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2-Piece Givenchy 70s Red Broadtail and Crochet Chenille Bodysuit
2-Piece Givenchy 70s Red Broadtail and Crochet Chenille Bodysuit

2-Piece Givenchy 70s Red Broadtail and Crochet Chenille Bodysuit

By Givenchy

Located in Gresham, OR

This Haute Couture Givenchy maxi-skirt in vibrant red broad tail with a black crochet bodysuit was custom made for Countess Claudia Osborne of Madrid.

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1970s French Maxi Dress

Givenchy set Haute Couture 1998
Givenchy set Haute Couture 1998

Givenchy set Haute Couture 1998

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Givenchy Haute Couture - Collection Autumn-Winter 1998 by Alexander McQueen.

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1990s Trouser Pant Suits

Givenchy Haute Couture dress 1968
Givenchy Haute Couture dress 1968

Givenchy Haute Couture dress 1968

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

No size indicated, but it fits a French size 34/36. Haute Couture Collection 1958 under the artistic direction of Hubert de Givenchy

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Suede Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture Suede Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture Suede Coat

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Surely Givenchy must have been influenced by the street fashions of the hippies in the early 1970's when he designed this unusual suede coat from the Haute Couture collections.

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1970s French Coats

Givenchy Black Haute Couture Coat Dress
Givenchy Black Haute Couture Coat Dress

Givenchy Black Haute Couture Coat Dress

By Givenchy

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Givenchy black haute couture silk coat dress, size 6/8

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Red Leather Haute Couture Skirt
Givenchy Red Leather Haute Couture Skirt

Givenchy Red Leather Haute Couture Skirt

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Givenchy - Haute Couture red leather skirt. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR.

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1990s A-Line Skirts

Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament
Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament

Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This elegant hair ornament from Givenchy Haute Couture has fanciful feathers that are wrapped with black satin and secured to a tortoise look hair comb.

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20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament
Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament

Givenchy Haute Couture Feather Hair Ornament

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This elegant hair ornament from Givenchy Haute Couture has fanciful feathers that are wrapped with black velvet and secured to a tortoise look hair comb.

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20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture One Shoulder Evening Gown
Givenchy Haute Couture One Shoulder Evening Gown

Givenchy Haute Couture One Shoulder Evening Gown

By Givenchy

Located in Austin, TX

Late 80s- early 90s Givenchy Haute Couture one shoulder evening gown.

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Givenchy Haute Couture Iridescence  Fabric Trench Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture Iridescence  Fabric Trench Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture Iridescence Fabric Trench Coat

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Givenchy Haute Couture iridescence fabric trench coat.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coats and Outerwear

Givenchy Haute Couture Gown no. 58249, 1970s
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown no. 58249, 1970s

Givenchy Haute Couture Gown no. 58249, 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Studio City, CA

A 1970s Givenchy haute couture gown with full sleeves in shades of cranberry pink, mauve and green, with silk trim and two interchangeable belts.

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

RARE Givenchy Haute Couture Hot Pants Suit
RARE Givenchy Haute Couture Hot Pants Suit

RARE Givenchy Haute Couture Hot Pants Suit

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This is a rare item from the Haute Couture collections of that time. The tailored double breasted blazer is cotton velvet, styled with faux pockets and a weighted hemline and it is ...

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1970s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Givenchy Haute Couture Black Satin Evening Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Black Satin Evening Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Black Satin Evening Dress

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This sexy black satin evening gown is spare and elegant, a perfect backdrop for your best jewelry, to say nothing of how it showcases your legs! The off the shoulder dress has long ...

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20th Century French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Colour Blocked Geometric Leather Jacket
Givenchy Haute Couture Colour Blocked Geometric Leather Jacket

Givenchy Haute Couture Colour Blocked Geometric Leather Jacket

By Givenchy

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Hubert de Givenchy haute couture blue/black/grey colour blocked geometric patching leather jacket

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

Givenchy Haute Couture Silk & Satin Booties, Runway Worn
Givenchy Haute Couture Silk & Satin Booties, Runway Worn

Givenchy Haute Couture Silk & Satin Booties, Runway Worn

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Lavender silk and pale pink satin are used for these ultra feminine short booties from the Givenchy Haute Couture runway. Lined in soft beige kidskin they are marked Hand Made in Ita...

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Late 20th Century French Shoes

Givenchy Haute Couture Black Silk Cloque Evening Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Black Silk Cloque Evening Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Black Silk Cloque Evening Dress

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

The skirt is fully lined and the dress bears the Givenchy Haute Couture label. it is in pristine condition.

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Bustier Embroidered Silk Chiffon Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Bustier Embroidered Silk Chiffon Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Bustier Embroidered Silk Chiffon Dress

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Givenchy Haute Couture (Made in France) Amazing dress composed of red silk chiffon embroidered with beads, cabochons, and sequins.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture yellow daisy silk day dress
Givenchy Haute Couture yellow daisy silk day dress

Givenchy Haute Couture yellow daisy silk day dress

By Givenchy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Givenchy Haute Couture yellow daisy silk day dress.

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Late 20th Century French Casual Dresses

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Silk Gazar Evening Dress
Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Silk Gazar Evening Dress

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Silk Gazar Evening Dress

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Light and sheer silk gazar is the perfect fabric for this bare and beautiful evening dress. A low cut neckline with narrow straps that criss-cross over a bare back is the key design ...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Givenchy V Neckline Gazar Dress Haute Couture 34FR, 1980s
Givenchy V Neckline Gazar Dress Haute Couture 34FR, 1980s

Givenchy V Neckline Gazar Dress Haute Couture 34FR, 1980s

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Givenchy -V neckline gazar dress decorated with polychromatic flowers on a green background and a bow on the front. Size and composition labels missing, it fits a 34FR. Circa 1980 Co...

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Framed Croquis of a Pink Gown
Givenchy Haute Couture Framed Croquis of a Pink Gown

Givenchy Haute Couture Framed Croquis of a Pink Gown

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Sketch of a day dress produced in a limited number for couture clients, with an attached fabric sample. Measurements; Height 11 3/4" Width 8 1/4" Framed Height 121/4" Widt...

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Late 20th Century Decorative Objects

Givenchy Haute Couture Marbelized Gold Kidskin Shoes, Never Worn
Givenchy Haute Couture Marbelized Gold Kidskin Shoes, Never Worn

Givenchy Haute Couture Marbelized Gold Kidskin Shoes, Never Worn

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

A fabulous gold kidskin is patterned to look like marble with delicate veining throughout. The shoes slip on with three elasticized panels. The heel is high and narrow and they have ...

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20th Century French Shoes

Vintage Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Black Strapless Ruffled Gown, 1970s
Vintage Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Black Strapless Ruffled Gown, 1970s

Vintage Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Black Strapless Ruffled Gown, 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Established in 1952, the house of Givenchy has become renowned as one of the quintessential fashion houses associated with the drama and opulence of haute couture.

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Strapless Dress Haute Couture with Matching Bag 36FR, 1997
Givenchy Strapless Dress Haute Couture with Matching Bag 36FR, 1997

Givenchy Strapless Dress Haute Couture with Matching Bag 36FR, 1997

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Spring-Summer 1997 Haute Couture Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 46 cm Waist: 33...

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20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE  Peach Silk Gown of the late Betsy Bloomingdale
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE  Peach Silk Gown of the late Betsy Bloomingdale

GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE Peach Silk Gown of the late Betsy Bloomingdale

By Givenchy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a vintage long peach silk gown by Givenchy, from the 1970's. The gown has a constructed bodice and a draped sleeve over the shoulder. There is some discoloration due to age. ...

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20th Century French Evening Gowns

Givenchy 1990s Haute Couture Veste Jupes FR38 Golden Brocade Ensemble UK10 US8
Givenchy 1990s Haute Couture Veste Jupes FR38 Golden Brocade Ensemble UK10 US8

Givenchy 1990s Haute Couture Veste Jupes FR38 Golden Brocade Ensemble UK10 US8

By Givenchy

Located in PARIS, FR

Givenchy Haute Couture set in gold-toned silk brocade, consisting of a jacket, round collar closed by 5 enameled buttons, straight cut, long sleeves closed by 2 buttons, and 2 straig...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Givenchy Haute Leopard Envelope Clutch
Vintage Givenchy Haute Leopard Envelope Clutch

Vintage Givenchy Haute Leopard Envelope Clutch

By Givenchy

Located in Palm Springs, CA

The piece is accented by elaborate silver-tone trimmings on the front, stamped Givenchy haute couture on the interior, circa 1980s - 1990s.

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1980s French Clutches

Givenchy  Couture Colorful Broad Brimmed Hat
Givenchy  Couture Colorful Broad Brimmed Hat

Givenchy Couture Colorful Broad Brimmed Hat

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This amazing hat is from a Givenchy Haute Couture runway show in the 1990's. The colors are spectacular, bright yellow, green, blue, magenta, black and metallic gold combine in this ...

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1980s French Hats

Givenchy Couture Runway Worn Red & Black Feather Fascinator
Givenchy Couture Runway Worn Red & Black Feather Fascinator

Givenchy Couture Runway Worn Red & Black Feather Fascinator

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

A fanciful feather head piece, this was worn by model Deon for the Winter 1994 Givenchy Haute Couture runway show. A sleek black velvet headband is the base for the feathers and ther...

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1990s French Hats

GIVENCHY By ALEXANDER MCQUEEN S/S 1998 Rare Jacquard Skirt Suit
GIVENCHY By ALEXANDER MCQUEEN S/S 1998 Rare Jacquard Skirt Suit

GIVENCHY By ALEXANDER MCQUEEN S/S 1998 Rare Jacquard Skirt Suit

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Spring Summer 1998 Rare Floral Jacquard Suit FR36 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1998 Material: Jacquard Colou...

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1990s French Skirt Suits

A Hubert De Givenchy Gazar Silk Couture Dress numbered 18481 Collection 1960
A Hubert De Givenchy Gazar Silk Couture Dress numbered 18481 Collection 1960

A Hubert De Givenchy Gazar Silk Couture Dress numbered 18481 Collection 1960

By Givenchy

Located in Toulon, FR

White woven label, black graphics Givenchy Paris. Hubert de Givenchy's haute couture ball gown from the 1960 collection attested by the model's photo in black and white.

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1960s French Evening Dresses

An Hubert de Givenchy French Couture Cream and Black silk Evening Set Circa 1965
An Hubert de Givenchy French Couture Cream and Black silk Evening Set Circa 1965

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...

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1960s French Evening Dresses

1960s Couture Patchwork Chinese Silk Coat
1960s Couture Patchwork Chinese Silk Coat

1960s Couture Patchwork Chinese Silk Coat

Located in London, GB

The coat came from a very wealthy Hamptons estate with a dazzling array of clothing from American's greatest designers: Bill Blass, Oscar de la Renta, Bob Mackie and Halston. Many h...

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1960s American Coats and Outerwear

Givenchy dress Haute couture 1991s
Givenchy dress Haute couture 1991s

Givenchy dress Haute couture 1991s

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. A Haute Couture Collection circa 1991, under the artistic direction of Hubert de Givenchy.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Jacket
Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Jacket

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Jacket

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

A bright blue cashmere and wool blend fabric, in a winter weight, is trimmed with three jeweled buttons for a perfect day or evening jacket. It is fully lined in a matching blue silk...

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Late 20th Century French Cropped Jackets

Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

Spring-Summer 1960 Givenchy (un-labelled) haute couture “Jeanne Moreau” off-white linen day dress with pointed cummerbund belt fastened with a single button, tying obi-style at the f...

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1960s French Sheath Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Oversized Straw Boater
Givenchy Haute Couture Oversized Straw Boater

Givenchy Haute Couture Oversized Straw Boater

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Creamy white woven straw is used for this charming boater with an oversized brim. It is in excellent condition. Measurements; Height 2.75" Width 15" front to back Interior circum...

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Late 20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Gardening Hat, Bunny Mellon
Givenchy Haute Couture Gardening Hat, Bunny Mellon

Givenchy Haute Couture Gardening Hat, Bunny Mellon

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Givenchy Haute Couture Gardening Hat from Bunny Mellon's estate in a tie dyed denim blue lightweight cotton.

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1960s French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Catwalk Dress, Circa 1975
Givenchy Haute Couture Catwalk Dress, Circa 1975

Givenchy Haute Couture Catwalk Dress, Circa 1975

By Givenchy

Located in Toulon, FR

Perfect condition. G for Givenchy, Tania is the first name of the mannequin who wore this made-to-measure gown. 37 is the running order number in the Haute Couture catwalk show.

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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

With a slight Balenciaga feeling (as he was admired by Givenchy), this stunning numbered (n° 17747) emerald 50's Givenchy haute couture coat is a master piece !

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1950s French Cocoon Coats

Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Numbered 77304
Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Numbered 77304

Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Numbered 77304

By Givenchy

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980 France Hubert de Givenchy dress Haute Couture Numbered 77304. Silk crepe with graphic harlequin print in black and white.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Yellow Straw Boater Hat
Givenchy Haute Couture Yellow Straw Boater Hat

Givenchy Haute Couture Yellow Straw Boater Hat

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

A sunflower yellow straw boater with a gros grain ribbon hatband was designed by Hubert de Givenchy for his couture collection. It is in excellent condition. Measurements; Interior...

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Late 20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Lesage Embroidered Evening Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Lesage Embroidered Evening Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Lesage Embroidered Evening Dress

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

The cream colored silk organza bodice of this elegant evening dress is embellished by hand at the House of Lesage, Paris for Givenchy Haute Couture. The beaded design of boteh and f...

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20th Century French Empire Waist Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Navy Blue Straw Boater
Givenchy Haute Couture Navy Blue Straw Boater

Givenchy Haute Couture Navy Blue Straw Boater

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

A perky little navy straw boater has a navy blue grosgrain ribbon hatband and flat bow. It is in excellent condition. Measurements; Height 3" Width 12" Interior circumference 20.5"

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Late 20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Pink Ottoman Short-sleeve Jacket Haute Couture
Givenchy Pink Ottoman Short-sleeve Jacket Haute Couture

Givenchy Pink Ottoman Short-sleeve Jacket Haute Couture

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. 1985 circa Haute Couture Collection by Hubert de Givenchy.

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1980s Jackets

Givenchy Haute Couture Panama Straw Hat, Snakeskin Band
Givenchy Haute Couture Panama Straw Hat, Snakeskin Band

Givenchy Haute Couture Panama Straw Hat, Snakeskin Band

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

The hat is in excellent condition and bears the numbered label from Givenchy Haute Couture. Measurements; Height 4" Width 14" Interior circumference 22"

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20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Oversized Straw Hat
Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Oversized Straw Hat

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Oversized Straw Hat

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Designed for the Ete 96, or summer Haute Couture collection in 1996, this large mocha colored straw hat is guaranteed to get you noticed while it protects you from the sun. A rigid w...

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1990s French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Lavender Straw Hat
Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Lavender Straw Hat

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Lavender Straw Hat

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

My client, an International Socialite, is a regular attendee at the Haute Couture fashion shows in Paris and Milan. As a valued customer, and friend of the designers, she has backsta...

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Late 20th Century French Hats

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture  Coat, Skirt & Pants Ensemble
Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture  Coat, Skirt & Pants Ensemble

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Coat, Skirt & Pants Ensemble

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Made from a traditional light weight menswear wool this coat and skirt or coat and pant ensemble is timeless. The coat has peaked lapels, a three button closure, a breast pocket and...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirt Suits

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Green Fox Jacket
Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Green Fox Jacket

Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Worn Green Fox Jacket

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Runway worn, the name of the model is sewn inside this stunning fox fur jacket. The fur us soft and luxurious, the lining is a matching green quilted silk. It is in excellent condi...

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20th Century French Swing Coats

1970's GIVENCHY haute couture purple velvet jacket
1970's GIVENCHY haute couture purple velvet jacket

1970's GIVENCHY haute couture purple velvet jacket

By Givenchy

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Fits a size US 2 to petite 6. Approximate measurements: length 28" and underarm to cuff 16". Bust and waist are fully adjustable. Fully lined in silk. Made in France. Excellent condi...

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1970s French Jackets

Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Dress with Bare Back & Diamante
Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Dress with Bare Back & Diamante

Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Dress with Bare Back & Diamante

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

This glamorous black silk velvet dress from Givenchy Haute Couture is embellished with large square cut diamante as well as smaller round stones.

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20th Century French Evening Gowns

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Beaded Blue & White Gown & Stole
Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Beaded Blue & White Gown & Stole

Givenchy Numbered Haute Couture Beaded Blue & White Gown & Stole

By Givenchy

Located in New Hope, PA

Bright blue silk gazar is hand appliqued with blue and white beaded flowers and leaves on the strapless bodice of this Haute Couture gown from Givenchy. There is a boned tulle corse...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress
1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Timeless Little black dress 1960s Givenchy haute couture silk matelassé is a Classic Audrey Hepburn style dress.

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1960s French Day Dresses

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Haute Couture Givenchy For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary haute couture givenchy you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Blue and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect haute couture givenchy may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Givenchy, Hubert de Givenchy and Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Haute Couture Givenchy?

On average, a haute couture givenchy on 1stDibs sells for $2,200, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $38,680 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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.