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.
1990s Givenchy Size 10 / 40 By Alexander McQueen Silver Logo Kitten Heels Shoes
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare GIVENCHY by Alexander McQueen vintage 90s silver embossed kitten heels in hard to find Size 10 / 40! Features silver embossed leather with silver metal Givenchy logo at each toe...
2000s Givenchy Silver Metallic Snake Print Shoes / Kitten Heels Sz 40 / 9.5 - 10
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new pair of early 2000s / Y2K vintage silver Givenchy kitten heels! Just the right amount of height. Silver Givenchy logo plate on each toe. Unique shaped toe that is...
Givenchy, high top sneakers in white
By Givenchy
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Givenchy, high top sneakers in white. The item is in good condition.
Givenchy, George V sock sneaker in black
By Givenchy
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Givenchy, George V sock sneaker in black. The item is in very good condition.
Givenchy Sock Boots New 39.5
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy boots with socks.socks is attached and can not be removed from boot. Brand new, never worn with box,dust bag. Size 39.5. made in italy. Bottom of the boot is rubber and th...
Olive Givenchy Suede Wedge Mid-Calf Boots Size 37
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Olive suede pointed-toe wedge heel mid-calf boots by Givenchy. Silver-tone hardware. Buckle accents at shafts. Zip closures at inner sides. 5.5" shaft height, 4.5" heel height. Desi...
Givenchy Biker Half Boots IT 39
By Givenchy
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Black color Metal studs 4 Buckles Heel height cm 3 (1,18 inches) Worldwide express shipping included in the price !
Givenchy Open toe size 36
By Givenchy
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Croc-print leather Dark brown color Front zip closure Heel height cm 10 (393 inches) With dustbags and box
Givenchy Leather High Top Sneakers - '10s
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elevate your shoe game with the Givenchy Leather High Top Sneakers. Crafted in white leather, these sneakers feature a colorful floral pattern on the back tab, adding a touch of play...
Givenchy Urban Street Sneakers - '20s
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Givenchy sneakers in white leather, classic low-top design with a golden interior and back tab for a luxurious touch to a classic everyday footwear. Measurement: Insole Length:30;H...
GIVENCHY Size 11 Black White Checkered Leather High Top Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci high top sneakers comes in a black and white leather featuring a checkered style, rubber sole, and a lace up style.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Light wear....
Givenchy leather stilettoes
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - (Made in Italy) Black leather stilettoes with bridles and silvery studs. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 40 SKU:CH91
$257Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY Size 10 Purple White Marbled Fabric Pull On Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY sneakers comes in a purple & white marbled fabric featuring a sock style design, pull on, and a rubber sole. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 43 Out...
Givenchy Classic Low Sneakers - '10s
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
These baby pink leather low-top sneakers feature a classic design with a brand emblem on the back tab, offering subtle elegance for everyday wear. Remarks: There are some spots. M...
Lanvin High Style New Sandals, 2011
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Water Mill, NY
Signed and Dated 2011 Lanvin High Style New Sandals in Original Box and Dust Bag..sizes are shown bellow
$495Sale Price|44% Off
Size: Marked Size: 6.5 Fits 6
New Edmundo Castillo Blue Metallic Napa Leather Sling Heels Sz 6
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Edmundo Castillo Brand New * Marked Size: 6.5 Fits 6 These Run a Half Size Small * Blue Metallic Soft Napa Leather * Sling back Heel * Open toe Leather Insole * 3.75" Heel * ...
$335Sale Price|55% Off
Size: MARKED Size: 41 fits a U.S. Size
New Edmundo Castillo Metallic Leather Espadrille Mule Heels Sz 40
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Edmundo Castillo Brand New * MARKED Size: 41 fits a U.S. Size 10 These Run a Half Size Small * Braided Rope Espadrille insole * Metallic Gold Toe * Wooden Base * 1" Front Platf...
Gianni Versace shoes 90s
By Gianni Versace
Located in Rubiera, RE
Gianni Versace White leather shoes vintage 90s Gold metal chain with Medusa and strass Made in Italy Size 39 1/2 - US 9 1/2 Heel cm. 10 Good condition Defects and marks as in the photo
Tom Ford for Gucci Python Snake Head Ad Runway Heels Sz 37.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Worn Once for a Runway show * Stunning in Gold Python * Tom Ford's "Farewell Collection" w/ Gucci * Size: 37.5 * Gold Bamboo Heel Green Snake Head Jewel...
New Celine Patent Leather Brown Platform Heels Sz 39
By Celine
Located in Conroe, TX
Celine Platform Heels Brand New * Stunning in Brown Patent Leather * Contrast Stitching Throughout * Size: 39 * Gunmetal Hardware reads Celine * Leathe...
$1,487Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 9
New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 9
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 39.5
Shockingly New Tom Ford Yves Saint Laurent YSL Final Collection Heels Sz 39.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Final Collection 2004 * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977. This C...
$395Sale Price|55% Off
Size: Marked Size: 8 Fits U.S. 7.5
New Edmundo Castillo White Leather Sling Heels Sz 7.5
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Edmundo Castillo Brand New * Marked Size: 8 Fits U.S. Size 7.5 These Run a Half Size Small * Butter Soft White Napa Leather * Slingback Heel * Open toe Leather Footbed * 3.75...
New Gucci Velvet and Satin Pumps Heels Sz 39
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Pumps Brand New * Stunning Black Velvet * Patent Leather Trim * Black Satin Toe * Soft Padded Satin Insole * Velvet Heel * 4" Heel * With Gucci Box
New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Python Heels Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Stunning Black Python * Rare Tom Ford Era * Euro Size: 40 * Pointed Toe & Heel * Leather Insole * A True Black * 3.75" Heel * With YSL Box & Dust ...
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL S/S 2005 Heels Pumps Sz 38.5
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Debut Collection Spring Summer 2005 This is the Style Worn in the Stefano Pilati YSL Banned Ad * Detachable Feather Embellishment * S...
GIVENCHY Size 8 White Black Leather Logo Calfskin Low Top Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY sneakers in a white calfskin leather featuring black elastic logo, low top style, and slip on closure.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate signs of wear on soles, light signs ...
GIVENCHY Size 8 Black Leather High Top Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY sneakers in a black leather featuring a high top style, contrasting white sole accents, and lace-up closure with logo ankle strap. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Conditio...
GIVENCHY Size 8 Black White Leather Slip On Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY sneakers in a black leather fabric featuring a white non-slip rubber sole, and slip on closure. Made in Portugal.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wear. Marked...
Givenchy "Shark" Boots IT 39
By Givenchy
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Fantastic and chic pair of Givenchy boots Veal leather Black color Hidden heel Metal buckle Heel height cm 9 (3,54 inches) With dustbag and box Original price € 2500 Fast shipping f...
GIVENCHY Size 11 White Red & Blue Perforated Leather Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY sneakers comes in a blue, red and white leather featuring a low top design, perforated leather, and a rubber sole. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
GIVENCHY Size 9 Black Studded Leather High Top Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY high top sneakers comes in a black leather featuring a silver studded details, rubber sole, and a lace up style. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Light wear. As-is. Marked: ...
Givenchy Shark Lock Fold Over Ankle Boots Size EU 36
By Givenchy
Located in Amman, JO
Givenchy Black Leather Shark Lock Fold-Over Ankle Boots, Features 10.5 cm heels, full leather made and shark lock details. Material: Leather Size: EU 36 Heel Height: 10cm Overall Co...
Givenchy Black Leather Look Book Ankle Boot, Size 39
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The boots are made out of 100% lamb leather. It features square toe, ankle with elastic detail and sculptured heel (3 inches/ 70mm). C...
GIVENCHY Size 7 Pink Leather Silver Chain Slip On Derby Shoes
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY derby dress shoes come in light pink smooth leather with a rounded point toe, laceless slip on front, and black sole with silver tone chain piping. Made in Italy. Retail pri...
Men's GIVENCHY Size 8 Black Leather HSG Slip On Sneakers
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY slip on sneakers by Riccardo Tisci come in black smooth leather with a white rubber sole and silver tone "HDG" "Hubert De Givenchy" ...
Black Givenchy Leather Slide Sandals
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black leather slide sandals by Givenchy. Double buckle straps. Open toe. Silvertone hardware. Condition: Pre-owned. Very good. Est....
New Givenchy by Ricardo Tisci Size 39 / 9 Silver Metallic + Black Flat Sandals
By Ricardo Tisci, Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new GIVENCHY, by RICARDO TISCI black and silver metallic leather ankle strap sandals! Features distressed leather straps, and a ribbed rubber sole. Adjustable buckle strap...