The career of Jeanne Lanvin (1867–1946) and her eponymous brand began with a millinery apprenticeship in the late 19th century. Today, Lanvin Paris is a globally revered company and is among the oldest French fashion houses still in existence. It is renowned for its exquisite and sought-after vintage evening dresses, shoes, skirts and other garments and accessories and for having dressed such high-profile celebrities as Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Kim Kardashian and Sienna Miller.
In 1889, when her apprenticeship came to an end, the young French designer Jeanne Lanvin opened a custom hat shop on the rue Boissy d’Anglas in Paris. Four years later, she moved her business into a much more prominent space on the rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, one of the world’s most famous luxury fashion districts.
The new Maison Lanvin was big enough to display the pieces she would design for her daughter, Marguerite, who was born in 1897. The relationship between Lanvin and her daughter would be at the core of the brand, with a 1907 photograph of Jeanne and Marguerite in matching outfits inspiring the fashion house’s enduring logo.
In 1908, Lanvin launched a line of children’s clothing, one of the first such moves in high-end fashion. When mothers came in to buy the clothes, they often asked for similar designs for themselves.
Lanvin decided to introduce a women’s wear line with pieces that had a youthful femininity. This would grow to encompass everyday clothing, dresses, coats, lingerie and furs, as well as menswear, perfume and household items. Once she became a member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture (Parisian Fashion Council) in 1909, her title officially switched from milliner to designer.
Along with her stylish designs, Lanvin identified the importance of brand identity through fabric colors, opening a dye factory in Nanterre, France. There the distinctive “Lanvin blue” was produced, so even if her designs were copied, the colors could never be exactly reproduced.
After Jeanne Lanvin's death, her daughter, Marguerite Marie-Blanche de Polignac, took over and a series of talented artistic directors would propel the brand through the trends of the 20th century, including Jules François Crahay, Dominique Morlotti, Alber Elbaz and, most recently, Bruno Sialelli.
In 2018, Lanvin was acquired by the Fosun Fashion Group, which is now focused on celebrating Lanvin’s heritage while pushing it into a new chapter.
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Lanvin Montre Argent Bois Manuelle 1970s Silver Wood Manual Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in PARIS, FR
Lanvin wristwatch, circa 1970, in solid 925 silver and dark wood; manual-wind movement, graduated silver bezel, and wide cuff-style ribbon bracelet. Diameter (excluding crown): 2.2 c...
Silver
Vintage Aurora Borealis Crystal Choker Necklace, 1980s (Lanvin unsigned)
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in TOULOUSE, FR
This vintage necklace without label (unsigned), but we suppose attributed to the creative universe of Jeanne Lanvin, represents the poetic and decorative spirit that defined the French fashion house in the mid-20th century. Although unsigned, the piece is consistent in design, materials, and color language with documented Lanvin costume jewelry...
Iconic Space Age Necklace by Lanvin Circa 1970
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970. Paris France Imposing and iconic pendant necklace by Lanvin from the early 1970s of the Space Age period. Large crew-neck medallion in shiny golden brass in the shape of ...
Cartier Tank Solo Mid Size Stainless Steel Ref 3170 Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier Tank Solo Reference 3170, Wrist Watch, 30 x 24 M.M. 2 piece Stainless Steel water resistant case, Sapphire set crown, Quartz movement, Silver Satin dial with Black...
Stainless Steel
Omega Constellation Stainless Steel with Original Dial and Bracelet 1950s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Constellation METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm Lug Tip To Lug Tip X Diame...
Stainless Steel
$20,870
H 1.62 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Datejust Oyster Band Steel 18K Gold Bezel Blue Dial Watch 126334 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. 2026 Card. Comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the ...
18k Gold, Steel
Multi Gem Station Necklace 14 Karat White Gold By The Yard Sautoir Amethyst
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to have this iconic 36 inch Multi Gem Sautoir Station Necklace with Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz and Peridot Gems of varying cuts and sizes all bezel set and ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jade Carnelian Lapis Malachite Tiger's Eye 14 Karat Gold Necklace Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular natural mined gemstone necklace with graduated beads of Jade, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, and Tiger's Eye with a rare and wonderful Dog Clip Clasp in 14 Karat Gold. The necklace is 26 inches (63 cm) long. The graduated gemstone beads range from 7mm to 12mm (1/2 inch). The combination of the natural gem colors with the warm 14 Karat gold Dog Clip...
Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, 1...
Trio Charm Vintage German Glass Bead on Freshwater Pearls and Chain
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
Freshwater pearls with 18K gold filled chain adorned with 3 vintage German glass beads trimmed with 24K gold. It is finished with 14K gold filled clasp and metals. This necklace is 18 inches long and can be extended up to 20 inches. The 24K vintage...
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold P...
Art Deco Coral Necklace Antique Silver Natural Coral
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Art Deco - Victorian Coral Necklace of great beauty. The necklace is 54 inches long - a stunning length. It is Silver with gorge...
Coral, Silver
Egyptian Revival Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Gold Necklace Lariat 24 Inches Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING EGYPTIAN REVIVAL LARIAT DESIGN 24 INCH LONG LAPIS LAZULI AND 14 KARAT GOLD BEAD NECKLACE. THE VIVID BLUE LAPIS LAZULI BEADS ARE BEAUTIFULLY FLECKED WITH GOLD. TH...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Washer Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold necklace with two size faceted washers in emeralds for total 54.44 carats. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not on...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Rosaria Varra Angel-Skin Coral Emerald Bead and Diamond Opera Necklace
By Rosaria Varra
Located in Miami, FL
The long station necklace created by Rosaria Varra features natural untreated pink Angel-skin bead coral alternating with polished emerald bead and bezel set round diamonds. The esti...
Diamond, Coral, Emerald, Platinum
Rolex 14Kt Solid Rose Gold Rare Oyster Viceroy Art Deco Watch circa 1938
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Viceroy / Reference 3116 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1938 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm "Lug ...
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Opal Necklace 14 Karat Gold 31 Inches Graduated Opals
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN THIS RARE ART DECO OPAL AND 14 KARAT GOLD NECKLACE. THE EXTRAORDINARY JEWEL HAS THE MOST STUNNING NATURAL MINED ROUND OPAL BEADS THAT ARE GRADUATED FROM 4MM TO 8MM. THE NECKLACE IS 31 INCHES LONG. IT HAS A MAGNIFICENT CLASP SET WITH A CENTRAL OPAL CABOCHON OF 9MM IN DIAMETER SURROUNDED BY A HALO OF 14 ROUND OPAL CABOCHONS IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE OPALS HAVE LOVELY BLUE, GREEN, ORANGE, RED AND YELLOW FIRE. We all treasure the antique opal necklaces...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Iconic Space Age Necklace by Lanvin Circa 1970
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 Paris France Imposing and iconic pendant necklace by Lanvin from the early 1970s of the Space Age period. Large crew-neck medallion in shiny golden brass in the shape of ...
Jeanne Lanvin (attributed to) Necklace Circa 1970
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Imposing Jeanne Lanvin necklace (attributed to) dating from the 1970s. Necklace made of snake-like gold metal. Two large semi-precious oval stones, orange and crea...
Signed Lanvin Vintage 1970s 70s Large Red-Orange Modernist Pendant Necklace
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Sparks, NV
Oversized vintage iconic Lanvin statement necklace with a huge runway-style enamel pendant and snake chain. The piece is signed on the back and is in excellent condition with almost ...