Givenchy Patent and Soutache Belt
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Striking Givenchy belt of black patent leather with vibrant purple soutache trim and large oval bakelite buckle. Slides and holds with no hoods or eyes...
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.
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Givenchy Patent and Soutache Belt
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Striking Givenchy belt of black patent leather with vibrant purple soutache trim and large oval bakelite buckle. Slides and holds with no hoods or eyes...
Givenchy Gold Hardware Chain-Link Belt with Signature Name Plate
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Rare Givenchy gold hardware chain-link belt with signature name plate measures 6/8" x 32" in length.
Givenchy G-Chain Silver-Tone & Red Leather Belt
By Givenchy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Givenchy G-Chain Silver-Tone & Red Leather Belt is a striking accessory that effortlessly combines luxury with contemporary style. The belt features a polished silver-tone iconic...
Rare Givenchy Huge Silver & Gold Hardware Buckle with Coco-Brown Calfskin Belt
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy's rare Huge silver and gold hardware buckle is engraved on the back with "Givenchy" and "Made in France". The Hardware buckle measures 4 1/4" x 4 1/4". The belt itself measu...
Valentino Red Suede Pop Art Statement Belt, 2016
By Valentino
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Maria Grazia Chiuri is one of the designers of the decade. Her imaginative designs convey a sense of wonder, artistic opulence, and balance. Her creative direction of Valentino in 20...
1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT gilt coin charm belt or necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent coin belt is made with a substantial gold-tone curb chain. Along its length hang 16 irregularly struck medallion coins—some round, others cut into crescent or...
S/S 1988 Gianni Versace Ad Oversized Rhinestone Black Ribbed Satin Leather 65
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black wide Gianni Versace belt, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1988 collection, this beautiful cloth belt features a ribbed fabric at the st...
Gucci Leather Belt King Crown New, Never Worn 1990s
By Gucci
Located in Wallkill, NY
Rich brown leather with Red background material depicting a king's Crown. Labeled 85-34. Has Gold tone Hardware Measuring 1.15 inches wide. It's 35 inches long 1st belt hole at 31.5 ...
HERMES c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware
By Hermès, ERIC BERGERE
Located in Thiensville, WI
Hermes c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware Brand / Manufacturer: Hermes Designer: Eric Bergere Circa: 1980's Sty...
Yves Saint Laurent belt by Yves Saint Laurent circa 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Black extensible braid belt interspaced with detachable golden metal l...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Orange Suede Gold High Waist Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent High Waist Belt, Orange Suede on Gold leather details, Made in France Measurements: 85 (buckle included) x8cm Condition details: 1980s, vintage, a little mark ...
CoCo Chanel Haute Couture Lion Belt Maison Goossens
By Chanel, Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
CoCo Chanel early chain belt composed of signature curb chain with classic signature lions head motifs terminating in an adjustable pendant tassel. Coco Chanel synthesizes her favor...
Christian Lacroix jewelry belt by Christian Lacroix circa 2000
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX - A Collection circa 2000 under the artistic direction of Christian Lacroix. Satin jewelry belt sewn with metallic pearls and metallic threads. Not signed. Condit...
CHANEL Vintage Red Leather Gold Chain Link CC Logo Belt
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France Signed CHANEL Gold Plated Clasp closure Measurements approx.: 28" long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piece and may s...
Hermes Constance H Black Box Leather Belt
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Black “Constance” box leather belt featuring an inside camel leather, a “H” gold plated buckle, a pitted I in a round. Estimated Belt Si...
Chanel leather belt by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1992
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 1992 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'Le look cuir' Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Golden metal belt interlaced with black leather and ornamented with...
Vintage Givenchy 1980s Red Soft Leather Belt with Gold Logo Buckle
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Givenchy belt in soft red leather, made in France. Features a bold gold statement buckle engraved with the Givenchy logo. Wide, structured, and perfect for defining the...
Givenchy Leather Belt - '10s
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Givenchy Leather Belt is crafted from genuine calfskin leather in classic black. A silver toned 4G buckle closure ensures a secure fit, accented with the iconic Givenchy signatu...
Givenchy Blue/Green Hand Made Macrame Wrap Belt with Givenchy Logo Beadwork
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
This amazing belt will transform any outfit, the color, design and movement are just fabulous. A wide band of macrame is finished with a long fringe consisting of pairs of cord with...
GIVENCHY Waist Size S Red Patent Leather Corset Waist Belt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY waist belt features a thick red patent leather strap with side cutouts and dark silver tone metal oversized logo buckle. Made in France. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Mark...
Vintage GIVENCHY Size 44 Black & Brown Reversible Gold Buckle Dress Belt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage GIVENCHY dress belt features a dual tone brown and black reversible leather strap with a Gold tone metal buckle. Includes tags and both ...
GIVENCHY Black & Brown Reversible Silver Logo Buckle Belt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY dress belt features a dual tone brown and black reversible clamp closure strap with silver tone rectangular logo embossed buckle. Made in Italy. New with Tags. Marked: (no...
Givenchy Paris Fuchsia Suede Wide Belt c 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in University City, MO
Givenchy Paris Fuchsia suede wide belt c 1980 The stylish belt is designed with plush suede with two ribbed bands in a curved sinuous shape The f...
Givenchy Patent and Soutache Belt
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy's patent wide belt with wavy soutache trim and large bakelite buckle from the 1980's. Excellent condition. France 1980's. Buckle 3.5 x 3" , ...
GIVENCHY suede belt with oversized studded buckle
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Size 48. Made in France. Good/Very good condition -- some minor gold loss on the buckle and a small chip at the very end of the hook.