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.
Black leather bag with double handle Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather bag ( crocodile aspect) with double handle. The longest handle is detachable and zipped on one side ( length: 60 cm) , the other is not ( length: 46 cm). Size: 50 cm...
GIVENCHY neon green leather 2023 VOYOU MEDIUM Hobo Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Givenchy Medium Voyou hobo shoulder bag in neon green tumbled calfskin adapts to long, short, hand-carry or cross-body wear thanks to adjustable straps discreetly embo...
GIVENCHY 2003 Multi Floral Rose Violets Camouflage Shoulder Bag Crossbody Strap
By Givenchy, John Galliano
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY 2003 Multi Floral Rose & Violets Camouflage Structured Shoulder Bag + Crossbody Shoulder Strap Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Collection: 200...
Givenchy 2011 Antigona Mini Python Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add some color to your looks with this amazing Givenchy Antigona bag! Circa 2011, this rare bag is beautifully crafted from laminated python and finished in vibrant hot pink. Feature...
Givenchy FW 2002 Cream Leather Pumpkin Bag by Julien Macdonald
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare archival Givenchy “Pumpkin” bag from the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, designed under Julien Macdonald and featured in the official FW02 campaign. Crafted in supple cream leather...
Givenchy, Bow cut Mink fur crossbody bag.
By Givenchy
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Givenchy, Bow cut Mink fur crossbody bag. This piece has hardly been used and is in very good condition.
Givenchy Amazing Black Bag with Silver Studs
By Givenchy
Located in Milano, IT
Superb black Givenchy sack bag from the 2000s. The bag features a black nylon body embellished with silver-tone studs, shiny flat leather handles, a magnetic snap button top closure,...
GIVENCHY dark taupe leather GV3 MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Givenchy GV3 Medium shoulder bag in dark taupe grained calfskin with antique silber-tone hardware. The design features a detachable short cha...
Givenchy Pandora Peacock Leather Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Givenchy Pandora Peacock Print Leather Shoulder Bag in excellent condition. Realistic peacock feather print leather exterior trimmed with gold hardware, top handle, matching removable shoulder strap, and unique box...
Givenchy Black Leather Pandora Pure Flap Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Givenchy Black Leather Pandora Pure Flap Bag in excellent condition. Soft Black calfskin leather trimmed with silver hardware. Can be carried by top handle or with shoulder strap to ...
Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap
By Givenchy
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Givenchy Antigona Small Black Calfskin Leather Top Handle bag with Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. ...
Givenchy ID93 Puffer Large Rossa Borsa a Spalla
By Givenchy
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Givenchy, modello ID93 Puffer, misura Large. Realizzata in pelle nella colorazione rossa con hardware argento. Dotata di doppia chiusura calamitata, internamente rivest...
Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) Includes Strap and Guarantee Card Retail $2450 (Outside) Minor marks and rubs (Inside) Some marks and staining partially (zipper) Zipper works properly...
ETRO black grained leather LOGO Tote Bag
By Etro
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Etro tote in black grained leather is a refined everyday essential. Designed with large logo embossing on the front and whipstitched top handles, it blends effort...
Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 Black Box Leather Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 bag featured in rare Black Box leather. Considered to be of the most collectible hertiage leather...
Lanvin Alber Elbaz Turquoise Red Crocodile Effect Woven Chain Bag Spring 2009
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Moroccan-born designer Alber Elbaz is remembered as much for his love of people as he is for his astounding talent and creative philosophy. Credited with revitalizing the French fash...
H 5.12 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG087 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (U) Age: 1...
H 3.25 in W 1.5 in L 4.25 in
Gucci New Cream Mini Bag Cream Leather
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci new mini bag/wallet with detachable chain. Cream pebbled leather and gold tone hardware. Handle drop 4”. Comes with original dust cover and box.
Hermès Sac Epaule Constance 1970s Black Precious Leather Shoulder Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Constance model bag in black exotic leather (Porosus), interior in soft black leather with one patch pocket and one zipped pocket, clasp with the famous H motif in gold metal ...
H 9.5 in W 13.25 in D 3 in
Modernist Mahogany Gloss Geometric Center Cut Medium Alligator Handbag, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Gina Lollobrigida. 57 Chevys. Boomerang coffee tables. There was a time in the 50s when round was square and points meant progress. An icon of mid-century style, this classic geometric handbag...
Prada Red Sequin Bag
By Prada
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Prada bag, with sequin, chain handle, red/black color, champagne-colored silk interior. Condition: good, to note: some lack of sequins at the corners. Dimensions: Width: 25cm Heigh...
H 10.63 in W 5.52 in L 13.78 in
Louis Vuitton OnTheGo MM Bag Yayoi Kusama NEW Full-Set
By Yayoi Kusama, Louis Vuitton
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Louis Vuitton Onthego LV X YK: - Brand: Louis Vuitton - Model: OnTheGo - Year: 2023 - Condition: NEW / unused - M...
H 8.25 in W 2.5 in L 9.25 in
Vintage Kieselstein-Cord Navy Leather and Sterling Silver Shoulder Small Bag
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The bag features 925 sterling silver animal, alligator, crocodile motif, sterling silver zip closure, green suede interior, braided finish shoulder handle that drop...
Hermes Lindy 26 Black Clemence Leather Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Lindy 26 bag featured in Black. Plush Clemence leather. Crisp with Palladium hardware. Functional as a top handle bag o...
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 bag featured in neutral Nata. This beautiful colour is fast becoming a unicorn and a collectors treasure. A chic and stylish authentic Hermes Kelly...
Givenchy black leather gold hardware wallet on chain shoulder bag
By Givenchy
Located in Capri, IT
Givenchy black leather gold hardware wallet on chain shoulder bag
Givenchy Paris Large Nightingale Two Way Shoulder Bag in Black Pebbled Leather
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Givenchy Paris Large Nightingale Two Way Shoulder Bag in Black Pebbled Leather two flat top handles detachable shoulder crossbody strap calf leather signature 4G motif top zip fastening large main compartment 1 zipper pock inside 1 phone pouch and 1 open pocket silver-tone hardware redesigned in 2015 comes in original brand dust bag Made in Italy Almost brand new never worn no signs of wear as seen on Rosie Huntington-Whiteley with the redesigned Nightingale measurements are approx 17" L x 15" H x 7" D Handle Drop: 4.5" Crossbody Strap Drop: 13" Elevate your collection with this authentic Givenchy Nightingale Large bag, a masterpiece of French luxury known for its perfect blend of sophistication and modern edge. Crafted from premium black pebbled leather (often referred to as "sugar" goatskin or tumbled calfskin), this iconic satchel features a slouchy, versatile silhouette that softens beautifully with age. Givenchy Nightingale Large, Black Pebbled Leather Satchel, Givenchy Nightingale Bag...
H 11.82 in W 17.72 in D 7.49 in
Givenchy Black Leather Teri Hobo Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Amman, JO
Givenchy Black Leather Teri Hobo Bag This authentic Givenchy hobo bag is crafted from supple black leather and designed with a soft, slouchy silhouette that sits beautifully on the ...
Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag
By Givenchy
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Givenchy Antigona Maxi Brown Shearling Tote Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT Light stains on the exterior and interior of ...
H 7.88 in W 10.63 in D 1.78 in
Givenchy Taupe leather shoulder bag
By Givenchy
Located in Amman, JO
Elevate your everyday look with this elegant Givenchy Taupe leather shoulder bag, a timeless vintage piece designed for women who love understated luxury. Crafted from smooth, high-q...
Givenchy Purple Distressed Leather Eclipse Hobo Tote Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Rome, Rome
This beautiful Bag will come with a certificate of authenticity provided by third party authenticators. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Moody, modern, and effort...
H 5.5 in W 8.5 in D 1.5 in
Givenchy "Voyou Party" Shoulder Bag in Neon Pink
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Givenchy "Voyou Party" Shoulder Bag in Neon Pink. Additional information: Material: Satin & leather Satin exterior and lining with leather trim Top zipper closure One main compartme...
Givenchy Purple Distressed Leather Eclipse Hobo Tote Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Rome, Rome
This beautiful Bag will come with a certificate of authenticity provided by third party authenticators. The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Givenchy 'Eclipse' bag in...
H 9.45 in D 5.91 in L 13 in
Givenchy Antigona Soft Small Nera
By Givenchy
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Givenchy, modello Antigona Soft nella misura Small, realizzata in pelle liscia nera di alta qualità, con hardware argentati che dona un tocco di eleganza senza tempo. L...
Givenchy Black Leather Shoulder Bag Braided Strap
By Givenchy
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Givenchy shoulder bag in black leather. Upper zipper closure. Double buckle detailing on the front. Black fabric lining. 1 side zip pocket inside. Silver metal hardware. 'G...
H 12.6 in W 17.72 in D 5.12 in
Givenchy Nightgale Leather Satchel
By Givenchy
Located in Amman, JO
Givenchy Nightgale Leather Satchel, Features leather threaded gold chain handles, an adjustable/removable strap, and multiple Interior pockets. Materi...
Givenchy Black Logo Canvas Tote Hobo Slouchy Shoulder Bag
By Givenchy
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Givenchy tote bag in black logo canvas with black leather trim and handles. Leather shoulder straps. Magnetic button closure on top. Black fabric lining. 1 side zip pocket ...