Balmain x H&M: One chart that shows if it is the most expensive collaboration yet

It’s not the first time H&M collaborations outstrip their usual prices

• Zlata Rodionova

The H&M collaboration with Balmain that hits the stores on November 5 could be one of the most expensive yet.
Prices start around £12 ($17.99) for accessories. But at the top end, they far outstrip usual H&M prices, at £299.099 for a leather jacket or £399.99 for the embroidered jacket and an embellished dress worn by Gigi Hadid. Satin blouses, skirts and trousers are around the £50 mark.

It’s not the first time H&M collaborations outstrip their usual prices. The 2013 Isabel Marant collaboration had an average price of £106.49. More expensive collections also included Matthew Williamson (average price £112.76), Lanvin (£129.08) Comme des Garcons (112.76) and Roberto Cavalli (£110).
Some H&M customers have already voiced their disappointment at the prices on the Balmain items.

So I'm just scrolling through these #HMBALMAIN prices and yea I'll be broke or waiting for that sale

— Sky Bella (@LadyOfParagon) October 20, 2015

Love the collection for #HMBALMAIN  but...what the hell is with the prices??? To expensive for a H&M collection  #HMBALMAINATION

— ☆ A X I ☆ (@CigaCigich) October 21, 2015

Here’s how the collection compares:

From Lagarfeld to Balmain the most expensive collaborations

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The lookbook and price for the collection was released last week.
The collection will be available in stores from November 5