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 "Limited Edition" 'Tortoise Shell' Lucite Perfume Pendant Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy iconic "Limited Edition" tortoise shell lucite accented with gold hardware perfume pendant necklace allows you to carry your favorite s...
Givenchy Tubogos Chain with Blue Stone Pendant
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Givenchy double tubogas gold chain is the epitome of 90s regality.The blue stone pendant is the perfect anchor for the double chain construction.It features a traditional hook an...
Givenchy 1970s Navy Blue Marbleized Tassel Vintage 70s Perfume Bottle Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s Givenchy navy blue marbleized and gold perfume bottle necklace. Gold Givenchy logo at bottom left corner. Tassel attached to the bottom. There is no perfume left i...
Givenchy Retro Style Gold Necklace W Ruby clasp
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It's always a special moment when you're able to find pieces that are so indicative of their era, and yet still relevant with modern influence.This Givenchy gold necklace with a ruby...
1970s GIVENCHY Navy Amber Gold Plated 1977 Large Statement Logo Vintage Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage GIVENCHY 1970s large navy, amber and gold plated logo necklace ! Features a snake chain with a lucite pendant, navy blue on the bot...
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Chain Necklace with Blue Drop, 1980s France
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone Heavy Link Chain with Dangling Blue Drop Necklace. A classic look from Givenchy. A heavy, square, blue, clear faceted piece hangs from large oval links. A...
Mixed Metal
Givenchy Vintage Sapphire Pearls Baroque Square Pendant Large White Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Baroque Sapphire Navy Blue Stone Square Pendant Large White Pearls Elegant Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe light scratches or colour lo...
Gold Plate
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 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
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Aqua Cluster Crystals Flower Leaf Snake Pendant Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Aqua Blue Clear Cluster Crystals Flower Leaf Large Pendant Snake Choker Collar Chain Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Only small colour l...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Five years after founding his fashion house, Hubert de Givenchy began dabbling in scents. His muse? Audrey Hepburn, of course. The actress had become a close friend and loyal custome...
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 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
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...
Givenchy Vintage 1980 Triangle Arrow Crystals Silver Gold Omega Ribbed Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex 3D Triangle Arrow Crystals Pendant Omega Ribbed Adjustable Modernist Chunky Choker Necklace, Silver Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones lost....
Gold Plate
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...
Memento All Diamond Flower Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection symbolizing a special life moment or a new chapter in our life, the Memento collection is a luxurious and modern representation of classical motifs. This collection feat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry Based on an Ancient Design. Our distinctive "Pontus" pendant features a shape that is strikingly modern in design, and is based o...
Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,525 / item
H 0.5 in W 0.38 in D 0.14 in
Alex Sepkus "Cross" Pendant Necklace with Tsavorite Garnet and Diamonds in Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Cross" pendant necklace with one vivid green tsavorite garnet and five brilliant white diamonds. Hand-hammered 18 k...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace Set with 2.21 Carat Garnet and Diamond
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Eva Soussana, artist and founder of Hera-Jewellery, this sensual, elegant and refined pendant necklace from the "Eva" Collection has been thought and designed for all wom...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s
By Givenchy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Five years after founding his fashion house, Hubert de Givenchy began dabbling in scents. His muse? Audrey Hepburn, of course. The actress had become a close friend and loyal custome...
Memento All Gold, Single Diamond on Top Sun with Pages Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection symbolizing a special life moment or a new chapter in our life, the Memento collection is a luxurious and modern representation of classical motifs. This collection feat...
$4,655 / item
H 0.56 in W 0.38 in
Alex Sepkus "Till We Have Faces" Pendant Necklace with Blue Sapphire in 18K Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat hand-hammered yellow gold "Till We Have Faces" pendant necklace with 1 brilliant white diamond and 1 blue sapphire. Diamond wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,108
Dm 2.17 in L 37.01 in
Vintage CHANEL KARL LAGERFELD Statement Loupe Pendant & Chain Necklace 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A superb Vintage Chanel Looking Glass Necklace. Crafted in weighty gold plated metal and set with a magnifying glass finished to perfection with the iconic logo of the House of Chane...
$689
W 0.4 in L 18.12 in
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
$5,610 / item
H 1.58 in W 0.24 in D 0.12 in
Alex Sepkus "Shark" Pendant Necklace with White Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Shark" pendant necklace with 11 brilliant white diamonds. Hand-hammered 18 karat oxidized yellow gold with bezel se...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,950 / item
H 0.95 in W 0.95 in D 0.24 in
Alex Sepkus "Cushion" Pendant Necklace with White Diamonds in Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Cushion" pendant necklace with 15 brilliant white diamonds. Hand-hammered 18 karat oxidized yellow gold with bezel ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multi-Medallion Chain Necklace 95cm
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Chanel gold toned chain necklace is crafted of gold plated brass metal featuring ten gold toned CHANEL medallions. Stamped CHANEL 2 9 made in France. Spring ring closure...
Givenchy Vintage Black Rectangle Circle Star Pendant Long Chain Hoop Gold 2 Set
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Black Rectangle Circle Star Pendant Jewellery Set Long Necklace Hoop Dome Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe light scratches or col...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Onyx Black Crystals Watch Link Collar Chunky Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Watch Link Onyx Black Oval Crystals Cabochon Interlocked Chunky Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches and colour ...
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy 1977 Pink Faux Coral Cream Backing Long Chain Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Tone 1977 Pink Faux Coral Cream Backing Long Chain Necklace Marked: GIVENCHY PARIS - NEW YORK 1977 Approximate Dimensions: 71 cm (Length) 9 cm x 5.5 cm (Pend...
Gold
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Lapis Bow Crystal Double Strands Braided Rope Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Lapis Navy Blue Bow Crystal Cabochon Double Strands Layers Rope Braided Chunky Choker Collar Chain Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Very beautifu...
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.97 in L 14.97 in
Givenchy Vintage Large Sapphire Diamond Tear Drop White Round Pearls 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
1980' Givenchy gold tone hardware with faux white pearls NWOT
By Givenchy
Located in Capri, IT
1980' Givenchy gold tone hardware with faux white pearls NWOT
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Aqua Cluster Crystals Flower Leaf Pendant Snake Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Aqua Blue Clear Cluster Crystals Flower Leaf Large Pendant Snake Choker Collar Chain Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Only small colour l...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Watch Link Onyx Black Crystals Chunky Collar Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Watch Link Onyx Black Oval Crystals Cabochon Interlocked Chunky Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches and colour ...
Gold Plate
Sold
W 0.52 in L 15.75 in
Givenchy Vintage Baroque Sapphire Square Pendant Large White Pearls Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Baroque Sapphire Navy Blue Stone Square Pendant Large White Pearls Elegant Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe light scratches or colour lo...
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage Large Textured Round Polygon Sparking Crystal Gold 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
Sold
W 1.97 in L 14.97 in
Givenchy Vintage Large White Beads Pearls Sapphire Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1990s Large White Pearl Sapphire Crystals Triangle Tear Water Drop Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the clamp and bac...
Gold Plate
Vintage Givenchy Gold with Red Stone Necklace and Earrings Set
By Givenchy
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage necklace and clip on earrings set from Givenchy. Very striking yellow and dark red stone combination. Very classy set. The crystal embellishments on the items have slightly d...