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 Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white s 54
By Givenchy
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Givenchy Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white size 54 There are other sizes in my other auctions, so you can create a cool set like the ones in the Givenchy c...
Givenchy Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white s 58
By Givenchy
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Givenchy Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white size 58 There are other sizes in my other auctions, so you can create a cool set like the ones in the Givenchy c...
Givenchy Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white s 56
By Givenchy
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Givenchy Pre Fall 2023 Twisted rhinestone-embellished ring blue white size 56 There are other sizes in my other auctions, so you can create a cool set like the ones in the Givenchy c...
Emma Chapman Lapis Lazuli Diopside Silver Hand- Carved Flower Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
An exquisite limited edition lapis lazuli flower ring using the ancient art of stone-carving. The ring has a central lapis carved flower, which is embedded with a chrome diopside...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
GIA 18K Graff Designer Pear Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Graff London
Located in Sewickley, PA
The ring has a luxurious, regal look. The intense blue sapphire is the focal point, while the bright diamond halo creates excellent contrast and makes the ring stand out beautifully ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.42 Carat Pear Shape Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
This Ruby ring is a work of art. Its center stone is a pear shape natural "no heat" Mozambique ruby weighing 1.42 carats. The stone is perfectly cut and extremely clean with great color saturation. Surrounded by 83 brilliant cut diamonds (F+ VS+) weighing a total of .45 carats seamlessly set in this platinum ring. This ring took months of meticulous design and manufacture work until it came to completion. It is truly something special. Size 7. Video of this magnificent ring is available upon request. David Gross leather ring box...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Very Clean IGI Certified 8.09 Carat Natural Sapphire Ring
Located in Firenze, FI
beautiful 18k white gold ring with natural untreated 8.09 carat blue sapphire ; this stone is from Sri Lanka. the main stone surrounded by 1.60 carat round diamonds. the diamonds are...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
14K 585 Solid Rose Gold Pink Baguette Cut Stone and Natural Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
14K Solid Rose Gold Pink Stone and Natural Diamond Ring Metal Type: 14K Solid Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 1.7 Grams Ring Size: 6 (Resizable) 1: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring A radiant bright oval ruby centers this striking and sparkling Vintage Art Deco style ring expertly crafted...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
French vintage dome ring in 18 karat gold, gold ring, textured gold ring
Located in PARIS, FR
French vintage dome ring in 18-karat gold. This 1960s ring features textured gold work. Its matte finish is punctuated by sculptural reliefs, illustrating the bold volumes and distin...
Gold
Hoshi no Suna Platinum Diamond Cross-Over Ring, 0.20ct, Japan
Located in 台東区, JP
An elegant platinum diamond ring by Hoshi no Suna, a Japanese fine jewelry brand celebrated for its refined craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics. The graceful cross-over design ...
Diamond, Platinum
0.50tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Round Cut Gold 5mm Natural Emerald Band Stack Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning natural Colombian emerald hand-made solid gold 18K band ring. This gorgeous piece features multiple, round cut, Colombian emeralds, going all around the band. The high-qua...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Statement Ring With 0.36ct Marquise Natural Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A delicate and elegant 18K gold ring featuring a 0.36ct marquise-cut diamond of E color and VS1 clarity. Its graceful silhouette and brilliant sparkle make it a timeless piece for ev...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Certified 8.39 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Greenville, DE
An extraordinary treasure for collectors of the world’s finest gemstones, this remarkable Colombian emerald and diamond ring showcases exceptional rarity, beauty, and investment-qual...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$4,200
Ribbed Diamond Wrap Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ribbed Diamond Wrap Ring This sculptural wrap ring features a ribbed yellow gold silhouette accented with diamond-pavé rectangular end caps. The coiled design creates dimension and ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold