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 Gold Link Necklace Crystal Black Cabochon
By Givenchy
Located in Wallkill, NY
Chunky Givenchy statement necklace. Twisted oval links with crystal and black cabs. Oval links graduate in size. Links are 1.5 inches at th...
Gilt Metal
1975 Givenchy Collar with Lucite Inset
By Givenchy
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1975 Givenchy Collar with Vivid Green Lucite Inset. Hinged sides for comfort. Signed inside Givenchy Paris New York 1975 Inner circumference 14”
Givenchy cylindrical motifs beads necklace
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
A glorious rare vintage Givenchy necklace with cylindrical motifs, stones in coral, amber, and faux pearl. This pre-owned piece represents the 1970s at its best. Vibrant and fun this...
GIVENCHY signed vintage gold tone massive chain designer 80's necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 53 ❤️❤️ VINTA...
GIVENCHY faux pearl necklace with gilt charms
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extra-long, faux-pearl necklace with gilt charm detail at sides from Givenchy dating to the 1980s. Measures 35" end to end. Charms are decorative on both sides and have clear rhinestones. Double G clasp and neck. Marked 'GIVENCHY Paris New York...
Vintage Givenchy Long Herringbone Chain Necklace with Logo Clasp, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Givenchy herringbone chain necklace in gold plate. This long heritage necklace comprises a flat, wide herringbone chain with a stat...
Gold Plate
GIVENCHY signed gold plated massive twisted rope chain designer necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • gold plated • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DE...
An Elegant 1980s Gilded Metal Necklace by Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1980s Gilded Metal Necklace by Givenchy, epitomizing the bold and glamorous fashion of the era. The necklace features a layered chain design, crafted in gold-tone metal tha...
Givenchy Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware "Musical Angel" Brooch
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy wonderful gilded gold vermeil hardware "Musical Angel" brooch measures 2 7/8 inches in height and 2 3/4 in width across. Made in Italy.
Vintage Givenchy Logo Lozenge Chain Collar 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Givenchy Chain Necklace. Crafted in lustrous gold plated metal. Featuring a trio of open link chains culminating around a cen...
Givenchy Pearl Necklaces
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of versatile Givenchy faux pearl and crystal necklaces. Can be worn layered or as one long necklace. 24" each, 12 mm faux pearls, both with si...
Gilt Metal
GIVENCHY signed vintage massive matte gold glass pearl designer runway necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ...
Givenchy Matte Gold Amphora Pendant
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Givenchy Matte Gold Amphora Pendant on a long versatile chain. Set with a faux ivory bakelite body and faux pearl top with Givenchy Logo on fron...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Chromed Metal Link Chain Necklace With Ball Pendants 1980's
By Givenchy
Located in North Miami, FL
This ever so chic signed Givenchy necklace is vintage. It has the toggle clasp and is from the 80's. The ball pendants hang off the link chain. There are 2 different size balls that become ball pendants hanging off the link chain. It is chunky, substantial and modern. It is a chromed metal of some sort. This is a timeless piece and will go day to evening. How great will this look with a leather or suede jacket ? It is 8 inches high or long on ones neck and each side is 1.5" W. When sitting on your neck it is 4 inches wide. It almost has a silver gun metal look...
Givenchy TheMet Signed GG Logo GiltBarPendant SnakeChain TwoTone Choker, 1976
By Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
From the same 1976 collection by Hubert de Givenchy (1927-2018) as this metallic necklace, TheMet acquired a similar design (accession 1984.598.41). Without the rhinestones of the mu...
Gilt Metal, Gold, Silver
Givenchy Textured Satin and Shiny Gold Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy Textured Satin and Shiny Gold Link Necklace
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy Enamel G Motif Necklace 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A super cool Vintage Givenchy G Necklace. A slinky snake chain adorned with a large Givenchy G. Enamelled in black and finished with a central drop...
Vintage Givenchy Pearl & Crystal Rope Necklace 2000s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Givenchy Pearl Necklace. Featuring a matinee length rope of glass faux pearls interspersed with mounted Swarovski crystals an...
Givenchy Twist Link Chain Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Attractive and chunky twist link gilt chain necklace by Givenchy, Paris. Embossed logo clasp. 18" x .75". 1980's France. Excellent condition.
Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Statement Runway Gold & Pearl Logo Whistle Chain Necklace 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular Vintage Givenchy Whistle Necklace. Most at home on the catwalks of the 1990s. Crafted in extremely high quality gold plated met...
Vintage Givenchy Runway Fancy Cut Green Crystal Cascade Pendant Necklace 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A mesmerisingly beautiful 1980s Vintage Givenchy Crystal Cascade Necklace and a very rare find. Crafted from lustrous, intricately modelled, gold plat...
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy Statement Multi Chain Charm Collar 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Nothing short of massive this Vintage Givenchy Chain Charm Collar is a fabulous find. Crafted in gold plated metal and resin beads. Featuring fi...
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rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace Reference: TGAS/D01003 Brand: Givenchy Designer: Riccardo Tisci Material: Pony Hair, Metal Color: Gold, ...
Givenchy Matte Gold W Cabachon stone Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Givenchy matte gold necklace with cabochon stone inserts is the statement necklace you need in your collection.The matte finish is such great a...
Givenchy Vintage Large Sapphire White Round Pearls Diamond Tear Drop Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Large Sapphire Navy Blue Crystals Diamond Tear Water Drop White Round Pearls Triangle Pendant Chunky Elegant Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condit...
Gold Plate
GIVENCHY Jewelled Gold Tone Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Nice, FR
GIVENCHY gold tone necklace embellished with multicolor crystals. Fold over clasp closure. Embossed GIVENCHY on the clasp. Indicative measurements : adjustable length from approx....
Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Gold Collar Necklace, Textured Wheat Design, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Collar Necklace with Wheat Pattern interspersed in three rows. Textured. There are Hoops on my site that Match. Wheat is the symbol of abundance. This necklac...
Mixed Metal
Givenchy Vintage Monogram Logo Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The timeless Givenchy "G" charm necklace makes this a fabulous fashion accessory. This is a silver tone with a silver and green pendant. Wear this fabulous necklace for a special acc...
Givenchy Vintage Large Textured Gold Round Polygon Sparking Crystal Pendant
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Unisex Large Textured Round Circle Polygon Sparking Crystal Pendant, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Givenchy Signed clearly on the reverse. Pendant ...
Gold Plate
A dynamic gilt metal/blue glass cabuchon necklace, Givenchy, France, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An outstanding Givenchy necklace in a lustrous matt gilded metal, the seven front sections set with a deep sapphire cabuchon. This is a true statement necklace, from the celebrated F...
Gilt Metal
Givenchy Fall 2022 black large bead necklace / Swarovski crystal 4G futuristic
By Givenchy
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Givenchy Fall 2022 black large bead necklace featuring small Swarovski crystal pavé beads, engraved 4G emblems throughout, and push lock closure. Matthew Williams era design
Givenchy Gold & Silver Tone Accented with Rhinestone Pendant
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy elegant gold & silver tone pendant is accented with rhinestone. The length measures 5/8", height is 7/8", depth is 2/8". Pendant is signed on the b...