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.
GIVENCHY black twist draped waist jersey high pencil midi skirt XS
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY black twist draped waist jersey high pencil midi skirt XS Reference: VACN/A00140 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Jersey Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closur...
Givenchy Deep Green Cotton Velvet Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy Elegant Deep Green Cotton Velvet Skirt from the 1980's. Deep green cotton velvet gathered style with ruffle below hip. Size 36 Vintage. XS-S size. 1980's France.
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt Reference: VACN/A00099 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Collection: 2012 Material: Fabric Color: Mult...
Givenchy Textured Cotton Mini Skirt With Side Zippers
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Givenchy Textured Cotton Mini Skirt With Side Zippers Black mini skirt crafted from textured, crinkled-effect cotton. Adorned with a distressed-style two-way zip fasten...
Givenchy Fall 2011 Jupe Cuir Voile FR40 Black Leather Tulle Skirt UK12 US10
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in PARIS, FR
Givenchy skirt from the AW 2011 collection by Riccardo Tisci, skater shape composed of a black leather upper and a skirt and flounce in rigid tulle, closing with a large black zip. S...
Givenchy Jupe crayon maille FR36 Riccardo Tisci Black Knit perfect skirt UK8 US6
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
Givenchy skirt by Riccardo Tisci, straight in thick black viscose and wool knit, long slit on the front, zip and hook closure on the side. No more composition label or size but the m...
$240Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY pink cream bleach patchy dye cotton denim short skirt FR36 S
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY pink cream bleach patchy dye cotton denim short skirt FR36 S Reference: AAWC/A01575 Brand: Givenchy Material: Cotton Color: Pink, Cream Pattern: Tie Dye Closure: Zip Fly Mad...
Givenchy Riccardo Tisci Resort 2017 Look 1 ecru pearl skirt
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in CANNES, FR
Givenchy X Riccardo Tisci Resort 2017 Collection - Look 1 Ecru pearl skirt, with faux pearls. Size 36. Very good condition (small stains on the lining as seen on pictures).
Givenchy Black Pleated Asymmetric Skirt with Stud Embellishments SS2019 Size 38
By Givenchy
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Givenchy Black Pleated Asymmetric Skirt with Stud Embellishments – Spring/Summer 2019 Description: This striking Givenchy skirt from the Spring/Summer 2019 collection showcases the ...
Straight skirt with leopard print Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Straight skirt with leopard print . No fabric tag composition but probably rayon and branded acetate lining. Invisible zip on the left side with branded button and buttonhole. SIZE ...
"Destroy" denim skirt GIVENCHY
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Destroy denim skirt . Hook&eye and zip closure on the top middle front. Pocket on both side and 2 on the back. Small split on both side + one on the middle back, lenght = 30cm The br...
GIVENCHY c.1970’s Couture Numbered Red Geometric Gathered Tea Length Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c.1970’s Couture Red Burgundy Geometric Gathered Dirndl / Tea Length Skirt Numbered Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Givenchy Designer: Hubert de Givenchy...
1996 Givenchy Galliano era Vintage Skirt Сouture Сollection
By Givenchy
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
1996 Givenchy & John Galliano era Vintage Skirt Сouture Сollection Condition of the skirt: good 7/10. No snags, no holes, the lining is perfect, the zipper / fastener is perfect, bu...
Givenchy skirt Resort 2017
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - (Made in Italy) Black jersey skirt ornamented with costume pearls. Size 38FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 34 cm - Length: about 66 cm SKU:FJ171
Givenchy Denim Mini Skirt With A Chain Detail
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Givenchy Denim Mini Skirt With A Chain Detail Light-wash blue skirt crafted from cotton denim in a mini A-line silhouette. Adorned with a gold metal chain detail and a ...
$769Sale Price|20% Off
GIVENCHY Pre-Fall 2018 Size 6 Red & Pink Viscose/Polyester Midi Pleated Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY Pre-Fall 2018 midi skirt by Clare Waight Keller comes in a red & pink two-toned viscose / polyester with a leather waistband featuring a pleated design, mid-length, and a si...
Silver & Soft Rose Ballet Pink Huge Tulle Statement Maxi Skirt by Jeff Gallano
By Jeff Gallano
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Jeff Galliano Silver & Rose Pink Huge Tulle Statement Maxi Skirt Size; One Size Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Waist; 28’’ - 34’’ (Stretchy) Length; 38’’ Condition; ...
$1,906
Size: FR36 - IT40 - UK8
Jean Paul Gaultier black pleated skirt with tan leather waistband, ss 2000
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Presenting a stunning Jean Paul Gaultier skirt from the Spring-Summer 2000 collection, a true representation of the designer's bold and innovative style. This skirt exudes elegance a...
$2,178
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8
Tom Ford for Gucci fringed black leather skirt with cut out panels, S/S 1999
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in London, GB
- Silk chiffon lining - Cut out panels - Fringed hem Spring-Summer 1999
Silk printed wrap skirt KENZO
By Kenzo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk printed wrap skirt adjustable. Split on the middle front, lenght = 36cm SIZE ON TAG M
1990s Chanel Ivory / Cream / Beige Size 40 Silk Essential Vintage Wrap Skirt
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Chanel wrap skirt. Beautiful ivory color, with speckles of beige, khaki, and cream throughout. Can easily be dressed up or down. Perfect for day or night. 100% silk, ...
Black and white Polka dot print wrap dress EMANUEL by EMANUEL UNGARO
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white Polka dot print wrap dress. One hook&eye on the right side inside. SIZE M/L
MIU MIU Vintage grey wool cloud cut out embroidery anglais skirt IT38 XS
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU Vintage grey wool cloud cut out embroidery anglais skirt IT38 XS Reference: NKLL/A00386 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Feels like wool Color: Grey, Black Pa...
$750
Size: 40 / US 4 - 6
1990s Gianni Versace Logo Print White High Waist Silky Vintage 90s Mini Skirt
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 1990s GIANNI VERSACE white logo print high waist mini skirt! Features Squares that spell out Versace throughout. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Can ea...
Vintage 1990's Moschino Monochrome Art Gallery Print High Waisted Cotton Skirt
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino monochrome Skirt in a Fabulous Artistic pattern, depicting images of iconic museum artworks and other Moschino iconography. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: High ...
Christian Dior x Galliano 2003 Floral Silk Hardware Trimmed Maxi Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Absolutely divine, rarest, super collectible archival skirt from John Galliano's Fall 2003 collection for Christian Dior. In amazing new with tags condition and comes with original...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green taffeta top stitching panelled flared midi skirt IT36 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green taffeta top stitching panelled flared midi skirt IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00393 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Polyester Color: Gre...
Courrèges Dark Blue Polka Dot Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Courrèges blue and white polka dot mini skirt. high waist. side zip closure. skirt is lined. dry cleaned. Circa 1980s Courrèges Made in France Cotton Blue/White Excellent Co...
rare GIVENCHY Tisci black mulberry silk sheer baroque flame zipper skirt
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GIVENCHY Tisci black mulberry silk sheer baroque flame zipper skirt Reference: VACN/A00151 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Silk Color: Black, Orange Pattern: ...
GIVENCHY brown draped jersey ruched back asymmetric high low hem skirt
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY brown draped jersey ruched back asymmetric high low hem skirt Reference: VACN/A00139 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Jersey Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Cl...
Givenchy Textured Cotton Mini Skirt With Side Zippers
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Givenchy Textured Cotton Mini Skirt With Side Zippers Black mini skirt crafted from textured, crinkled-effect cotton. Adorned with a distressed-style two-way zip fasten...
GIVENCHY 2012 symmetric purple green orchid viscose pencil skirt FR38 M
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY 2012 symmetric purple green orchid viscose pencil skirt FR38 M Reference: VACN/A00098 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Collection: 2012 ...
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt FR38 M
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt FR38 M Reference: MECG/A00092 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Collection: Cruise 2012 Birds of Parad...
GIVENCHY TISCI 100% silk pastel green pleated knee length skirt IT38 25"
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY TISCI 100% silk pastel green pleated knee length skirt IT38 25" Reference: LNKO/A01560 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Model: Pleated skirt Collection: Runway Mater...
Givenchy Long Black Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy - (Made in France) Long black skirt. Size 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 33 cm - Length: 110 cm ...
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. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 35 cm - Length: ...
Givenchy Black Ostrich Feather Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy - (Made in Italy) Black ostrich feather skirt. 36FR size indicated. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 32 cm - Hips: 48 cm - Length:...
GIVENCHY SS 2021 Size 4 Brown Crocodile Effect Vintage Leather Mini Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY Spring Summer 2021 mini skirt comes in a brown crocodile effect vintage leather featuring double side zipper closures. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked...
GIVENCHY Size 4 Olive Cotton Blend Canvas Pencil Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY pencil skirt comes in olive green cotton stretch woven canvas with back slit. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 36 Measurements: Waist: 26 inc...
Givenchy Side Slit Kilt
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Givenchy open side kilt by Riccardo Tisci is made of a durable wool and cotton blend in classic black. The versatile kilt is designed to be layered over trousers features a fron...