THE SIZE GUIDE:
Balenciaga Hourglass

One of the most recognizable contemporary handbag styles in the world of fashion, the Balenciaga Hourglass was first introduced in 2019 under the creative direction of Demna Gvasalia. With a curved design inspired by Cristóbal Balenciaga’s Basque waistcoats from the 1950s, this practical model is one of the most coveted styles on the market. A staple in the closet of celebrities like Dua Lipa, Rihanna, and more, it is arguably the most renowned Balenciaga style in recent history. Discover which Hourglass size best suits your needs and style with our ultimate guide.

By The Rebag Team, Sep. 29, 2023

SHOP THE BALENCIAGA HOURGLASS

Celebrity Style: The Balenciaga Hourglass

The Balenciaga Hourglass owes much of its success to the numerous celebrities who have carried it in various forms over the years. Notable fans of the bag include Kim Kardashian, model and entrepreneur Hailey Bieber, and singer/performer Miley Cyrus, among others.

Kim Kardashian carried this luxurious crystal-covered XS Hourglass in New York City.
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The ultimate ‘It’ bag approval stamp: Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw wearing an Small Hourglass from the Balenciaga x Gucci collaboration.
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Hailey Bieber added a touch of color to an otherwise simple outfit with this cherry red Small Hourglass.
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American singer and performer Miley Cyrus wore a total look by the French label, including a matching Small Gucci x Balenciaga The Hacker Project Hourglass bag.
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Julia Fox stepped out in Los Angeles wearing a striking all-denim outfit — complete with a denim Small Hourglass.
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Side by Side:

The Balenciaga Hourglass

MINI
The most compact Hourglass, the Mini is 5” inches wide, 3.5” inches tall, and has a depth of 2” inches. The Mini can fit your keys, a thin cardholder, and a tube of lipstick. It has a handle drop of 2” inches and a strap drop of 15” to 21” inches, so it can be worn as either a shoulder or crossbody bag.

WALLET WITH CHAIN
The Wallet With Chain Hourglass, which is between the Mini and the XS, is 7.6” inches wide, 4.7” inches tall, and has a depth of 1.9” inches. The Wallet With Chain can fit your keys, a wallet, phone and phone charger. It has a strap drop of 21.6” inches and no handle so it can be worn as a crossbody bag.

XS
Between the Wallet With Chain and the Small, the XS Hourglass is 7.4” inches wide, 5.1” inches tall, and has a depth of 3.1” inches. The XS can fit your keys, wallet, phone and phone charger, and Airpods. It has a handle drop of 3” inches and a strap drop of 21.65” inches, so it can be worn as either a shoulder or crossbody bag.

SMALL
As the second largest size, the Small Hourglass is 9” inches wide, 5.5” inches tall, and has a depth of 3.9” inches. The Small can fit your keys, wallet, phone and phone charger, AirPods, and a small makeup pouch. It has a handle drop of 3.5” inches and a strap drop of 21.6” inches, so it can be worn as either a shoulder or crossbody bag.

MEDIUM
The Medium Hourglass is 11” inches wide, 7” inches tall, and has a depth of 3.5” inches. The Medium can fit your keys, wallet, phone and phone charger, AirPods, a small pouch of makeup products, and an agenda. It has a handle drop of 4.5” inches and a strap drop of 21.65” inches, so it can be worn as either a shoulder or crossbody bag.