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 Bangle Bracelet Gold Metal Textured Abstract Vintage 80s Jewelry Rare
By Givenchy
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage Givenchy bangle bracelet, most likely made in the 80s. Made from gold metal, this bangle features an abstract cross pattern throughout. Looks amazing as it is -...
Givenchy Gold Gilt Crystal Bangle Bracelet New Never worn 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in Wallkill, NY
New never worn Givenchy Bangle Bracelet from the 1990s. Measuring 2.50 inside 3 inches outside. Purple and green crystals. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo,...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Tiffany & Co Diamond Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet. With 16 brilliant round cut diamond VS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.12ct Details: Length: 6.5" Widt...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Hermes H Open Rose Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold H Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet by Hermes. This bracelet is size ST Length: 6.46" Details: Weight: 21.7 grams Width: 11mm Stamped Hallmarks: HERMES 750...
Rose Gold
Cartier Trinity Rolling Large Model Tricolor Gold Medium Size Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tricolor Gold Diamond Large Model Medium Size Trinity Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. Details: Length: 6.5" Each Bangle Width: 9mm Size: Medium or 6.5" Weight: 85.6 grams Stamped Ha...
Gold
Cartier Love All Diamond and Ceramic White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond "LOVE" Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. SIZE 18. This bracelet comes with Cartier box & service paper from Cartier store in NYC. Retail Price: $49,800 plus tax. Wi...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Star Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. With round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, F-H color Round rubies, emeralds and sapphires This bracelet...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond T1 Wide Hinged Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond T1 Wide Hinged Bangle Bracelet by Tiffany & Co. With Round Brilliant Diamonds - 3.84ct This bracelet is currently unavailable. The retail price is $39,00...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 7 Bands Bangles Trinity Rolling Tricolor Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Color Gold Trinity Rolling Seven Bangles Bracelet by Cartier. The Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle Bracelet features seven interlocking bands of 18k gold in yellow, white, and ...
Gold
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Diamond Ruby Onyx Two Charms White Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Ruby Onyx Bangle Le Baiser Du Dragon Bracelet With Two Charms by Cartier. Part of the Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Collection. With Round brilliant diamonds, E color, VVS1 clarity total weigh approximately 1.50ct 3 rubies 3 black onyx Details: Weight: 23.2 grams all together Bracelet Size: Size 17 Width: 7mm Charms: Longevity 30mm x 18mm Dragon 27mm x 17mm Stamped Hallmarks: Bracelet: Cartier 750 17...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow & White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White & Yellow Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. The Van Cleef & Arpels bangle cuff bracelet is an epitome of sophistication, crafted from 18k yellow and white go...
White Gold, 18k Gold
Hermes H D'Ancre Diamond Small Model White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond H D'Ancre Small Model Bangle Bracelet by Hermes. With 443 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color total weight approx. 3.09ct Details: Length: Size...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Slip-On Tricolor Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Colored Gold (Yellow, White, Rose) Trinity Slip-On Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. Details: Length: Size 6.5" Weight: 47.5 grams Width: 8mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 1990 ...
Gold
Roberto Coin Nemo Diamond & Ruby Enamel White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Nemo Diamond & Ruby Enamel Bangle Bracelet by Roberto Coin. With 133 round brilliant cut diamonds, VS1 clarity, G color. Total Diamond Weight: 2ct. And 2 cabochon rub...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Enamel
GIVENCHY signed vintage new cobalt blue resin bangle 80's designer bracelet
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • resin • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 53 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
Givenchy Riccardo Tisci Brutalist Black Leather Bracelet Bangle
By Givenchy
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stylish Givenchy Paris signed belt bracelet was designed by Riccardo Tisci for his 2011 Obsedia Collection. The piece features an oversized band shape in black leather ornate wi...
Givenchy Bracelet Bangle Gold Metal Textured Abstract Vintage 80s Jewelry
By Givenchy
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage Givenchy bangle bracelet, most likely made in the 80s. Made from gold metal, this bangle features an abstract cross pattern throughout. Looks amazing as it is -...
1980s Givenchy Mesh Silver-Tone Logo Bangle Cuff
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
This vintage Givenchy statement piece is crafted from silver-tone and is of the highest quality, making it a timeless and durable accessory for your wardrobe. Condition: 1980s vinta...
Gilt & Tortoise Lucite Hinged Bangle Bracelet By Givenchy, 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 2.5" x 2.3" - 6.5" interior circumference (best fits small wrists) - .75" width - Faux tortoise brown lucite ...
1950s Givenchy Costume Jewellery Slave Bangle Bracelet
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Givenchy costume jewellery slave bangle, gilt gold tone metal, clutch safe closure Condition: vintage,1950s, wear consistent with use, very g...
Vintage Gilt Chunky Bangle Bracelet by Givenchy, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2.5" diameter - Fits small to medium sized wrists - Gold plated - By Givenchy (marked on interior) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition, s...
1976 Givenchy Faux Coral and Gilt Bangle
By Givenchy
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Modern and minimalist 1976 Givenchy faux coral and gilt metal bangle. Simple rounded and curved rectangular coral lozenge appears woven onto the solid gilt metal bangle through 2 sid...
Other, Gilt Metal