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Givenchy Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size XXS Black Cotton Hooded Zip Up Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size XXS Black Cotton Hooded Zip Up Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size XXS Black Cotton Hooded Zip Up Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY sweatshirt in a black cotton featuring a hooded style, long sleeves, and zip up

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy Floral Sequin Embellished Sheer Sweatshirt - '10s
Givenchy Floral Sequin Embellished Sheer Sweatshirt - '10s

Givenchy Floral Sequin Embellished Sheer Sweatshirt - '10s

By Givenchy

Located in Milano, IT

Original Givenchy sweatshirt crafted from lightweight, sheer fabric, embellished with multicolour

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2010s French T-Shirts

GIVENCHY Size L Black Jesus Graphic Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size L Black Jesus Graphic Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size L Black Jesus Graphic Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY sweatshirt in a black cotton featuring tonal Jesus print, long sleeves, and crew neck

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

GIVENCHY Size L Cream Grey Jersey Double Layer Hooded Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size L Cream Grey Jersey Double Layer Hooded Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size L Cream Grey Jersey Double Layer Hooded Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY sweatshirt in a heather grey cotton jersey featuring a layered style with oversized cream

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

GIVENCHY Size M Black Red Logo Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size M Black Red Logo Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size M Black Red Logo Cotton Cuban Fit Crew Neck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY sweatshirt in a black cotton featuring logo with melting red roses design, long sleeves

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy Lace-Up Detail Sweatshirt
Givenchy Lace-Up Detail Sweatshirt

Givenchy Lace-Up Detail Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Givenchy Lace-Up Detail Sweatshirt Grey sweatshirt with white lace-up embellishment to the

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.
Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.

By Givenchy

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt top in size XS. This item is in very good

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2010s Sweaters

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.
Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt.

By Givenchy

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Givenchy, Bambi mirror outline crewneck sweatshirt top in size XS. This item is in very good

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2010s Sweaters

Givenchy Oversized Sweatshirt with White Patch
Givenchy Oversized Sweatshirt with White Patch

Givenchy Oversized Sweatshirt with White Patch

By Givenchy

Located in Milano, IT

This Givenchy sweater is crafted from cotton for long-lasting comfort. It has a unique silhouette

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2010s Pullovers

GIVENCHY Size XXL Black Angel Graphic Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size XXL Black Angel Graphic Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size XXL Black Angel Graphic Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY PARIS sweatshirt in a black cotton featuring white and red angel graphic on front and back

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

GIVENCHY Size S Cream Red Cotton -GV World Tour- Graphic Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size S Cream Red Cotton -GV World Tour- Graphic Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size S Cream Red Cotton -GV World Tour- Graphic Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY "GV World Tour" sweatshirt in a cream cotton knit featuring blue and red graphic print

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Chanel 2020 White Shiny Goatskin Interlocking CC Logo Combat Boots
Chanel 2020 White Shiny Goatskin Interlocking CC Logo Combat Boots

Chanel 2020 White Shiny Goatskin Interlocking CC Logo Combat Boots

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

oversized sweatshirt, a Givenchy mini backpack, or a classic Chanel tweed jacket for a chic yet edgy look

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boots

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Givenchy Black Printed Cotton Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Printed Cotton Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Printed Cotton Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

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2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Grey Embroidered Wool Knit Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Grey Embroidered Wool Knit Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Grey Embroidered Wool Knit Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade materials

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sweaters

Givenchy Red Cotton Knit Hooded Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Red Cotton Knit Hooded Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Red Cotton Knit Hooded Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Red/Black Jersey Colorblock Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Red/Black Jersey Colorblock Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Red/Black Jersey Colorblock Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

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2010s French Sweaters

Givenchy Black Applique Faun Motif Cross Cotton Sweatshirt M
Givenchy Black Applique Faun Motif Cross Cotton Sweatshirt M

Givenchy Black Applique Faun Motif Cross Cotton Sweatshirt M

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

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2010s Pullovers

Givenchy F/W2013 Sequinn Ecstasy Sweatshirt
Givenchy F/W2013 Sequinn Ecstasy Sweatshirt

Givenchy F/W2013 Sequinn Ecstasy Sweatshirt

By Givenchy, Ricardo Tisci

Located in Seattle, WA

Featured on Ricardo Tisci F/W2013 Runway. Size: S, fits true to size, the piece is originally a womenswear piece. Condition: In near pristine condition with no signs of usage. Fee...

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2010s French Pullovers

Givenchy F/W2013 Robert Mapplethorpe Naked Woman Sweatshirt
Givenchy F/W2013 Robert Mapplethorpe Naked Woman Sweatshirt

Givenchy F/W2013 Robert Mapplethorpe Naked Woman Sweatshirt

By Givenchy, Ricardo Tisci

Located in Seattle, WA

Worn at the F/W13 runway. Used but still in great condition. Fit is oversized. Size: M, fits up to a Large Condition: 9/10. No significant flaws. Feels free to message me with any...

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2010s French Pullovers

Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy Black Men's Distressed Sweatshirt, Spring 2016
Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy Black Men's Distressed Sweatshirt, Spring 2016

Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy Black Men's Distressed Sweatshirt, Spring 2016

By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy, Spring 2016 Runway black distressed cotton sweatshirt with appliquéd

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Shirts

GIVENCHY black cotton lace gold zip pullover sweater FR40 L
GIVENCHY black cotton lace gold zip pullover sweater FR40 L

GIVENCHY black cotton lace gold zip pullover sweater FR40 L

By Givenchy

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Details: The Givenchy sweatshirt is a black design featuring a lace pattern and lace-trim embellishments

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2010s Italian Pullovers

Givenchy Rottweiler Print Cotton Sweatshirt
Givenchy Rottweiler Print Cotton Sweatshirt

Givenchy Rottweiler Print Cotton Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Givenchy Rottweiler Print Cotton Sweatshirt Black sweatshirt crafted from cotton with Rottweiler

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy Robot Print Crew-Neck Sweatshirt
Givenchy Robot Print Crew-Neck Sweatshirt

Givenchy Robot Print Crew-Neck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Cozy with a futuristic twist! Up your loungewear game with our Givenchy robot sweatshirt! Soft

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21st Century and Contemporary French Pullovers

Givenchy Black Love Print Sweatshirt Size L
Givenchy Black Love Print Sweatshirt Size L

Givenchy Black Love Print Sweatshirt Size L

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the sweatshirt is evident. Minimal wear to the neckline and

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

GIVENCHY Size XXL Yellow Cotton Star Crewneck Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY Size XXL Yellow Cotton Star Crewneck Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY Size XXL Yellow Cotton Star Crewneck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY pullover sweatshirt comes in yellow jersey with a ribbed crewneck black star graphic on

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Pullovers

GIVENCHY S/S 2012 Size M Black Print Cotton Crew-Neck Sweatshirt
GIVENCHY S/S 2012 Size M Black Print Cotton Crew-Neck Sweatshirt

GIVENCHY S/S 2012 Size M Black Print Cotton Crew-Neck Sweatshirt

By Givenchy

Located in San Francisco, CA

GIVENCHY S/S 2012 sweatshirt comes in a black print cotton featuring a oversized fit and a crew

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Rottweiler cotton hoodie sweatshirt XS
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Rottweiler cotton hoodie sweatshirt XS

GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Rottweiler cotton hoodie sweatshirt XS

By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Rottweiler cotton hoodie sweatshirt XS Reference: GEGG/A00155 Brand

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2010s Portuguese Pullovers

Givenchy Black Cotton Quilted Patch Detail Crewneck Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Cotton Quilted Patch Detail Crewneck Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Cotton Quilted Patch Detail Crewneck Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Givenchy sweatshirt is crafted using cotton and designed with quilted panels on the shoulders

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Jackets

Givenchy Black Distressed Logo Print Cotton Sweatshirt M
Givenchy Black Distressed Logo Print Cotton Sweatshirt M

Givenchy Black Distressed Logo Print Cotton Sweatshirt M

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designed for a relaxed fit this Givenchy sweatshirt is perfect for layering or wearing solo

Category

2010s Sweaters

Givenchy Black Shark Printed Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Shark Printed Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Shark Printed Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Givenchy sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy Mesh Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Small
Givenchy Mesh Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Small

Givenchy Mesh Paneled Cotton Sweatshirt Small

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Givenchy mesh paneled cotton sweatshirt. Black. Long sleeve, crewneck. Slips on. Size: Small (UK 8

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21st Century and Contemporary Pullovers

Givenchy Black Rottweiler Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Rottweiler Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Rottweiler Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade materials

Category

2010s European Shirts

Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Distressed Cotton Crewneck Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade materials

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sweaters

Givenchy Black Knit Tape Detail Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Knit Tape Detail Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Knit Tape Detail Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Destroyed Effect Cotton Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Destroyed Effect Cotton Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Destroyed Effect Cotton Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience comfort with never ending style as you don this super chic sweatshirt from Givenchy

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Cotton Logo Printed Distressed Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Cotton Logo Printed Distressed Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Cotton Logo Printed Distressed Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Basic sweatshirts are a must-have for any wardrobe! Givenchy brings you the best. Made from cotton

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2010s Italian Jackets

Givenchy Black Lambskin & Neoprene Star Embroidered Sweatshirt M
Givenchy Black Lambskin & Neoprene Star Embroidered Sweatshirt M

Givenchy Black Lambskin & Neoprene Star Embroidered Sweatshirt M

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Sweatshirts like this are the best pick on days you want to dress comfortably. Made from quality

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2010s European Sweaters

Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Sweatshirts like this are the best pick on days you want to dress comfortably. Made from quality

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Black Ripped Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Sweatshirts like this are the best pick on days you want to dress comfortably. Made from quality

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Logo Embroidered Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XL
Givenchy Black Logo Embroidered Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XL

Givenchy Black Logo Embroidered Cotton Knit Sweatshirt XL

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

Category

2010s French Sweaters

Givenchy Black Vintage Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt L
Givenchy Black Vintage Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt L

Givenchy Black Vintage Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt L

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade materials

Category

2010s Italian Jackets

Givenchy Navy Blue Navy Blue Applique Detail Sweatshirt L
Givenchy Navy Blue Navy Blue Applique Detail Sweatshirt L

Givenchy Navy Blue Navy Blue Applique Detail Sweatshirt L

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Burgundy Wool Knit Star Badge Detail Sweatshirt XS
Givenchy Burgundy Wool Knit Star Badge Detail Sweatshirt XS

Givenchy Burgundy Wool Knit Star Badge Detail Sweatshirt XS

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high-grade materials

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sweaters

Givenchy Black Cotton Faded Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt M
Givenchy Black Cotton Faded Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt M

Givenchy Black Cotton Faded Logo Print Hooded Sweatshirt M

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using high grade materials

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Navy Blue Stars Applique Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt M
Givenchy Navy Blue Stars Applique Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt M

Givenchy Navy Blue Stars Applique Cotton Crew Neck Sweatshirt M

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

Category

2010s Pullovers

Givenchy Black Logo Tape Trim Wool Knit Crew Neck Sweatshirt L
Givenchy Black Logo Tape Trim Wool Knit Crew Neck Sweatshirt L

Givenchy Black Logo Tape Trim Wool Knit Crew Neck Sweatshirt L

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

sweatshirt is a versatile piece and can be styled in many ways. It has been made using fine fabric.

Category

2010s Italian Sweaters

Givenchy Stars And Stripes Red/black Sweatshirt (LARGE)
Givenchy Stars And Stripes Red/black Sweatshirt (LARGE)

Givenchy Stars And Stripes Red/black Sweatshirt (LARGE)

By Givenchy

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Mr Richardo Tisci called the FW12 Givenchy show ‘American Dream’. Stars and stripes are a recurring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sweaters

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Hooded Sweatshirt S
Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Hooded Sweatshirt S

Givenchy Black Logo Print Cotton Distressed Hooded Sweatshirt S

By Givenchy

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Basic sweatshirts are a must-have for any wardrobe! Givenchy brings you the best. Made from cotton

Category

2010s Italian Hooded Jackets

Givenchy Rottweiler Cuban Sweatshirt, Spring Summer 2015
Givenchy Rottweiler Cuban Sweatshirt, Spring Summer 2015

Givenchy Rottweiler Cuban Sweatshirt, Spring Summer 2015

By Givenchy, Ricardo Tisci

Located in Seattle, WA

Iconic design by Ricardo Tisci. Size on tag: L Condition: 9/10. Near Mint. Feels free to message me with any questions regarding inquiries.

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2010s Tunisian Pullovers

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Givenchy Sweatshirt For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary givenchy sweatshirt you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Yellow and more. You’re likely to find the perfect givenchy sweatshirt among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Givenchy Sweatshirt?

Prices for a givenchy sweatshirt can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $200 and can go as high as $1,281, while, on average they fetch $520.

Givenchy for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Sweaters for You

The vintage sweaters in your dresser may have humble origins, but they can’t be beaten for year-round fashion.

In the 15th century, sweaters originated as jersey tunics and other knitted shirts designed to keep sailors and fishermen warm. Later, during the 1880s in America, these knitted or crocheted vests or pullovers — in Britain, “jumpers” — were thought to substantially help athletes shed pounds as needed. Sweaters were an ideal garment for sports and outdoor events in the late 19th century. The knit fabric permitted movement but the material also protected against the cold. It wasn’t until the 1920s, however, that sweaters were introduced to the world of high fashion, thanks to pioneering designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli, Coco Chanel and Jeanne Lanvin.

A versatile garment, sweaters go well with most looks — from a casual gathering over drinks with friends to complementing a professional ensemble for the office to a night out at the theater. Simply pair a timeless cardigan with slacks or a skirt and your nicest dress shoes for any occasion, in any season, to tie an outfit together.

Once they were considered en vogue, sweaters were no longer strictly made with natural fibers like wool. Over time, fashion designers introduced the use of softer, synthetic materials. Today, traditional sweaters, such as those made with merino wool, are just as popular as more modern creations, such as the sweater dress. Similar to sweatshirts, sweaters come in all kinds of materials, from light synthetic blends perfect for spring to heavier fabrics, like cable-knit wool, to stay cozy and warm in winter and embrace the Danish concept of hygge.

A crucial factor that goes into selecting the perfect sweater is the material. High-quality wool, such as merino wool, which is soft and breathable, will feel luxurious and keep you warm on even the chilliest of evenings. Alpaca fleece, the fibers of which are native to Peru, offers the same warmth as wool, but an alpaca sweater is going to feel even softer than a merino wool sweater, similar to cashmere. Who doesn’t want a slouchy, oversize sweater made of a mix of mohair, nylon and wool on those subzero East Coast nights?

It’s important to note that wool can be a finicky material, easy to stain or distort and stretch. Synthetic materials are not only lightweight, but a nylon or polyester sweater will also be easier to wash and care for. If you opt for wool, take care of your sweater — fabric shavers, fabric combs and the local dry cleaner are your friends.

Sweaters come in various styles like V-neck, turtleneck and crewneck, which is the most popular style. For those extra cold days, a turtleneck offers added warmth without sacrificing style. Those looking for a casual touch that still emphasizes elegance can opt for a long tunic or scoop-neck pullover.

Maybe Versace or Gucci sweaters catch your eye, or ’90s fashion is your thing and a color-blocked sweater dress or John Galliano cardigan of the era is already a closet staple for you. Perhaps you’d rather opt for a 1970s long-sleeve knit top from Yves Saint Laurent. Either way, you’ll find exactly the black, beige or red vintage sweater you’re looking for in men, women or unisex styles today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Givenchy
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Givenchy is most famous for his chic Parisian clothes, particularly for dressing Audrey Hepburn in her Breakfast at Tiffany's gown. His collections are thought to reinterpret sophistication and elegance.