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 Gold Jewelled Torque Necklace 1980S
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exquisite Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring twist style high quality gold plated metal set with faux precious cabochon gems for the luxe look. In very goo...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Jewel Set Collar
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy matte gold collar with an applied network of paste set stones. Double hinge opening on sides, 1990's France. 13" plus 1.5", 1.5 wide. Exce...
Gilt Metal
Rare Givenchy 1960's Body Jewel
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Rare Givenchy Body Jewel of gilt bronze from the 1960's. Designed surely to showcase a simple turtleneck mini in solid tones. This massive and rare design s...
Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Cabochon Statement Jewelled Collar 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular Vintage Givenchy Jewelled Collar. One of the best designs from this iconic House during the 1980s. Crafted from lustrous gold plated metal of superb quality and set wit...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Twisted Gold Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Strong statement gilt necklace from Givenchy,Paris.
Excellent condition, 1980s.
17.5" x 1.5" widest link
Vintage Givenchy Statement Omega Link Geo Collar Necklace 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning high quality Vintage Givenchy necklace from the 1980s. The perfect style statement with a luxe gold finish and geometric design featuring rich black enamelling and rhinest...
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...
Antique Victorian 2.65 Carat Tourmaline and Peridot Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 2.65 carat tourmaline and 0.95 carat peridot, 14 and 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique gemstone necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 15k yellow gold chain. The symmetrical, pierced decorated and scrolling design is ornamented with a four individually bezel set tourmalines in various colours; two oval cut pink tourmalines, and two cushion cut tourmalines in varying shades of green. A 0.95Ct cushion cut peridot is collet set to the upper border of the intertwined design. The feature frame suspends from a four claw set cushion cut green tourmaline via two 15k yellow gold 3.5cm belcher style chains to either side of the design. The claw set tourmaline and feature frame suspend and articulate from a 15k yellow gold 16" fine belcher chain, securing to the reverse with a cylindrical push fit clasp. This Victorian gemstone necklace...
Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel Catena Multi Necklace with Blue Enamel
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Stainless Steel Catena Multi Necklace with Blue Enamel A modern necklace uses both black and white IP plating on the chunky chain for a bold effect. This piece has been fitted with our signature vintage watch movement and finished with a section of hand-painted enamel links. Entitled "Catena Multi", this collection combines different chains and other elements to create a modern style. Made using stainless steel in a combination of shiny and satin finishing, it matches other pieces in this collection for a contemporary textural style. Additional Information Material: Black IP and white IP plated stainless steel, blue enamel and vintage skeleton...
Steel, Stainless Steel, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Spray Diamond Platinum Necklace and Earrings Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set by Tiffany & Co. Part of TIffany & Co's Spray Collection. With 1Necklace: 299 Round Brilliant cut diamonds VVS clarity, G color total weight...
Diamond, Platinum
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Bar Pendant 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
Located in New York, NY
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Bar Pendant 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.40CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Pav...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1990's Chunky Statement Necklace With Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1990's Chunky Statement Necklace With Diamonds - The necklace contains 181 round diamonds weighing approximately 4.80ct total weight, 6 marquises weighing approximately .50ct...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,632Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL Vintage gold tone Coco Mademoiselle Medallion chain princess necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage gold tone Coco Mademoiselle Medallion chain princess necklace Reference: TGAS/F00112 Brand: Chanel Material: Metal Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Clasp Extra Deta...
$163Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Vintage gold Tone Parure Necklace and Bracelet
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Vintage gold Tone Parure Necklace and Bracelet Totally handmade With green and red stones Bracelet lenght 18 cm necklace lenght 44 cm
Tiffany & Co & Elsa Perretti Silver Heart Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Paris, FR
Tiffany & co & Elsa Perretti Silver “Heart” pendant necklace featuring a heart motif a pendant chain, a clasp fastening. 100% sterling silver Circa 1980s. In good vintage condition...
$397Sale Price|25% Off
DOLCE GABBANA distressed baroque opal rhinestone crystal chandelier necklace
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA distressed baroque opal rhinestone crystal chandelier necklace Reference: TGAS/D00409 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Material: Metal ...
Vintage Russian Baltic Amber Orange Graduated Bead Necklace w Bead Screw Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
A stunning strand of authentic Baltic cognac amber, hand-carved and polished into warm, glowing beads that radiate the unmistakable inner “sunshine” of genuine amber. Each bead displays natural inclusions, organic texture, and the signature golden luminescence only found in true fossilized resin. The beads are beautifully graduated, transitioning gracefully from smaller near the clasp to generously rounded center beads. The necklace closes with a matching amber screw clasp, confirming period authenticity and hand-crafted assembly. This is a rare and collectible example of mid-century Baltic amber...
Amber
Vintage Tortoise Resin Fringe Collar Bib Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This very in vogue collar choker vintage resin necklace looks like fringe. It is tortoise like in color with resin links in a lighter amber color. It lays beautifully on the neck. A ...
$210Sale Price|25% Off
DOLCE GABBANA faux emerald blue beads Bytantine cross leather opera necklace
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA faux emerald blue beads Bytantine cross leather opera necklace Reference: TGAS/D00355 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Material: Metal...
Givenchy Gilt & Enameled Zebra Print Statement Collar Necklace, Signed, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
- Oversized, quintessential 80s piece - Zebra motif - Gold plated - Black & white enamel detail - Thick snake chain - Signature "G" logo fold over cl...
Enamel
Vintage Givenchy Modernist Gold Torque Collar 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking modernist Vintage Givenchy Torque Necklace from the 1980s. Featuring an impressive hammered brushed gold torque style panel suspended from a high shine gold articulated snake chain and finished with the iconic G fastener. In very good vintage condition, measuring approx. collar length of 34.5cm long and 3.35cm at the widest point. Signed on the reverse of the clasp and the panel. A truly iconic style statement from the glorious House of Givenchy that is a forever style winner. Nestled in the neck of a blouse, adding glamour to a strappy gown...
Gold
Givenchy 1980s Wide Gold Necklace with Blue Cabochon
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
A chic tailored style Givenchy necklace from the 1980s. There are two different style links. One is a plain diamond shaped and the other is a larger elongated X shape design. The from three diamond links have a navy blue cabochon...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Collar Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy, gold tone, collar necklace having a signature Givenchy "G" pattern.
Base Metal
1980s Givenchy Vintage Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Capri, IT
Givenchy Pearl from river Necklace. Made with gripoiz poured glass in a baroque cut with faux pearls. Pendant: Maltese Cross Necklace Lenght: 50 cm Pendant Measurement: Lenght 8 c...
Givenchy Signed Vintage 1970s 70s Massive Modernist Statement Choker Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Sparks, NV
Spectacular! This goldtone vintage Givenchy modernist statement necklace is truly a work of art. It features a choker collar which wraps around the...
1980's GIVENCHY gilt link necklace
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Shiny geometric linked gilt necklace from Givenchy. Composed of twelve links for a perfect drape around the neck. Eexcellent condition.
Unique and Beautiful Maison Gripoix Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A really exceptional pendant necklace, no doubt Runway, made from bezel set rings of turquoise poured glass joined by "pave" clips of rhinestones. There is the addition of a glass p...
GIVENCHY gilt double layer necklace with charms
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous double layer gilt necklace with faceted glass crystal charms from Givenchy dating to the 1980's. Measures approximately 18" end to end. Excellent condition.
GIVENCHY matte gold hammered collar
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Matte gold hammered collar from Givenchy dating to the 1980's. Fits a small to medium neck. Spring hinge. Excellent condition.
GIVENCHY gilt modernist collar
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous, shiny, gilt, hinged collar from Givenchy. Fits a small to medium neck. Made in France. Excellent condition.
GIVENCHY gilt 'ribbon' collar
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful brushed gold metal with polished edges. Composed of 9 sections with hinges for a perfect drape. EXCELLENT CONDITION.