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 Vintage Rare Gold Rose Pink Crystals Flower Openwork Elegant Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Pink Rose Cluster Crystals Double Flourish Blossom Flower Leaf Openwork Chunky Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition and very unique. 10...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Large Gold Toned Stylized Open Swirl Ribbon Hoop Earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dramatic Givenchy gold toned puffy swirl stylized hoop earrings that have a post back. They come with clear disks - the original backs are missing. Stamped Givenchy
Gold Plate
$238Sale Price|20% Off
Gold Braid Texture Statement Earrings with Faux Pearls by Givenchy, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Each earring measures 1.4" x 1" - Gold plated - Faux pearls - Clip on earring backs - By Givenchy (signed on clips) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excelle...
Vintage Givenchy Infinity Earrings 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Givenchy Infinity Earrings. One of the late great 20th century couturiers, Hubert de Givenchy founded his namesake fashion house in 1952, dest...
Givenchy Vintage Earrings Starburst Enamel Gilt
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An unusual and striking pair of Vintage Givenchy Earrings from the 1990s. These Givenchy Earrings feature a dramatic and beautifully made gilt starburst amidst deep rich black enamel...
Vintage Givenchy Gold Button Logo Earrings Iconic 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Bang on trend Vintage Givenchy Logo Earrings dating to the 1980s. The famous GIVENCHY lettering emblazoned repeatedly across the clips oozing co...
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy Gold G Logo Earrings 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Totally rocking the logo mania trend with these original Vintage Givenchy Logo Earrings. Crafted from gold plated metal their curved G logo is t...
Gold Plate
$231Sale Price|20% Off
Gold Pebble Texture & Black Acrylic Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - .8" x .75" - Black acrylic - Gold plated accents - Clip on earring backs - By Givenchy (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage ...
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Onyx, White Agate and Gold Striped Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant vintage Tiffany & Co. clip-on earrings featuring a bold striped design crafted from polished onyx and white agate, accented with rich yellow gold. The alternating bands o...
Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$5,805
W 0.67 in L 1.82 in
Antique Victorian Amethyst Earrings with Natural Pearls, 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Victorian Amethyst Earrings with natural Pearls. 14 Karat Rose Gold. We also offer the suitable enhancer/ pendant. Take a ...
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Blue Emerald Cut Topaz Drop Hoop Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 3.5 Grams Gemstone: Blue Topaz Gemstone Measurements: 10 x 8 x 4.7 mm Earring Length: ~1.10" Stamped: "14K" Cond...
Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Imperial Jade Heart and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Total Weight: 2.5 Grams Jade Measurements: 8 x 7.5 mm Diamond Count: 10 Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Cara...
Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Feraud Peridot Designer 18 Karat Stud Earrings
By Louis Feraud
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Louis Feraud Peridot stud earrings in 18k white gold. These earrings have a unique inverted V design. The beautifully designed earrings features four (4) square cut green peridots set in a channel on one side of the inverted V design. A total of eight (8) square Peridots are set on these earrings, totaling approximately 2.00 carats. The Peridots have an electric vibrant green colors. The earrings are masterfully crafted in 18k white gold and has a high polished finish. These stud earrings have post backs for pierced ears and squeeze earrings backings for extra security. The earrings measure approximately 14.60 mm high x 15.20 mm wide. Hallmarked "IF" and stamped "18k". Total weight 4.90 grams. These are new old stock earrings...
Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 2.06 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds solitaire stud earrings crafted in 18 karat white gold, showcasing 2 spectacular GIA Certified round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.06 carats total, L colo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Floral Turquoise Cabochon Cluster Earrings, 14k
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Floral Earrings with a cluster of Turquoise Cabochons in the center. The earrings are made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
$8,712
W 0.71 in L 0.89 in
Solitaire Diamond Earrings, Clips, 14 Karat White Gold, Total Almost 4 Carat
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent Diamond Earrings, Clips, 14 Karat White Gold, total almost 4 carat. Each earring is set with 28 diamonds. The big solitaire weighs about 0.33 ct. each. The small diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Elsa Peretti “Bean” Earrings
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti “Bean” earrings, crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcase the designer’s signature sensual and organic shapes. Inspired by nature, Peretti blends scienti...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cushion Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gorgeous natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond cushion halo stud Earrings in 18K yellow gold. These beautiful Earrings feature Two cushion cut blue Sapphires be...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$695 / item
Opal Diamond Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 16.5 mm Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Opal: 2 Opal Total Carat Weight: 1.64 carats Diamonds: 12 Diamond Color: I Di...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Yellow Gold Round Wavy Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A trendy and unique pair of wavy earrings, each set with seven cultured pearls and in 14K Yellow Gold. Length: 1.25"
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIVENCHY Shark Tooth black silver magnet horn earring Single
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Shark Tooth black silver magnet horn earring Single Reference: BSHW/A00109 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Model: Shark Tooth ea...
Puffy Gold Rectangular Coil Earrings By Givenchy, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Each earring measures 1.1" x .9" - Gold plated - Clip on earring backs - By Givenchy (signed on clips) - Circ...
Vintage Givenchy Door Knocker Gold & Lapis Earrings 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Incredible Vintage Givenchy Lapis Earrings. Designed in the eternally stylish door knocker style. Crafted in high quality gold plated metal and set with wonderful deep rich blue, cab...
Gold Plate