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 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
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
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...
Statement Taj Crystal Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
A stunning statement piece with intricate details. Embellished with cubic zircon, red, black and faux amethyst crystals. Only 1 available. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view ...
Crystal, Zircon, Base Metal, Brass
Important Chanel Renaissance Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
This is one of the more elaborate and unusual Chanel necklaces in this offering. Chanel again channels the splendor of the Renaissance with this exceptional necklace of cruciform lin...
$432 / item
Gold-Plated and Leather Stirrup Necklace
By Pradera
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Necklace with gold-plated central stirrup pendant and choker with seven black leather strips Choker size 46cn Stirrup length 10 cm Rear chain length 5 cm READY TO SHIP *Shipment...
Gold Plate, Silver
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Our unique Hemera pendant is a representation of the sun, and is bas...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Isabel Canovas Vintage Gilt Warrior Charm Necklace
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Isabel Canovas "metal dore" cast gilt metal and hand carved wood warrior charm necklace from her African Collection - circa 1980/90.
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with 13.86 Carat Red Garnet and Diamond
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Eva Soussana, artist and founder of Hera-Jewellery, this timeless and elegant pendant necklace from the "Diana" collection with its pure and refined line was designed for...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Ball Statement Necklace/Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Phenomenal vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche chunky woven gold chain and ball belt/necklace - signed YSL Rive Gauche.
Gold
Simulated Diamond by the Yard Long Vermeil Necklace 36"
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simulated Diamond by the Yard Long Vermeil Necklace A long and elegant 18k gold vermeil chain is embellished with hand bezel-set faceted simulated diamond c...
Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Vintage Baltic Amber Orange Graduated Bead Necklace with 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
Horse Bit Maxi Gold-Plated and Leather Stirrup Necklace
By Pradera
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Necklace with gold-plated central stirrup and choker with four brown leather strips by Regina Cora Dimensions 46cm Rear chain length 5 cm READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is...
Gold Plate
Talosel and Mirror Double Row Line Vautrin Necklace
By Line Vautrin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular necklace in delicate golden bronze mirrored fragments, all set in cream colored 'talousel', French resin, by Line Vautrin - made in France circa 1960s.
Faceted Sea Coral Bead Long Rope Necklace, Genuine Dyed Coral, 70"
Located in Milford, DE
A gorgeous, bright-red coral necklace featuring faceted sea coral beads on a matching knotted red string, accented with a single yellow gold motif. This necklace is an impressive 70 ...
Coral
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
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 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.