Venerated French designer Hubert de Givenchy (1927–2018) made a splash with his first collection of mix-and-match separates in 1952, which launched his namesake fashion house, the clean lines and refined silhouettes of the pieces offering a contrast to the more structured shapes then dominating postwar women’s fashion. His roster of clients would eventually include Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, all of whom were drawn to the designer’s architecturally and materially simple dresses, handbags, shoes and other pieces that combined sensual femininity with elegance.
At the age of 17, Givenchy left his hometown of Beauvais, France, for Paris. There he studied drawing at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts and apprenticed for the houses of Jacques Fath, Robert Piguet, Lucien Lelong and Elsa Schiaparelli.
Givenchy earned his first high praise for the 1952 Bettina blouse, an embroidered, ruffle-sleeve linen shirt named for his publicist and model Bettina Graziani. The Givenchy label soon developed a following of fashion icons around the world, most notably Audrey Hepburn, who would serve as Givenchy’s muse for decades after they met in 1953. The couturier created pieces for many of her films, such as the iconic little black dress in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), as well as her personal life, including her wedding dress for her 1969 marriage to Andrea Dotti.
Givenchy formed a close friendship with his idol and mentor, Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga, with whom he’d popularize such pieces as the sack dress, choosing looser forms over tailored ones. Throughout the decades, Givenchy expanded his empire to include fragrances, menswear, accessories and beauty lines.
In 1988, his house was acquired by luxury conglomerate LVMH. After Givenchy retired from fashion in 1995, he became an antiques expert, working with Christie’s and the Louvre, among other institutions. The brand then saw an impressive succession of head designers and artistic directors: John Galliano was the first to arrive, followed by Alexander McQueen, Julien Macdonald, Riccardo Tisci, Clare Waight Keller and Matthew M. Williams.
Today, the Givenchy brand, with its timeless fashions, continues to be a favorite of A-listers, including Cate Blanchett, Erykah Badu, Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande.
On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage Givenchy evening dresses, handbags, necklaces and other clothing and accessories today.
Givenchy Jewel Set Collar
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy matte gold collar with an applied network of paste set stones. Double hinge opening on sides, 1990's France. 13" plus 1.5", 1.5 wide. Exce...
Gilt Metal
Givenchy Twisted Gold Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Strong statement gilt necklace from Givenchy,Paris.
Excellent condition, 1980s.
17.5" x 1.5" widest link
Rare Givenchy 1960's Body Jewel
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Rare Givenchy Body Jewel of gilt bronze from the 1960's. Designed surely to showcase a simple turtleneck mini in solid tones. This massive and rare design s...
Brass, Gilt Metal
GIVENCHY faux pearl necklace with gilt charms
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extra-long, faux-pearl necklace with gilt charm detail at sides from Givenchy dating to the 1980s. Measures 35" end to end. Charms are decorative on both sides and have clear rhinestones. Double G clasp and neck. Marked 'GIVENCHY Paris New York...
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Holy Spirit Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. This antique pendant represents a cross of Occitania which holds in pampille a dove. Height : 3,4 cm, width : 1,3 cm, thickness : 0,7 mm approximatel...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Statement Gold Mesh & Rhinestone Crystal Collar 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
We do love a Vintage Dior Gold Mesh Collar. Featuring a substantial, lavish gold plated gold fine mesh collar with a front fastening motif adorned with Swarovski crystals for an extra glam dimension. In very good condition, signed, 38cms. A statement Christian Dior collar...
Gold Plate
25.00 Carat Black Diamond Briolette Bead Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
25.00 Carat Black Diamond Briolette Bead Necklace in 18K White Gold. This stunning black diamond necklace can enhance any pendant or charm and take it to the next level! These are n...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Trifari Enamel & Silver Bow Necklace 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Trifari Bow Necklace. A fabulous statement collar style with a cool and feminine vibe from the legendary House of Trifari. Featuring a silver tone,...
Vintage Oscar De La Renta Oversize Bronzed Medallion Bib Necklace 1990S
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The most spectacular Vintage Oscar de la Renta Bib Necklace from the 1990s. Featuring bronze tone metal and long chains adorned with intricate medallions. In very good vintage condit...
Bronze
Emporio Armani Monochrome Lucite Geo Statement Collar 2000s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Ginormous modernist style with this Emporio Armani Lucite Necklace. Featuring geo style lucite plaques in monochrome colors and finished with a rubber tubular necklace. In very good ...
Vintage Vendome Blue & Green Floral Necklace & Earrings 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An impressive Vintage Vendome Necklace and matching earrings that screams flowers and hazy lazy summer days. Vendome is the signature for the ...
Contemporary 14in Multicolored Tourmaline Beaded Necklace, 18K Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple and charming thin beaded necklace is made out of natural multicolored tourmalines. It has a clasp made out of 18K Yellow Gold. This versatile necklace can be worn alone o...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Monet Silver & Amethyst Modernist Necklace 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A super stylish Vintage Monet Amethyst Necklace. Crafted in high shine rhodium plated metal, set with large claw set amethyst glass faceted stones. ...
Chrysoprase and Aquamarine 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite mid-tone green in chrysoprase is highlighted in this necklace. Globes of the gem rotate throughout, while five aquamarines accent in between each gem. Rondelles of aquamari...
Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat White Gold 3.12 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
This Classic, Elegant and Beautiful Diamond Necklace will make your look so Glamourous! Crafted of 14K Gold this necklace features 213 natural round white Diamonds weighing approximately 3.12 carats...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Bead 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The iridescent allure of mother of pearl is showcased in this necklace. Round and oval carvings of the gemstone alternate in a pattern throughout. Delicate orbs of aquamarine are dis...
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Givenchy Gilt & Enameled Zebra Print Statement Collar Necklace, Signed, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Oversized, quintessential 80s piece - Zebra motif - Gold plated - Black & white enamel detail - Thick snake chain - Signature "G" logo fold over cl...
Enamel
Vintage Givenchy Modernist Gold Torque Collar 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking modernist Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring an impressive hammered brushed gold torque style panel suspended from a high shine gold articulated snake chain and finished with the iconic G fastener. In very good vintage condition, measuring approx. collar length of 34.5cm long and 3.35cm at the widest point. Signed on the reverse of the clasp and the panel. A truly iconic style statement from the glorious House of Givenchy that is a forever style winner. Nestled in the neck of a blouse, adding glamour to a strappy gown...
Gold
Vintage Givenchy Gold Jewelled Torque Necklace 1980S
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exquisite Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring twist style high quality gold plated metal set with faux precious cabochon gems for the luxe look. In very goo...
Gold Plate
Givenchy 1980s Wide Gold Necklace with Blue Cabochon
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
A chic tailored style Givenchy necklace from the 1980s. There are two different style links. One is a plain diamond shaped and the other is a larger elongated X shape design. The from three diamond links have a navy blue cabochon...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Collar Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy, gold tone, collar necklace having a signature Givenchy "G" pattern.
Base Metal
1980s Givenchy Vintage Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Capri, IT
Givenchy Pearl from river Necklace. Made with gripoiz poured glass in a baroque cut with faux pearls. Pendant: Maltese Cross Necklace Lenght: 50 cm Pendant Measurement: Lenght 8 c...
Givenchy Signed Vintage 1970s 70s Massive Modernist Statement Choker Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Sparks, NV
Spectacular! This goldtone vintage Givenchy modernist statement necklace is truly a work of art. It features a choker collar which wraps around the...
1980's GIVENCHY gilt link necklace
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Shiny geometric linked gilt necklace from Givenchy. Composed of twelve links for a perfect drape around the neck. Eexcellent condition.
Unique and Beautiful Maison Gripoix Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A really exceptional pendant necklace, no doubt Runway, made from bezel set rings of turquoise poured glass joined by "pave" clips of rhinestones. There is the addition of a glass p...
GIVENCHY gilt double layer necklace with charms
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous double layer gilt necklace with faceted glass crystal charms from Givenchy dating to the 1980's. Measures approximately 18" end to end. Excellent condition.
GIVENCHY matte gold hammered collar
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Matte gold hammered collar from Givenchy dating to the 1980's. Fits a small to medium neck. Spring hinge. Excellent condition.
GIVENCHY gilt modernist collar
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous, shiny, gilt, hinged collar from Givenchy. Fits a small to medium neck. Made in France. Excellent condition.