Givenchy Red & Black Ruffled Tiered Gown 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Red and Black Givenchy Gown. Three tiers make up the skirt.
Givenchy Red & Black Ruffled Tiered Gown 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Red and Black Givenchy Gown. Three tiers make up the skirt.
1980s Givenchy Couture Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Haute Couture gown was made by Hubert de Givenchy for the Fall 1982 collection. This silhouette and entire aesthetic is SO Givenchy— this fitted drop-waist bodice is...
2019 Runway Documented Givenchy Black Silk One Sleeve Gown
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
World-famous fashion house Givenchy was headed by artistic director Clare Waight Keller between 2017 and 2020. Keller filtered the house’s strong historical references through her le...
NWT Givenchy Snake Crystal and Sequined Wool Black Dress Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Montgomery, TX
The swirling sequins across the bodice of Givenchy’s black dress emulates the celestial looks. Crafted in Italy, it's shaped with a fitting bodice from lightweight wool-crepe with s...
Givenchy Haute Couture 1950’s Audrey Hepburn black evening gown
By Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Givenchy Haute Couture 1950’s Audrey Hepburn black dress, serial number under the tag, it can fit 36 FR up to 40 FR, US 2 up to US 6
Givenchy Black Velvet Gown with Horsehair Rhinestone Trim Sheer Sections
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous black velvet long sleeve gown with rhinestones and horsehair detail by Givenchy.
Givenchy Matte Jersey Gold Soutache Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Cool Givenchy Matte Jersey Gold Soutache Gown from the 1970's with pointed handkerchief scarf sleeves and gold braid forming round epaulettes. Slim tubular cut with dramatic sleeves...
GIVENCHY COUTURE Black Velvet Gown with Mesh & Rhinestone Stripe Skirt Detail
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIVENCHY COUTURE black velvet gown with mesh inserts and rhinestone striped skirt detail.
GIVENCHY COUTURE Black Lace Tiered Gown with Bow at Waist 4
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black lace Givenchy couture gown with multiple tiers of fine lace.
1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Crepe Strapless Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Crepe Strapless Gown
1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Black Satin Lace Sleeve A-Line Gown Custom
By Givenchy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Givenchy Haute Couture gown from the 1960s is handmade for a custom order in black satin with sheer lace sleeves.
Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Black Silk Ruffle Gown late 2000s
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Milano, IT
• Rare Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci evening gown from the late 2000s • Crafted in fluid black silk with a soft satin finish and dramatic elongated silhouette • Deep plunging neckline f...
GIVENCHY COUTURE Black Velvet Long Sleeve with drape Pink Gown, Circa 1980's 4
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Givenchy couture gown from the 1980's. The gown has a black velvet bodice, pink and black cut velvet floral detail wrap drape skirt with a black satin bow at the hip.
Givenchy Black Lace Dress, 2011
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy- Black lace dress ornamented with zippers. 38FR size indicated. 2011 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 46 ...
GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Boutique Givenchy Paris; Martha Designer: Hubert de Givenchy Style: Sheath go...
Givenchy Asymmetrical Dress in Black Satin
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy - Asymmetrical dress in black satin. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Catwalk model. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 40 cm ...
Givenchy Haute Couture mauve silk trained evening gown with cape, fw 2003
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
▪ Givenchy Haute Couture mauve silk evening gown ▪ Designed by Julien Macdonald ▪ Form-hugging torso with asymmetric draping ▪ Cut-out at hip edged with hand-rolled silk ▪ Asymmet...
Black crêpe evening dress Givenchy Couture
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe evening dress. Zip on the left side. Waist band with hook&eye. Underwire and padded bra. Biais. SIZE 38/ M
Black silk bustier dress GIVENCHY COUTURE
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk bustier dress and silk lining. Invisible zip closure on the middle back + hook&eye. Boned. Gros-grain waist band inside the waist. Box-pleats on the middle front. SIZE 40...
F/W 1998 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Runway Black Lace Blue Stretch Gown FR40
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Alexander McQueen's Fall/Winter 1998 "Blade Runner" collection for Givenchy, this sheer black lace gown features striking a blue underlay.
Givenchy Black Lace Puff-sleeve Bodysuit M
By Givenchy
Located in Brossard, QC
With dramatic lace puff sleeves, this V-neck body from Givenchy is just what your wardrobe's missing. Black lace sleeves V-neck Scalloped edge Stretch-fit Composition: Viscose 86%, P...
1970s GIVENCHY Black Strapless Silk Organza with detachable sleeves
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Givenchy by Hubert de givenchy strapless black silk organza dress with ruffle and detachable sleeves. ( see (1970s advertising ) Fit size 0/2 measurement: Bust 32” / Waist 24” ...
1980S GIVENCHY Navy Blue Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Low Cut Gown 1989
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
1980S GIVENCHY Navy Blue Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Low Cut Gown 1989
GIVENCHY Size 34 Black Red Wool Dress Pants
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY FW 2017 pants in a black wool twill featuring a velvet red piped pocket detail, pleated front, gold hardware, mid rise waist, and zip up closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Conditi...
Black sleeveless cocktail dress with cape GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless cocktail dress with cape ( the cape is attached to the dress) Fabric composition: 80% rayon, 19% polyamide , 1% elastane. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip closure on th...
Black sleeveless cocktail dress with zip embellishment GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless cocktail dress with zip embellishment . Zip closure on the middle front. Main fabric composition: 61% acetate, 39% rayon. Lining: 65% acetate, 35% nylon. SIZE 36 (Fr)
Black jersey dress with beads embroideries Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jersey dress with beads embroideries. No lining. Size : S
Givenchy Haute Couture 1980s Vintage Black White Polka Dot Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This stunning vintage Givenchy dress from the late 1980s exudes elegance with a playful edge. Crafted from luxurious black fabric adorned with white polka dots, the dress features an...
Givenchy Haute Couture Black Multi Color Dots Vintage Silk Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Givenchy Couture black silk matelasse cocktail dress with asymmetrical neckline and multi color irregular shaped dots in yellow, red, purple and green. On the front of the d...
Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment. Embroideries : 100% acrylic ( rhinestone) and metallic trimmings: brass SIZE S
Givenchy Spring/Summer 2022 Embellished Black Trumpet Cut-Out Maxi Dress XS
By Givenchy
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
An architectural evening gown from Givenchy’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection, designed during Matthew M.
Givenchy Haute Couture dress
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE - (Made in France) Red silk and black velvet bustier dress. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 43 cm -...
$339Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY Size 4 Black Gunmetal Polyester Short Sleeve Dress
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY dress comes in a black polyester featuring gunmetal grommet details at front, short sleeves, and a front half zip up closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 40 ...
Givenchy black two-piece one-shoulder cocktail dress
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful two-piece Givenchy silk cocktail two-piece dress has two (2) side zipper on the top. The inner zipper acts like an uplifting bra, and the outer zipper give a more refi...
$2,098
Givenchy dress 2015s
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - (Made in Italy) Long black muslin, silk, and lace dress with a low neck. Size 40IT indicated, it fits a 36FR. A 2015s Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensio...
Black cocktail dress with gold metal copper studs GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with gold metal copper studs. Fabric composition: 95% rayon, 5% nylon stretch Raglan sleeve. Zip closure on the middle back + hook&eye . SIZE 38 / M
Givenchy 1990s Robe FR38 Black Wool and Shot silk Wrists UK10 US8
By Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
Givenchy dress circa 1990 in black wool cloth, sheath shape, wide boat neck, long sleeves extended by a musketeer-style cuff in black silk or wool moire, black satin canvas lining, f...
Givenchy Black High-slit Jersey Column Dress size FR 34 XS Long-sleeve Maxi
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Givenchy Long sleeve High slit Jersey Column Dress size FR 34 XS (missing size tag see measurements below) Embrace Givenchy's gothic-inspired aesthetic with this gown.
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE c.1970s Black Gold-Rainbow Bishop Sleeve Shift Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE c.1970s Black Gold-Rainbow Bishop Sleeve Shift Dress Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Givenchy; Couture #53656 Designer: Hubert de Givenchy Style: Shift dress Color(s...
Black evening dress with silver metal rings on the shoulder strap GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black evening dress with silver metal rings and rhinestone embellishment on the shoulder strap. Main fabric composition: 58% rayon, 42% acetate. Boned bustier inside the bust with...
$296Sale Price|44% Off
Givenchy Women's Resort 2019 Black Floral Dress, Size FR38/UK10
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Givenchy floral dress from the Resort 2019 collection. Bought for £1250 and worn once. Made from black viscose and elastane crepe with a vivid stylised floral print. It has...
An Hubert de Givenchy French Couture Cream and Black silk Evening Set Circa 1965
By Givenchy
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958/1965 France Rare grand soir ensemble, dress and cape coat in champagne and black silk shantung designed by Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture dating from the 1960s. Sheath d...
Givenchy Black Velvet and Lace Cocktail Dress w/ Bow Belt
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this is a beautiful custom-made Couture cocktail dress from Givenchy. It is made of black velvet and has a lace bodice and hem. There is a zipper up the back, on the side and two zip...
1970's GIVENCHY black wool dress with large gold studs
By Givenchy, Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Exceptional, jet-black, wool jersey, maxi dress with gold toned studs and matching scarf designed by Givenchy dating to the 1970's. Dress fits a US 2 or 4. Measures approximately: 15...
Black and white asymmetrical drape cocktail dress Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white asymmetrical drape cocktail dress. Fabric: crêpe ( rayon and acetate) Lining: 49% rayon, 51% cupro Boned. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. Gold piping on the wai...
$339Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY Size 36 Black White Twill Polyester Wool Flat Front Dress Pants
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY dress pants in a black polyester wool blend twill featuring black and white logo side strap details, tapered fit, and zip fly closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked...
$339Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY Size 30 Black Navy Two Toned Cotton Flat Front Dress Pants
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY dress pants in a black and navy cotton woven fabric featuring a flat front style, back navy waistband detail, and zip fly closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Multiple mi...
Givenchy by Hubert de Givenchy 1970s Rainbow Stripe Silk Maxi Dress & Shawl
By Givenchy, Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Striped Chiffon Ruffle Gown – 1970s This vintage Givenchy ensemble is a radiant celebration of color, movement, and 1970s glamour. Crafted from fe...
Givenchy Pleated Maxi Dress FR42
By Givenchy
Located in Brossard, QC
This artfully pleated maxi dress is made in Italy from lightweight fabric, which is illustrated with a monochromatic floral print. Allows its breezy allure to add sophistication to a...
$2,051Sale Price|20% Off
Givenchy Women's Contemporary Leopard-Print Silk Butterfly Dress, M
By Givenchy
Located in Capri, IT
Givenchy Leopard Butterfly Dress Leopard-print silk dress with butterfly appliqué by Givenchy. - Leopard-print silk - Multicolored butterfly appliqués, buttoned cuffs, multicolored ...
$700Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage 90s Givenchy Chiffon Feathered Dress - EU 40
By Givenchy
Located in Amman, JO
Sophisticated with a touch of avant-garde—this Givenchy black long-sleeve midi dress is an artful addition to any fashion-forward wardrobe. Featuring a dramatic layered leather-look ...
Givenchy dress Haute Couture circa 90
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - Black velvet dress ornamented with sequins, and pearls with jet-black tassels. Size 38FR. Haute Couture Collection circa 1990. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions:...
GIVENCHY Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Lace Trim and Satin Belt Size 4
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Givenchy cocktail dress is composed of a beautiful velvet with lace trim. Features a satin belt and center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross...
1960s Givenchy Black Lace Cocktail Dress (attributed)
By Givenchy, Lord & Taylor
Located in New York, NY
What a fun yet classic vintage cocktail dress, dating to the 1960s! Though it is missing it's label, this dress is attributed to Givenchy; there are images of this exact dress with G...
Vintage 80s Givenchy Brown and Black Virgin Wool Long Sleeve Mock Neck Sac Dress
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1980s GIVENCHY brown and black virgin wool color block sac dress! Features a chocolate brown bodice with a black skirt, black collar, and black sleeve cuffs. Hidden zipp...
$2,089Sale Price|20% Off
Givenchy haute Couture Velvet Bustier Dress Size European 36
By Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
GIVENCHY Haute Couture Evening Gown by Claire Waight Keller An exquisite piece from the Autumn/Winter Haute Couture 2020 Givenchy collection.
Givenchy Fall/Winter 2022 Runway Violet Mesh Mini Dress Size Small
By Givenchy
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Givenchy Fall/Winter 2022 Runway Violet Mesh Rib Knit & Pleated Tiered Mini Dress Size Small Description: A striking authentic runway piece from Givenchy Fall/Winter 2022, designed ...
Dramatic Givenchy Plunging Couque Feather Neck Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Dramatic late 70s/early 80s gown by Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique. Black silk satin floor length gown.
1984 Givenchy Haute Couture Documented Silk Petal Appliqué Velvet Hourglass Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and truly timeless Givenchy haute couture petal appliqued silk velvet hourglass gown dating back to his 1984 fall/winter runway collection.
Vintage 1979 Givenchy Haute Couture Navy & Ivory Silk Off-Shoulder Ruffle Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Givenchy's trademark of sculpted lines and luxurious fabrics make his work easily recognizable. This gorgeous gown, dating back to his 1979 collection, is a beautiful example of his ...
Givenchy 2000s Silky Black Asymmetrical Party Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sexy and slinky little black dress in a silk blend by Givenchy. Asymmetrically cut with adjustable strap that fall into a flowing side drape. Fully lined. Beautifully cut.
Givenchy Haute Couture black chiffon dress with pearly top
By Givenchy
Located in Paris, FR
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE (Made in France) Gorgeous long evening dress with short sleeves. It is composed of a long black silk chiffon gored skirt, and a hand-stitched top composed of r...
1998 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN for GIVENCHY COUTURE 'Blade Runner' Evening Gown
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A fine, and rare, Autumn/Winter, 1998 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN for GIVENCHY COUTURE 'Blade Runner Collection' evening gown.
1990's Lifetime Givenchy Couture Black Satin Coat Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fabulous lifetime Givenchy couture dress is unbelievably chic. Made from luxe black satin, this coat dress plays heavily on the masculine/feminine trend with a heavy emphasis on...
Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Black Velvet Dress, 1970s
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique, Givenchy
Located in Houston, TX
A 1970's Givenchy chic, black, velvet dress made of Viscos and Cupro. The dress features an angular geometric sweetheart neckline with spaghetti straps, buttoned up with polished geo...
Vintage 1979 Givenchy Haute-Couture Metallic Gold & Black Burnout Velvet Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Givenchy, the name itself evokes glamour, refined elegance, simplicity and style. Givenchy's trademark of sculpted lines and luxurious fabrics make his work easily recognizable. This...
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Givenchy Navy chiffon ruffle back mini dress
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
This navy chiffon Givenchy dress has a ruffle back and a high neckline.
Givenchy 1950s Strapless Printed Silk Devoré Velvet Dress + Stole
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Strapless printed silk paisley devoré velvet cocktail dress, silk chiffon trim on bust with folded drop bow. Matching fabric shawl with silk chiffon. SHAWL MEASUREMENTS Length -...
Givency Couture 1950s Printed Devoré Silk Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown has spectacular architectural details beginning with the plissé detail under the right arm to the dramatic 11 angle of the back shoulder. The draping on the skirt cowls to...
Unavailable
Size: Approx. FR 36-38 / US 4-6
Givenchy Haute Couture grey silk trained evening dress and cape, fw 2003
By Givenchy
Located in London, London
Givenchy Haute Couture, grey silk jersey trained evening gown with pleated bodice, circular cut out on the hip, two straps on one shoulder and hidden zip fastening on side seam. Sold...
Givenchy Sweetheart Taffeta and Velvet Patch Evening Babydoll Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful vintage piece by Givenchy is a velvet and taffeta blend shown in patch work and in the bodice. This dress has long sleeves and zipped back. The bodice made up of a swe...
Givenchy Haute Couture Striped Velvet And Taffeta Dress, Circa 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Givenchy Haute Couture, circa 1980's long sleeve striped velvet and taffeta dress, double side zip, shirred taffeta and polka-dot velvet waist, fully lined in silk.
Alexander McQueen Givenchy Couture Black Leopard Lace Evening Dress, Fall 1997
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Couture, Fall 1997, black spaghetti strap evening dress, boning at bust, leopard lace panels, fluted hem and concealed zip closure at side. FR. 42, U...
Fall 1996 John Galliano for Givenchy Couture Python Trim Gown
Located in New York, NY
Fall 1996 John Galliano for Givenchy haute couture black crepe gown with python trim.
Alexander McQueen Givenchy Couture Strapless Wool Embroidered Dress, Spring 1998
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Couture Runway Spring - Summer 1998 strapless wool dress with embroidery at sides, structured bodice, concealed zip closure at back and fully lined. N...
Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Velvet Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
Zig-zag patterned, textured velvet dress with rhinestone detail at top seam. Black velvet ribbon straps and tie belt.
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Givenchy Couture black dress, circa 1985
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
This fabulous Givenchy haute couture LBD will inject a touch of fun into a contemporary wardrobe. Perfect for parties, the dress is constructed in soft black velvet and with a taffet...
Givenchy black silk organza gown, 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless and chic Vintage Givenchy black silk organza gown with cris cross back and slightly cascading peplum hem.
Givenchy Couture Black Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a classic Givenchy Couture black velvet gown with white trim.
Black asymmetrical draped evening gown Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymetrical draped evening gown
Givenchy Evening Gown, Early 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous early 70s Givenchy deep purple viscose jersey evening gown with ruching at cuffs and down back. Condition: AS IS, some moth holes on front by neck and on some stitching is...
Silk and Lamé Givenchy Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
The gown is fully lined and finished by hand. Hand set zippers tailor the cuffs as well as up the center back of the gown. Internal waist stay out of grosgrain ribbon keeps the dres...
Givenchy Long Black Polka Dot Gown, Circa 1980
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black polka dot gown by Givenchy, from the Late 1970s early 1980's.
Givenchy Haute Couture One Shoulder Evening Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Austin, TX
Late 80s- early 90s Givenchy Haute Couture one shoulder evening gown.
F/W 1987 Givenchy Black Velvet Sculptural Rhinestone Strapless Gown
By Givenchy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black velvet Givenchy gown. Designed by Hubert de Givenchy for his Fall/Winter 1987 collection, this full-length gown is constructed of luxurious black velvet a...
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.
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.