Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Sleeveless Military Mod Dress, Fall 2003 (Look 1)
Featured in Vogue, Size 36,  Wool Blend,  Made in France.

A defining moment from the Fall 2003 Balenciaga runway, this dress opened the show with precision and power, setting the tone for a collection that focused on pushing shape and fabric to its limits.

Expertly crafted from a thick black wool blend, this striking dress features epaulettes at the shoulders, a sleek A-line silhouette, and a vented back placket, giving it a commanding yet streamlined presence. The front is detailed with multiple diagonal utility pockets with tonal metal buttons and snap closures provide subtle shine and structural polish.

Solidifying its place in fashion history by Vogue as one of the key statements of Ghesquière’s early-2000s Balenciaga revolution — where heritage references were deconstructed and reimagined with avant-garde precision.

An iconic and highly collectible piece from one of Balenciaga’s most celebrated seasons — elegant, architectural, and effortlessly powerful.