Pierre Balmain Military Velvet Short in Black. - size 42/8 (also in ) Pierre Balmain Military Velvet Short in Black. - size 42/8 (also in ) Tailored to perfection with the fabric du jour: Pierre Balmain's Military Velvet Shorts. Featuring a slimming fit, this military inspired piece is finished with the label's signature gold tone button accents. Tuck in your favorite pullover to give your city look a posh upgrade.. Self: 98% cotton 2% elastaneLining: 97% viscose 3% elastane. Dry clean only. Signature gold-toned button front accents. Back zipper closure. Paneled front detail. Shorts measure approx 12 in length. PIEB-WF1. FP570060. Pierre Balmains fashion roots run deep. The French fashion house was a post-war WWII phenomenon turning out gowns for Hollywood starlets. These days Pierre Balmian is the purveyor of Paris-chic. The line designs mens fashions that are cutting edge and luxurious all in the same momenta testament to the belief that some things never die.