet with tortoiseshell patent as a bold, wearable statement. This court channels the house's texture-forward glamour and reads versatile enough to elevate a tuxedo pant or a sleek slip dress.
Materials / Fabrication
- Pump shoes in velvet and tortoiseshell-effect patent leather
- Multi-material upper comprising patent calfskin with tortoiseshell print and plain-coloured velvet
- Pointed toe
- Asymmetrical double strap at the front
- Geometric heel insert in tortoiseshell-effect patent leather at the back
- Stiletto heel covered in tortoiseshell-effect patent leather
- Heel height: 9.5 cm
- Smooth leather lining and insole
- Leather and rubber outsole
- Main material: 100 percent viscose
- Made in Italy
Recommended Care
- Velvet upper: spot clean with a soft brush or cloth; for stains, professional velvet cleaner is recommended; avoid soaking
- Patent leather parts: wipe with a soft damp cloth; buff to shine; apply patent leather conditioner if needed; avoid abrasive cleaners
- Leather lining and insole: wipe with damp cloth; condition leather lightly and sparingly; let dry away from heat
- Outsole care: wipe clean; allow to dry naturally; keep away from excess moisture
- Store in a dust bag or box with tissue to maintain shape; avoid direct sunlight and heat
Fit Notes
- Pointed toe shape creates a sharp silhouette that can influence forefoot fit.
- Asymmetrical double strap at the front provides upper design detail with the strap placement across the vamp.
- Heel height is 9.5 cm with a stiletto silhouette.
- Multi-material upper blends velvet and tortoiseshell-effect patent leather; outsole is leather and rubber.
