Vinchy AI Review · Skirts

Button-embellished two-tone ribbed-knit mini skirt

BALMAIN's skirts release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.

Tagged at $1,490, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 70/100, and sustainability at 70/100 for discerning shoppers.

Price · $1,490
Quick take: Button-embellished two-tone ribbed-knit mini skirt from BALMAIN delivers 60/100 craftsmanship, 70/100 comfort, and 70/100 sustainability for skirts seekers.
  • Brand · BALMAIN
  • Category · Skirts
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AI scorecard

What matters most for shoppers researching this piece right now.

Verdict: Button-embellished two-tone ribbed-knit mini skirt by BALMAIN balances 60/100 build, 70/100 wearability, and 70/100 responsibility—solid for skirts seekers wanting a rounded profile.
60 Quality

Craftsmanship, stitching, and long-term durability.

70 Comfort

Movement, breathability, and day-long wear.

70 Sustainability

Environmental impact and responsible sourcing.

Brand BALMAIN
Price $1,490

Attribute deep dive

We break down what drove each score so you can weigh trade-offs.

Quality Analysis 60/100

This Balmain mini skirt, crafted from a mid-weight ribbed-knit blend of viscose and polyester, offers a decent foundation. However, the "dry-clean only" care instruction, without further justification, suggests a potential vulnerability that could impact its long-term wear.

Comfort Assessment 70/100

This mini skirt is rib-knitted, which often implies a degree of stretch and flexibility for comfort. However, its slim fit and mid-weight knit, combined with the lack of specific stretch claims like elastane or 4-way stretch, suggest it might be more form-fitting than truly comfortable for extended wear.

Sustainability Impact 70/100

This Balmain mini skirt, crafted from 84% viscose and 16% polyester, lacks explicit sustainability indicators, resulting in a neutral baseline score.

Measurement breakdown

Measurements across available sizes.

SizeWaistLengthHip
FR 4274 cm42 cm81 cm
FR 34
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FR 40
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FR 36
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FR 38
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FR 46
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Garment details

Need-to-know info pulled from the retailer’s description, sizing notes, and care callouts.

Editors’ Notes: Balmain's mini skirt is rib-knitted with delicate pointelle detailing and contrasting black trims. It's designed for a slim fit to accentuate your curves and features a row of lion-embossed gold-tone buttons through the center. Coordinate yours with the matching cardigan.

Editors’ Notes: Balmain's mini skirt is rib-knitted with delicate pointelle detailing and contrasting black trims. It's designed for a slim fit to accentuate your curves and features a row of lion-embossed gold-tone buttons through the center. Coordinate yours with the matching cardigan.

Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Mini-length, designed to be worn just below the natural waist Mid-weight knit Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a FR 36 Model measurements: Bust: 80cm/ 31.5" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 89cm/ 35" View size guide

Details & Care: White and black ribbed-knit Slips on 84% viscose, 16% polyester Unlined Dry clean

Delivery & Returns: Find out more about our delivery options . Try items in the comfort of your own home. If they're not quite right, you've got 28 days to request an exchange or return and send them back to us. We'll collect them from your nearest UPS drop off point. Free returns are offered within 14 days of delivery.

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  • Brand: BALMAIN
  • Category: Skirts
  • Price: $1,490
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