
Balmain
Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men
These Balmain Swan frayed suede sneakers are men's low-top footwear with an upper combining cow suede, cotton canvas, and vachetta leather, lined in vachetta leather. They feature a removable padded footbed, an embossed non-skid rubber outsole, and a design with frayed suede overlays at the toe, heel, and eyestay plus a gum-colored sole. Made in Italy, model GM0VI422TNAV, they come with a signature storage bag.
- Material
- Cow suede, cotton, and vachetta leather upper
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, sporty, elevated-basics
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Specifications
Balmain's tennis-inspired sneakers featuring a suede and leather upper with a sleek silhouette for bold elegance.
Cow suede upper, vachetta leather lining, removable padded footbed, embossed rubber sole, signature storage bag
- Material
- Cow suede, cotton, and vachetta leather upper
- Secondary
- cotton, leather
- Style
- casual, sporty, elevated-basics
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, travel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Cow suede upper with cotton and vachetta leather accents
- Vachetta leather lining
- Removable padded footbed with leather top cover
- Embossed non-skid rubber outer sole
- Signature storage bag included
- Made in Italy
- Inspired by classic tennis shoe silhouette
- Sharp aesthetics with nonchalant chic style
- Bold elegance in an understated silhouette
Product Insights
The Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers present a 90s-inspired casual-chic silhouette with Italian craftsmanship, featuring vachetta leather lining that wicks moisture and develops a honey patina, a removable padded footbed for orthotics, and a frayed suede upper designed to wear naturally but requiring gentle brushing and protection from water. At $299.95 CAD (68% off the original $925), it's the most accessible Balmain sneaker, offering true-to-size fit (size up half if between), a storage bag for even patina development, and a raised-logo outsole that doubles as traction—yet the tradeoff is the delicate care needed for the frayed edges and lack of water-resistant coating.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to size; size up half if between sizes.
- Footbed
- Removable padded footbed accepts custom orthotics for fit adjustment.
- Patina
- Frayed edges may loosen with friction; leather lining develops honey-brown patina.
- Moisture management
- Vachetta lining wicks moisture and promotes airflow to keep feet drier.
- Storage care
- Included signature storage bag protects the suede upper when not in use.
- Materials
- Italian-made with a cow suede and calf leather upper, cotton canvas panels, and a leather-topped removable insole.
- Storage bag
- Includes signature storage bag from Balmain's dress footwear line.
- Price comparison
- At $299.95 CAD (68% off), undercuts other Balmain sales at $441 USD.
- Design inspiration
- Positioned as a 90s-inspired casual-chic sneaker with tennis-shoe heritage.
- Design details
- Diamond-embossed tongue, raised-logo outsole, and frayed suede designed to wear naturally.
- Craftsmanship
- Italian-made with vachetta leather lining that patinas; cotton canvas and suede upper; storage bag included.
- Value
- Premium Swan variant (orig. $925, core $650); at $299.95 it's the most accessible Balmain sneaker.
- Leather lining
- Vachetta leather lining wicks moisture and resists odor.
- Breathability
- Cotton canvas and leather lining boost breathability and cut weight vs all-leather.
- Interior
- Vachetta leather lining and leather-topped footbed develop a honey patina over time.
- Origin
- Made in Italy, matching the quality and packaging of Balmain's dress footwear.
- Outsole
- Raised Balmain logo on outsole serves as traction pattern and stays legible with wear.
- Styling
- Diamond-embossed tongue and frayed suede overlays distinguish it from other Swans.
- Protection
- No water-resistant coating; use protector and storage bag.
- Frayed suede
- Frayed suede design holds up with normal wear but needs gentle brushing.
- Size range
- Available in EU sizes 40–45.
Product record
- Title
- Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men
- Brand
- Balmain
- Price
- 925 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Side profile view of a low-top sneaker showing a textured frayed-suede trim at the toe, heel and eyestay, a smooth textile upper with an appliqued geometric 'B' shaped panel on the side, white flat laces, and a brown textured rubber sole with branding on its lateral side.
- View and orientationLateral side profile of the sneaker, toe pointing right, full shoe visible on a neutral background.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.25 · w 0.88 · h 0.55 (high) - Upper materialMain upper appears to be a smooth woven or canvas textile in a pale cream color covering the mid panel and quarter.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.34 · w 0.46 · h 0.28 (high) - Frayed suede trimRough, intentionally frayed suede panels in a light tan appear on the toe cap, heel counter, and eyestay overlays.
3 regions
x 0.78 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (medium) - Side appliqued logo panelRaised stitched panel forming a geometric 'B' or angular emblem integrated into the mid-side panel, same pale tone as the upper with visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsWhite flat laces threaded through suede eyestay, five visible lace holes with fabric-reinforced eye area.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Tongue detailPadded tongue with a small tan leather or leather-look tab at its top edge; tab shows light embossing or texture but text is not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (medium) - Midsole and outsole constructionSingle-piece brown gum rubber sole with a textured grain finish on the sidewall and patterned tread visible at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.68 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high) - Lateral midsole embossingDebossed brand text on the lateral midsole near the heel area, set into the gum sole.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Toe-side white printSmall white printed text on the lateral forepart of the sole above the gum midsole near the toe.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Minor stitching and seam detailsVisible topstitching outlines panels and connects suede overlays to the upper, especially surrounding the logo panel and along the eyestay.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.34 · w 0.38 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft frontal lighting and a subtle shadow beneath the shoe; image is cropped with generous empty space above the shoe.
- Background and stagingNeutral light-gray seamless background filling the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shoe indicating studio lighting from above; shadow does not obscure product details.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Image crop and compositionShoe centered horizontally and placed in lower half of image with ample negative space above.
- Legibility limitationSmall embossed or debossed characters on the tongue tab are visible but not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (medium)
Colors
pale cream· upper main panel#EDEDEDlight tan· frayed suede overlaysgum brown· sole#8B6443white· laces#EDEDED- View and orientationLateral side profile of the sneaker, toe pointing right, full shoe visible on a neutral background.
- 02

Product
Pair of low-top sneakers shown from a rear three-quarter angle; visible details include shaggy frayed suede heel panels, off-white canvas upper, and textured gum rubber sole with embossed brand text and rectangular sole badge.
- Rear shaggy heel panelFrayed, shaggy suede heel counter in a warm beige tone covering the heel cap and heel sides with a rough, fibrous texture.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.52 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high) - Canvas upperSmooth off-white canvas upper visible on the shoe quarter and collar area, with stitched panel seams and an appliqued tonal raised 'B' shaped detail on the side.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.33 · w 0.45 · h 0.38 (high) - Gum rubber soleTextured gum rubber outsole in a medium tan brown with a ridged tread pattern, a rectangular recessed badge on the sole, and a pebble-textured midsole band.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Embossed midsole text“Raised embossed text on the outer midsole near the heel reading 'BALMAIN'.”
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.72 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (medium) - Sole badge text“BALMAIN PARIS”
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.49 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Heel counter top text“BALMAIN”
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.55 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium) - Inner collar and tongue tagVisible inner collar and tongue area in a smooth light tan leather or synthetic lining with a small rectangular fabric tag bearing printed text (legible characters not fully visible from this angle).Partial
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.33 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium) - Side appliqued detailRaised stitched appliqued panel on the shoe side forming a large stylized letter shape in the same off-white tone as the upper.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.42 · w 0.25 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot with neutral light gray background; two shoes arranged so one shows the outsole and the other shows the rear three-quarter upper; soft even lighting with faint soft shadow beneath the shoes.
- Shot compositionTwo sneakers placed on a flat surface against a seamless light gray background, photographed from a slightly elevated rear three-quarter angle so the nearer shoe shows the heel and outer side and the farther shoe lies on its side exposing the sole.
- Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadows under the shoes and subtle highlights on the suede texture and sole edges.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution product photograph with clear detail and shallow depth of field keeping both shoes in focus.
Colors
warm beige· shaggy suede heel panel#B48B64off-white· canvas uppergum tan· gum rubber sole#AB7C54- Rear shaggy heel panelFrayed, shaggy suede heel counter in a warm beige tone covering the heel cap and heel sides with a rough, fibrous texture.
- 03

Product
Top-down view of a pair of low-top sneakers with visibly frayed suede overlays, canvas panels, white laces, gum-colored soles, and branded tongue and insole markings.
- Pair arrangementTwo sneakers shown from a strict top-down perspective, heels toward the bottom of the image and toes toward the top, placed side-by-side with a narrow gap between them.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.96 (high) - Upper overlaysRough, heavily frayed suede overlays cover the toe cap, eyestay area, and heel counter; the suede has a shaggy, tufty surface texture visible along cut edges.
4 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.37 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.02 · w 0.37 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.37 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.72 · w 0.37 · h 0.24 (high) - Mid-panel materialSmooth woven or canvas mid-panel in a lighter cream tone, located between the frayed suede overlays and the sole.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (high) - Lacing and tongueFlat white woven laces threaded through five eyelets; the tongue is covered in the same frayed suede on its outer face and shows a small stitched rectangular pull at its base.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.22 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high) - Sole edgeVisible gum-colored rubber outsole with textured edge wrapping the perimeter of the shoe, darker brown than upper materials.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high) - Insole label blockLarge single-letter mark printed on each insole above additional stacked text lines; print is white or very light against the insole color.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high) - Tongue logo text“Text printed on the tongue area above the laces, legible as 'BALMAIN' on each shoe.”
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Insole stacked text“/ PARIS / 44 RUE DU FAUBOURG SAINT-HONORE”Partial
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.61 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, soft even lighting, slight shadowing beneath shoes, and centered composition.
- Background and compositionShoes photographed on a uniform light gray backdrop with the camera directly above; both shoes fully visible and centered in frame.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting with faint soft shadows visible to the lower-left of each shoe indicating a gentle directional light; no harsh highlights or glare.
- Image qualitySharp focus on shoe surfaces and textures with high visible detail in suede fraying and stitching.
Colors
light tan suede· frayed suede overlays#DCC4A4cream· mid-panel canvaswhite· lacespale tan insole· insole#CBC2B4gum brown· outsole edge#7C7C7C- Pair arrangementTwo sneakers shown from a strict top-down perspective, heels toward the bottom of the image and toes toward the top, placed side-by-side with a narrow gap between them.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4590721 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 40 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4590722 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 41 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4590723 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 42 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4590724 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 43 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4590725 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 44 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4590726 | Swan Frayed Suede Sneakers Men - 45 | CA$299.95CA$925.00 | Out of Stock |