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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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 ...
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18" Twist Cable Omega Wire Choker Necklace
By Curata Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: 18k Country of Origin: Italy Metal Weight: 1.9 grams Measurement: 0.5mm wide x 18" length Certificate of Authenticity This Omega Wire Choker Necklace you mentioned is ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.07 ct Marquise Shaped Diamond Pave Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning diamond necklace showcases 220 natural sparkling diamonds, elegantly set in 18k white gold. The diamonds boast an exceptional E/F color and VS1/VS2 clarity, radiating b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marchisio 18K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Choker Necklace
By Marchisio
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Choker Necklace by Marchisio, Italian Jewellers Since 1859 Offered by Claris-A, this 18 karat two-tone gold choker necklace was handcrafted in the wor...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Bersoni 18K Yellow Gold Tubogas Choker Necklace, Italy, Late 20th
Located in Houston, TX
Bersoni tubogas style necklace in 18K yellow gold with a tongue insert closure. The necklace measures 19 inches in length and 1/2 inch wide. Necklace has very nice weight and lays ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,321
H 0.99 in W 1.97 in L 25.6 in
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Rhodium & Leather Logo Choker
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Christian Dior by Galliano Leather Logo Choker. An iconic find crafted by the House during the John Galliano era when drama was everything and reinvention of the codes of t...
$875
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.15 in Dm 5 in L 13.5 in
Vintage Vendome Silver-Tone Wide Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s
By Vendome
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Silver-Tone Wide Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s. It has six rows of studs, the same motif Valentino now uses for its studs. This is such a great find. IT MEASURES 12.5...
Mixed Metal
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...
Christian Dior necklace 'Le voyage Diorient Express' Haute Couture by John Galli
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 1998 Fall-Winter Haute Couture "Le Voyage du Diorient Express ou l'histoire de la collection princesse Pocahontas" Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. M...
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
$725
H 0.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 5 in L 14 in
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s
By Vendome
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Vendome Gold Tone Narrow Choker Circa 1980s. The pattern resembles a loop. It is .25" thick. This is the kind of piece that you never know yo...
Mixed Metal
HERMES Vintage Leather & Enamel Medallion Collar Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES vintage blue leather collar necklace with multicolored enamel medallion. This necklace features a gold tone medallion with multicolor enamel depicting bridle-style straps on ...
Gilt Metal
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 ...