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 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.
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 17 Print Kilt
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Create an edgy look in the Givenchy 17 Print Kilt. Featuring a black cotton fabric, side slit, and special Riccardo Tisci print from the 2014 Menswear Spring collection. Its waist be...
$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 Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
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 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...
GIVENCHY black twist draped waist jersey high pencil midi skirt XS
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
GIVENCHY Black Pencil Skirt in Viscose Size 40EU
By Givenchy
Located in Paris, FR
Very elegant new Givenchy black pencil skirt in viscose. The skirt is adorned with two added pieces, sewn under the belt on the width. Lined in black satin viscose...
$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...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
Size: FR36
New Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2001 Velvet Runway Ad Skirt Sz Fr36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Size: FR36 Tom Ford's Coveted 2001 Winter Collection Runway Skirt Impossible to Find New Brand New Without Tags Black Velvet Zipper and Hook & E...
MIU MIU white nylon 2021 TIERED TULLE MIDI Skirt 38 XS
By Miu Miu
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Miu Miu tiered midi skirt in white tulle nylon (100%). Features a contrasting black waistband with bow. Opens with a concealed zipper on the side and is unlined. Has b...
Alaïa 'Tati' skirt Spring 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALAÏA - (Made in France) Pink and white cotton pencil skirt. Size 38FR. 1991 Spring-Summer 'Tati' Collection under the artistic direction of Azzedine Alaïa. Condition: Very good con...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Pink Denim Structured Fit Midi Flared Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Pink Denim Structured Fit Midi Flared Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen / Gibo Co Spa Circa: 1996 Label(s): Alexander McQueen Designer: A...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2006 Wool Boucle Fringe Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Wool boucle fringe skirt by Christian Dior designed by John Galliano from the Fall/Winter 2006 collection. The skirt features a black wool boucle upper section with an elastic waistb...
Prada Spring/Summer 2008 Runway James Jean Fairy Print Full Skirt in Green Silk
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
PRADA S/S 2008 RUNWAY JAMES JEAN FAIRY PRINT FULL SKIRT IN GREEN SILK 42 IT From the Prada Spring / Summer 2008 runway collection. Iconic James Jean fairy illustration full knee len...
Blumarine F/W 2003 Sequined Fishtail Skirt
By Blumarine
Located in Paris, FR
Sequined fishtail skirt from Blumarine crafted in metallic silver sequins throughout. Features a fitted pencil silhouette through the hips with a dramatic flared hem that creates a m...
$710Sale Price|29% Off
Size: 44
CHANEL Cruise 2004 Documented Bouclé & Silk Chiffon Skirt – Seen on Anna Wintour
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Classic CHANEL skirt as seen on Anna Wintour throughout the 2003/2004 season and captured in the pages of Vogue's November 2003 issue. Crafted from CHANEL’s signature bouclé—woven u...
Valentino crepe and chiffon vintage pink dress with golden and swarosky straps
By Valentino Couture
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Valentino crepe and chiffon vintage pink dress with golden and swarosky straps Material: Crepe and chiffon Features: Lined Color: Pink Closure: Zi...
Azzedine Alaïa Black Bandage Knit Skirt with Lacing, S/S 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this black knit skirt is a defining example of the designer’s sculptural approach to the female form. Crafted in Italy from stret...
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Size: FR42
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2008 Runway Heavy Wool Skirt Sz Fr42
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent New F/W Runway 2008 Skirt Size: FR42 100% Heavy Virgin Wool Black High Waist Fit Diagonal Front Zipper Concealed Button Closure Waist: 30" High Waist Hip: 40" ...
Christian Dior 2007 Jupe Rose FR36 38 Galliano Pink Boucle Skirt UK8 10 US4 6
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Fall/Winter 2007 skirt by John Galliano in pink bouclé wool, slightly A-line shape, high waist, zip and hook closure, lined in pink silk. Please note, the size indicat...
Givenchy Floral Pattern Knee Length Skirt Size M
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Condition CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to skirt is evident on this used Givenchy designer resale item. Details Multicolour- black, green, blue Visc...
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 brown draped jersey ruched back asymmetric high low hem skirt
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
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 black viscose METAL DETAIL PANELED Skirt 42 L
By Givenchy
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Givenchy paneled pencil skirt in black viscose (96%) elastane (4%) with two golden metal parts at the waist and two overlap in the front and back. Closes with conceale...
GIVENCHY 2012 symmetric purple green orchid viscose pencil skirt FR38 M
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
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 Black Knee Length Ruffle Trim Skirt Size L
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the skirt is evident on this used Givenchy designer resale item. Details Black Viscose Pencil skirt Knee Lengt...
Givenchy Black Wool Zip Waistband Maxi Skirt Size M
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to skirt is evident on this new Givenchy designer resale item. Details Black Wool Skirt Maxi Zip detail wa...
Givenchy Black Midi Ruffle Trim Skirt Size L
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the skirt is evident on this used Givenchy designer resale item. Details Black Viscose Pencil skirt Midi Ru...
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci 2012 Birds of Paradise boucle tweed pencil skirt FR38 M
By Riccardo Tisci, Givenchy
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 Floral Printed Full-Zip Pencil Skirt Size M
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to skirt is evident on this used Givenchy designer resale item. Details Multicolour Viscose Pencil skirt Floral print Knee len...
Givenchy Givenchy Black Silk Star Lace Trim Mini Skirt Size M
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the skirt is evident on this used Givenchy designer resale item. Details Black Silk Skirt Star print Mini ...
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...