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 Ink Navy Leather and Grosgrain Mary Jane Platform Pumps, Italy, Size 39.5
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Morristown, NJ
A sophisticated pair of Lanvin platform pumps crafted in Italy in supple ink navy leather and trimmed throughout with matching grosgrain ribbon. The design reinterprets the classic M...
Lanvin Brown Leather Double Strap Purse W/ Silver Hardware
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lanvin Brown Leather Double Strap Purse W/ Silver Hardware. In Excellent Condition. Original Price $1745 Measurements: Height - 8.5 Inches Width - 16.4 Inches Height with Stra...
Lanvin Black Cotton Jersey Fringed Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Black cotton jersey fringed dress. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Waist length: 36 cm - Length: 135 c...
Lanvin Vintage 1970s Tulip Butterfly Print Colorful 70s Jersey Drawstring Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s LANVIN tulip / butterfly print colorful drawstring dress! Features tulip flowers that look like a cross between a tulip and a butterfly. Elastic waistband an...
Lanvin white grecian style washed silk crystal embellished wedding dress gown
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Lanvin Paris Collection Blanche Resort 2011 A beautiful floor length grecian style loose fitting ivory gown with crystal embellished waist band that would w...
Sleeveless black evening dress drape on the side Lanvin par Alber Elbaz NEW
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless black evening dress drape on the side. Collection "Les 10 ans" Fabric composition: 100% Cupro Lining composition: 100% silk NEW with tag. Elastic waist band inside the dr...
New LANVIN Duchesse Satin Vintage Gray Long Wedding Celebrity Gown US 2 4 FR 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Goshen, KY
Size: French 36 Brand: LANVIN Color: Light Dove Gray Season: Vintage Features: Strapless sweetheart neckline Draped detail throughout Ruffle detail at side Belt at waist Long leng...
1980s Elegant Embossed and Gilded Leather Baguette Bag by Lanvin Paris
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage 1980s Lanvin Paris shoulder bag exudes a sophisticated, exotic charm with its stunning metallic-flecked embossed leather that mimics a luxurious snakeskin texture. The b...
Powder pink crêpe evening dress with bow LANVIN by Alber Elbaz Summer 2015
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Powder pink crêpe evening dress with bow . Black silk lining. Visible zip closure on the left side. Split on the left side , lenght = 70cm. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Lanvin, Red velvet blazer
By Lanvin Paris
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Lanvin, Red velvet blazer. The item is in very good condition. Very small stain in the neck.
Lanvin Paris black overcoat elegant evening duster, 1960s vintage
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Genova, IT
Lanvin vintage 60s black overcoat ABOUT Lanvin Paris vintage, elegant evening duster in silk satin with delicate quilting. The coat has a straight-line shape, round collar without ...
Lanvin Escarpins Sandales EU38 Black Satin Heels Pumps Sandals UK5 US7.5 New
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in PARIS, FR
Lanvin open toe pumps, black satin sandals with thin crossed straps on the front of the foot, on the top of the foot in a salomé style and closed around the ankle with a thin gold me...
LANVIN 2004 Alber Elbaz brown wool black jewel embellished sheath dress FR38 S
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2004 Alber Elbaz brown wool black jewel embellished sheath dress FR38 S Reference: CELG/A00115 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: Fall Winter 2004 Material: Wool ...
1950's Lanvin Brown Evening Dress with Shawl
By Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Lanvin brown evening gown from the 1950's. The empire waist dress features spaghetti straps and a fitted satin bodice with an oversized bow on the f...
Vintage Lanvin Paris Geometric Print Shirt Dress, Circa 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Lanvin mod dress tricolor geometric print shirt dress styling exaggerated winged collar short sleeves self covered buttons matching sash belt falls to knee length 🏷 Has an ...
Lanvin Happy Clutch Bag Summer 2009
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Lanvin by Alber Elbaz "Happy" clutch bag featuring t an iconic animal print, a top fixed bow tie, a front closure, inside logo lining, a front zipped pocket, gold-tone hardware. See ...
Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s
By Lanvin Paris, Antonio del Castillo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin-Castello Haute Couture dress & coat ensemble in bright coral silk brocade from the 1950s. Lanvin is the oldest French fashion house founded by Jeanne Lanvin in Paris in 1889 u...
Lanvin Paris Silk Scarf Geometric Print in Cocoa Brown and Green, c1970
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant silk scarf by Lanvin Paris features a classic 1970s geometric optical print. The color palette is bright and vibrant, featuring seafoam green, lapis blue, and turquoise ...
LANVIN 2011 Runway 100% silk red puff sleeve mini dress FR34 XS
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2011 Runway 100% silk red puff sleeve mini dress FR34 XS Reference: WECN/A00065 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2011 - Runway Material: Silk Color: Red Pattern...
$2,940Sale Price|30% Off
2012 Alber Elbaz Lanvin Ivory Silk Ribbon Bridal Dress new w/ Barneys Tag $6850
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Kingston, NY
A deadstock ivory silk dress from Lanvin’s Collection Blanche, the bridal line Alber Elbaz built around the house’s signature silhouettes. Elbaz led Lanvin from 2001 to 2015 and was ...
Brown wool bouclette double breasted jacket LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown wool bouclette double breasted jacket with belt and belt-loop. Lining is probably made of acetate or rayon. Hidden Snap closure on the front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 42 (Fr) L
Alber Elbaz for Lanvin Paris 2007 Metallic Blue Draped Blouse Size FR36 US4
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Looks like liquid metal. Feather light. Draped to perfection by the late Elber Albez for Lanvin, Paris. This was from the Eté (summer) 2007 collection. Size 36/FR 4/US. Pics do not d...
Lanvin Alber Elbaz Black Sun Hat Navy Ribbon Band, 2006
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
After serving as creative director for several other prominent fashion houses such as Guy Laroche, Alber Elbaz led the House of Lanvin from 2001-2015, a decade and a half in which ma...
Lanvin pre/FW 2012 10 yr anniversary black red heart print silk train gown dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage A beautiful floor length silk gown in black, covered in red heart print from Lanvin Pre Fall 2012 which was the 10 year anniversary collec...
$562Sale Price|20% Off
Lanvin Vintage Long Wool Cape - Muted Olive Green - Circa 1980s
By Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin Paris
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This exceptional archival long cape from Lanvin Paris, dating from the late 1970s to early 1980s and probably Fall 1981, is a masterpiece of French tailoring. Crafted from a premium ...
Lanvin 2014 Chapeau Paille T58 Alber Elbaz Straw Hat US7.25 UK7.125 New in box
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Lanvin SS2014 collection hat by Alber Elbaz in natural straw, Panama trilby style, adorned with a paisley scarf in shades of black, blue, white, and gray, with grosgrain ribbon for a...
$950Sale Price|20% Off
Lanvin Black and Silver Silk Gown- Circa 80's
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Lanvin Black and Silver/Metallic Stripe Silk Gown. Circa 80's. This gown is in excellent pre-owned condition.
Lanvin Ete' 2006 Alber Elbaz Cream Shawl Collar Cropped Puff Sleeve Jacket
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin Ete' Albert Elbaz 2006 cream linen/cotton blend shawl collar, cropped, puff sleeve jacket, unworn with tags. Deep pleated shawl collar, short puff sleeves with an open front &...
Lanvin Vintage Black Velvet Skirt With Cream Quilted Satin Trim
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lanvin vintage black velvet skirt with quilted cream satin trim at waist and hem and four geometrically quilted panels. Side-back zip and hook and eye closures. 79% cotton, 17% moda...
Lanvin S/S 2007 Alber Elbaz Sz 38 Purple Rhinestone Encrusted Empire Waist Dress
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful LANVIN Spring / Summer 2007 Ete by ALBER ELBAZ purple / aubergine / eggplant rhinestone encrusted empire waist dress ! Tailored bodice with a free flowing body. Large rhine...
New Rare Vintage Lanvin " Candie " Mocca & Gold Mask 1980 Sunglasses
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New vintage Lanvin " Candie " Mocca & gold sunglasses with spotless medium brown lens. Please notice this item may show minor sign of wear due to storage. Made in France. FRONT...
LANVIN brown vegetable calfskin suede double breasted jacket FR48 M
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN brown vegetable calfskin suede double breasted jacket FR48 M Reference: PRWU/A00082 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: ...
Lanvin evening bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LANVIN - (Made in France) Round black velvet evening bag with a black cord trimming strap, and a golden-metal pine-cone fastening. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 1...
Lanvin Paris Satin Silk Hand Bag
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Sharon, CT
A black satin silk handbag with snap closure and 'gunmetal' link chain (15"). The clasp has a 'mother of pearl square mounted to a stainless steel square. The fully lined interior co...
Black shiny sequin draped cocktail dress on blue jersey base LANVIN by A. Elbaz
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black shiny sequin draped cocktail dress on blue jersey base . Zip closure on the middle back. Draped on the left hips. SIZE L
Lanvin Runway Silk Hand-Painted Ombré Floral Dress Jacket w Shoulder Pleats
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Gresham, OR
Lanvin cotton and silk, hand-painted ombré floral tunic length jacket with front zip closure, no collar and voluminous pleated shoulder detail. Great seaming details at side waist. ...
Lanvin Paris 2013 Shocking Pink & Black Beaded Modern Chemise Dress NWT Size 4-6
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This Lanvin dress is so modern and chic! A shocking pink silk front and black silk back with very modern beading on both sides of the hem. NWT, this dress was designed by Alber Elbaz...
Long knitted cardigan LANVIN Circa 1970's
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long knitted cardigan with snap closure on the front . Pocket on both side. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Andrea Pfister 1980's Black Color Block Suede and Leather Pumps, Autographed
By Andrea Pfister, Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These iconic emerald and blue color-block pumps are signed by the one and only, Italian designer for Lanvin and Jean Patou, Andrea Pfister. Known for his unique and well-crafted foot...
1975 Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Dress Numbered
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Lanvin Haute Couture dress featuring a front button down closure down chest, a lavalliere tie closure at neckline, a green silk jacquard ground with a floral print. Composition: 100%...
Lanvin Paris Unisex Animal Print Leather Fur Collar Coat, Excellent
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
* Animal print * Fur exterior and collar * Concealed buttons * Grosgrain trim * Fabric lining * Excellent Condition: This pre-loved piece is in excellent condition, with no significa...
Lanvin by Elbaz Paris Rare Pink Silk Black Lace Blouse Rare Collection Size S
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Palm Desert, CA
It really doesn’t get more beautiful than this collectible blouse designed by Alber Elbaz for House of Lanvin Paris celebrating their 125th anniversary with a special runway show and...
1980 black velvet dress with silver polka dots and Lanvin label
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
80's Tulip or ball dress in black velvet and silver sequined dots. The skirt is lined with a black tulle petticoat edged with a plumetis tulle flounce.
Lanvin One Shoulder Silk Mini Red Dress, 2010
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin mini draped one-shoulder dress by Alber Elbaz in red color. Collection 2010 Fabric: 100% silk Size: 38 FR (M) Condition: Perfect ........Additional information ........ - P...
Greyish beige trouser LANVIN by Alber Elbaz SS 2013
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Greyish beige trouser . Fabric composition: 74% silk, 26% rayon. Belt fabric composition: 88% polyester, 12% silk. Invisible zip closure on the left side + hook&eye. Invisible zip cl...
Lanvin asymmetrical one-shoulder dress, 2000s
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Ivory Lanvin mini dress with one-shoulder neckline, ruche-accented at bust, asymmetrical hemline and exposed zip closure at side. Size – M Bust: 27″ / 68,6 cm Waist: 26″ / 66 cm ...
$309Sale Price|30% Off
Lanvin x Alber Elbaz Toggle Strap Vest Top Spring 2006
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Super slinky archival Lanvin toggle strap vest top from Alber Elbaz's Spring 2006 collection. New with tags. Made from smooth semi sheer dark khaki silk knit with elasticated drawstr...
$596Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Lanvin Minimalist Wool Skirt Suit Courthouse Bride
By Lanvin Paris, Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Kingston, NY
An elegant example of mid-century French tailoring, this Lanvin suit captures the quiet sophistication of the house in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Crafted in a refined ivory wool...
LANVIN ALBER ELBAZ black beaded fringe embellished flapper silk dress FR34 XS
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN ALBER ELBAZ black beaded fringe embellished flapper silk dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/A00418 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid ...
LANVIN 1970s Vintage Pink-Black Shearling Hand Warmer / Muff Russian Style
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
A stunning collector piece from Lanvin. Beautiful pink and black trimmings, Russian style muff with a long shoulder corduroy black cord with tassels. Large open space on each side t...
Lanvin Paris Vintage Black Silk 'Gatsby' Dress with Fringes, 2005
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
398 LANVIN - Fall/Winter 2005 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of Alber Elbaz. Black silk strapless dress decorated with fabric fringe and black beads, matchin...
Lanvin x Alber Elbaz Spring 2006 Crinkle Satin Jacket
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage Lanvin jacket from Alber Elbaz’s Spring 2006 collection. Worn just a couple of times. Crafted from slightly glittery black cotton and cupro crinkled sateen with chi...
LANVIN 2011 black ramie metal blend one shoulder bow mini dress FR36 S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2011 black ramie metal blend one shoulder bow mini dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00042 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2011 Material: Ramie, Metal, Blend Color...
Nylon leopard printed double-breasted trench-coat Lanvin by Alber Elbaz 2010
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Nylon leopard printed double-breasted trench-coat.No lining. SIZE M/L
Striped lamé shirt LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Striped lamé shirt. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 40
LANVIN 2011 Alber Elbaz navy drape V neck side zip side dolman dress FR40 L
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2011 Alber Elbaz navy drape V neck side zip side dolman dress FR40 L Reference: CAKK/A00033 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2011 Material: Polyamide, Blend Col...
Black sleeveless top Lanvin by Alber Elbaz
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless top with raw cut edge on the arm-hole and neckline and double-lay Fabric composition: 60% triacetate, 40% polyester. SIZE 42 / L
LANVIN 2014 Runway I Am Addicted To Gloss metallic green silver silk lame vest S
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2014 Runway I Am Addicted To Gloss metallic green silver silk lame vest S Reference: NKLL/A00653 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: Spring/Summer 2014 Ready-to-We...
LANVIN ALBER ELBAZ 2009 black silk lurex gold cut out cap sleeve top FR36 XS
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN ALBER ELBAZ 2009 black silk lurex gold cut out cap sleeve top FR36 XS Reference: SNKO/A00093 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Model: Silk top Collection: Fall Winter 2019 M...
Black wool jacket with red collar and cuffs LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jacket with red collar and cuffs . Main fabric composition: 93% wool, 7% nylon. Lining: probably acetate or rayon. Shoulder pad. Hidden button and buttonhole closure on t...