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.
Vintage Givenchy Statement Chunky Gold Watch Link Necklace 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Givenchy watch link necklace. Featuring a lustrous large watch link design that will undoubtedly make for an epic style statement time and time again. Total perfec...
Givenchy 1980s Graduated Gold & Pave' Rhinestone Graduated Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
A bold and glamorous vintage Givenchy necklace dating to the 1980s, featuring substantial graduated interlocking links in richly polished gold-tone metal. Sculptural and beautifully ...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Logo Link Interlocked Snake Cuban Chunky Chain Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo GG Interlocked Link Snake Cuban Chunky Chain Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% genuine. Signed a...
Gold Plate
Givenchy 1980s Gold Double Link Long Chain Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the bold, glamorous opulence of the 1980s runway era, this authentic vintage Givenchy long chain necklace is a timeless collector's piece. The necklace features a heavy, in...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage Rare Gold Interlocked Cuban 4G Logo Chain Link Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Interlocked Cuban 4G Logo Chain Link Long Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely ...
Gold Plate
1980's Givenchy Brass Chain Link Necklace With Turquoise Glass Medallion
By Givenchy
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage substantial and heavy brass and glass gold link french signed " Paris New York Givenchy" necklace has beautiful cut faceted glass and unusual links. The turquoise glass ...
Turquoise, Brass
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Diamante Link Chain Necklace, Circa 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Diamante Link Chain Necklace Circa 1990s. Wear it long or wrapped around the neck, or double or with one part against your neck. You can even pull it wit...
Mixed Metal
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Link Necklace, France, Late 20th Century
By Givenchy
Located in Portland, England
A beautiful vintage Givenchy necklace, crafted in polished gold-tone metal and designed with a bold, sculptural form. The necklace is composed of interlinked elements that create a r...
Gold Plate
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Gold Leaf Link Choker Necklace With Faux Opals By Givenchy, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 16" length - 1" width links - Gold plated - Faux pearl cabochons - Crystal rhinestone accents - Invisible hook clasp - By Givenchy (signed on verso) - Circa ...
Attractive Givenchy Gilt Ribbed Chain Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Givenchy Gilt chain link necklace in ribbed gold. 17.5" x 1.5" at widest.USA 1980s. Excellent condition.
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Logo 4G Interlocked Crystals Chain Figaro Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Monogram Logo Interlocked Openwork Crystals Figaro Chain Link Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratche...
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Link Resin Necklace and Belt, Circa 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Necklace and Belt, Circa 1980s. This has six rows of round rollo chain belts with a dangling piece and 2 of the same pieces on t...
Mixed Metal
Givenchy Vintage 1980 Long Logo Interlocked Chain Link Flat Snake Curb Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo GG Interlocked Chain Link Flat Snake Curb Modernist Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% genuine....
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
Givenchy Curb Link Gold Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into your golden era with our Givenchy curb link gold necklace.The thickness and length alone scream statement piece.It has a traditional smaller clasp that ties in perfectly. 1...
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
Givenchy 1960s Golden Metal Necklace with Blue Enamel & Glass Pearls
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - Golden metal short necklace with blue enamel and 'chinese' glass pearls. Jewelry made by the house of Gripoix for Givenchy, 1960. Condition: Very good condition Dimensio...
Gilt Metal
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
Givenchy Double Loop Gold Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light up any room with our double loop Givenchy gold necklace.The structure of this piece is very strong yet delicate at the same time.It has a traditional hook closure for easy fast...
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 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 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...
Vintage Givenchy 1980s Link Chain Necklace with Dangling Drop Design
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Link Chain with Dangling Drop Necklace Circa 1980s. Toggle Closure offers a wide range of options. Wear it long or wrapped with the toggle in the front or the back,...
Mixed Metal
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Carved Jade Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic chunky link necklace that holds one carved jade at it's focal point. Trendy yet very elegant this necklace speaks David Webb. Rich 18k yellow gold solid links feel substantial on the neck. Center apple green carved jade...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen-Karat Gold & Silver Pendant "Poseidon's Trident" by Zolotas
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pendant was realized by the illustrious Greek jewelry atelier Zolotas and handmade in France, circa 1970. It consists of 18k yellow gold...
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Slightly Hammered "Little Hearts" Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Bead and Slightly Hammered Hearts Chain, Handcrafted in Italy. This enchanting necl...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rare Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar of crystal and faux ruby baguettes set into stepped design within articulated pave links. High Art Deco rhodium metal setting...
Rhodium
Fred Davis Silver and Amethyst Necklace
By Frederick Davis
Located in Darnestown, MD
Frederick Davis (1880 - 1961), while not the household name of William Spratling, actually preceded him in terms of bringing Mexican design to the fore. Davis worked in Mexico City d...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mizuki 14 Karat Yellow Gold Baroque Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Mizuki Material: 14k yellow gold Tahitian Pearl: 1 baroque Tahitian pearl 12.20mm by 15.45mm Dimensions: Necklace is 14 inches long Weight: 5.34 grams
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini, 10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Blue Necklace. The necklace is available in 18 karats yellow gold on order. The necklace boasts a...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Garland Collection Gold Transitional Belcher Chain with Charm Clip and Dog Clip
By Garland Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our antique inspired belcher chain has a bold look and limitless styling options. Each solid gold belcher (rolo) chain is designed with a spinning dog clip at one end and a removable charm...
Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Paper Clip Link Chain Necklace, Made in Italy
Located in Great neck, NY
Chain necklaces are a classic staple in any person's jewelry box! This 14k yellow gold paper-clip medium link chain comes with plenty of options, specifically your choice of length...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Tennis Opera Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A stunning necklace that looks FABULOUS on its own or layered with other pieces. 12.42 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14k wh...
Diamond, White Diamond
WW coloured poured glass and gilt simple single row necklace
By WW Collection
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Light, Summery and fresh in colour and to wear, soft delicate hues of lilac, amethyst and peridot are joined in a simple row necklace,from the WW 'Harlequin' collection. Handmade fro...
Gilt Metal
Cartier 18K Two Tone Gold Coffee Bean Chain Necklace 16 inches
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier coffee bean link necklace in 18K two-tone gold, designed with sculptural links that echo the natural form of coffee beans. Made in ...
18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.24 in L 19.1 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Iconic 4G Logo Relief Herringbone Chain Mesh 2 Set Gold
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Logo Relief Herringbone Chain Mesh 2 Set Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. Come with...
Gold Plate
Givenchy necklace by the house Gripoix 1960
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GIVENCHY - Golden metal short necklace with blue enamel and 'chinese' glass pearls. Jewelry made by the house of Gripoix for Givenchy, 1960. Condition: Very good condition Dimensio...
Gilt Metal
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W 0.4 in L 15.36 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s 4G Logo Interlocked Crystal Figaro Chain Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Monogram Logo Interlocked Openwork Crystals Figaro Chain Link Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratche...
Gold Plate
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W 0.24 in L 19.1 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Iconic 4G Logo Relief Herringbone Chain Mesh 2 Set Gold
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Logo Relief Herringbone Chain Mesh 2 Set Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. Come with...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage Iconic 4G Logo Monogram Interlocked Linked 2 Set, Silver Gold
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Logo Monogram Circle Round Button Interlocked Linked 2 Gift Jewellery Set Necklace Bracelet, Gold Silver Tone Very good condition. Some light...
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
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W 0.99 in L 18.9 in
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Satin Leaf Watch Link Interlocked Collar Chunky Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Unisex Satin Matte Leaf Watch Link Interlocked Chunky Elegant Modernist Choker Collar Chain Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratch or colour l...
Gold Plate
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W 0.48 in L 24.81 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980 Braided Interlocked Link Cuban Rope Chain Chunky Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Braided Interlocked Link Cuban Rope Chain Chunky Choker Collar Modernist Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% genuine. Signed ...
Gold Plate
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W 0.2 in L 19.69 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s 4G Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Gold Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex 4G Logo Monogram Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Versatile necklace, can be worn as bracelet too. Very good condition....
Gold Plate
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W 0.4 in L 18.12 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Logo Interlocked Link Snake Cuban Chunky Chain Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo GG Interlocked Link Snake Cuban Chunky Chain Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% genuine. Signed a...
Gold Plate
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W 0.32 in L 23.63 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980 Logo Interlocked Chain Link Flat Snake Curb Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo GG Interlocked Chain Link Flat Snake Curb Modernist Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% genuine....
Gold Plate
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W 1.19 in L 18.9 in
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Watch Link Interlock Collar Choker Chunky Gold Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Unisex Glow Watch Link Interlocked Collar Choker Chunky Statement Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. ...
Gold Plate
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W 0.24 in L 19.1 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo Herringbone Chain Set Gold Necklace Bracelet
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic Logo Monogram Herringbone Chain Set Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. Come with origina...
Gold Plate