Iconic fitted ribbed turtleneck sweater from Nicolas Ghesquière’s influential Fall/Winter 2003 collection for Balenciaga. look #15 — one of the most collectible seasons of his tenure. Crafted in a dense wool-cotton knit, this piece showcases Ghesquière’s sculptural approach to sportswear tailoring, merging futuristic precision with military-inspired detailing.
The sweater features a high funnel neck that fastens with a column of glossy black snap buttons, continuing down the front placket. Additional buttons trail down the back spine and sleeve cuffs, creating an armor-like symmetry that became emblematic of Ghesquière’s “sci-fi utility” aesthetic. A single asymmetrical breast pocket and shoulder epaulettes emphasize the structured silhouette.

-Grey ribbed knit with subtle metallic sheen
-Front button placket with 10 tonal enamel buttons
-Functional back button closure detail
-Long sleeves with buttoned cuffs
-Shoulder epaulettes
-Single chest pocket with flap
-Contoured fit through torso
-Excellent overall condition, minor wear to enamel on a few buttons.
-Material: 46% Wool, 46% Cotton, 8% Nylon Polyamide
-Made in: France
-Size: FR 38