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Product Description
This Balenciaga Hourglass Small Top Handle Bag in red leather with gold-tone hardware offers a polished vintage look. In very good condition, it features a structured silhouette with a top handle, detachable shoulder strap and magnetic flap closure. Ideal for lunch dates, city outings or evening plans, it adds a bold touch to both day and night ensembles.
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• Red leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single top handle and detachable shoulder strap
• Red leather lining with one internal zipped pocket
• Magnetic flap closure
• Vintage
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Q: What size is this Balenciaga Hourglass bag? A: This is the Small size. The bag measures approximately 22 cm wide, 14 cm high and 9 cm deep, with a 10 cm handle drop and a 55 cm strap drop. Please use these measurements as the most accurate guide for this specific item.
Q: What typically fits inside the Balenciaga Hourglass Small? A: The Small Hourglass is generally suited to daily essentials such as a phone, card holder or compact wallet, keys, lipstick and a few small personal items. Its structured silhouette means packing is best kept neat and compact.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder or crossbody? A: Yes. This item includes a shoulder strap with an approximate 55 cm drop, so it can usually be worn on the shoulder or crossbody depending on your height and preferred fit. It can also be carried by the top handle.
Q: Is the Balenciaga Hourglass Small a good everyday bag? A: For many people, yes. It is one of the more practical Hourglass sizes because it offers a structured shape, a top handle and a longer strap, while still remaining compact and polished. It is best for essentials rather than bulkier items.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What size is this Balenciaga Hourglass bag? A: This is the Small size. The bag measures approximately 22 cm wide, 14 cm high and 9 cm deep, with a 10 cm handle drop and a 55 cm strap drop. Please use these measurements as the most accurate guide for this specific item.
Q: What typically fits inside the Balenciaga Hourglass Small? A: The Small Hourglass is generally suited to daily essentials such as a phone, card holder or compact wallet, keys, lipstick and a few small personal items. Its structured silhouette means packing is best kept neat and compact.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder or crossbody? A: Yes. This item includes a shoulder strap with an approximate 55 cm drop, so it can usually be worn on the shoulder or crossbody depending on your height and preferred fit. It can also be carried by the top handle.
Q: Is the shoulder strap included with this item? A: Yes. According to the product information, this bag comes with a shoulder strap, as well as a dust bag and care booklet.
Q: What colour is this bag? A: The product colour for this item is Red.
Q: What condition is this bag in? A: This bag is listed in Very Good Condition. The exterior shows light scratches and minor marks, the interior has scratches inside the flap, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches.
Q: Where was this bag made? A: The country of origin listed for this item is Italy.
Q: Is the Balenciaga Hourglass Small a good everyday bag? A: For many people, yes. It is one of the more practical Hourglass sizes because it offers a structured shape, a top handle and a longer strap, while still remaining compact and polished. It is best for essentials rather than bulkier items.
Q: How should I care for a structured bag like the Hourglass? A: To help preserve its shape, store it upright in its dust bag when not in use and avoid overfilling it. Handle with clean, dry hands, keep it away from rough surfaces, moisture and prolonged direct sunlight, and use the product information as your reference for what is included with this item.
Q: How do I know what is included with this purchase? A: Everything included with this item is listed in the product information. For this bag, the included product information is: dust bag, shoulder strap and care booklet.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
