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 calfskin leather crystal embellished panelled statement waist belt S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black calfskin leather crystal embellished panelled statement waist belt S Reference: LNKO/A02580 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Leather Color: Black, Clear Pat...
$877
Lanvin fish belt
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LANVIN - (Made in France) Golden metal chain belt with fish elements. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 82 cm SKU:ACC112
Lanvin Beige Elasticated Eyelets Belt
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the belt is evident. Minimal wear to the front and back of the elasticated waist belt where discolouration is visible. Scratching to the metal...
ALLEN EDMONDS Size 42 Blue Tan Textured Leather Belt
By Allen Edmonds
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALLEN EDMONDS belt in a blue textured leather featuring tan edges, and solid brass buckle. Made in USA, brass buckle made in Italy.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate signs of wear. ...
CHANEL 1997 CC Logos Double Chain Belt Vintage Very Rare
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL 1997 CC Logos Double Chain Belt Vintage Very Rare A very very rare and highly sought after vintage CHANEL 1997 CC logos Couture, a Catwalk unique belt in very good condition. Double gold tone flat chain links with 5 interlaced CC logo (2.5 x 2 cm) finished and with a large interlaced CC logo (6.5 x 5 cm) with double hooks fastening with Chanel signature. This is a fixed length belt. The gold hardware is in amazing condition. Styled with a Chanel vintage tweed skirt and with a Chanel shirt for sale separately - see our other listings. A unique piece a 'Must-Have' Chanel belt. Length from hook rings...
1983 Christopher Ross Bow Statement Belt Buckle
By Christopher Ross
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement in this Christopher Ross Bow Belt Buckle from 1983! The textured plated gold metal and freely structured shape of the bow gives the il...
Judith Leiber 1980s Swarovski Teddy Bear Belt
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on the Judith Leiber 1980s Swarovski Crystal Teddy Bear Belt—a whimsical and charming accessory that combines playful design with luxurious craftsmanship. The standout...
GUCCI ebony & beige GG Monogram canvas BAMBOO Belt 85 / 34
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci belt in ebony and beige GG canvas is a refined take on the house’s iconic motif. Featuring a distinctive double G buckle in bamboo and light gold-tone metal...
Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt
By Celine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with this iconic Celine 1990s Brown Leather Gold Tone Belt. Crafted from rich, deep brown leather, this belt exudes timeless sophist...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Metallic Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your outfit with this Yves Saint Laurent belt from the 1980s! Gold metallic leather belt with gold hammered belt-buckle. Marked a size medium. Measures 34 inches total.
Tom Ford for Gucci Metallic Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci leather metallic belt is a striking statement piece that exudes luxury and sophistication. Crafted in a light champagne color, this wide, chunky belt features ...
Louis Vuitton Fall 2011 Marc Jacobs Fetishes Collection Black Corset Belt 75cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Louis Vuitton Fall 2011 Marc Jacobs Fetishes collection - in my opinion best LV Collection!! Wide black patent leather corset belt. Marked siz...
1994 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quadruple Chain Belt Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Chanel gold toned chain belt featuring front quadruple chain draping in textured and polished double links and a CC charm. Adjustable hook fastening. It can be worn as a belt...
CoCo Chanel Haute Couture Lion Belt Maison Goossens
By Maison Goossens for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
CoCo Chanel early chain belt composed of signature curb chain with classic signature lions head motifs terminating in an adjustable pendant tassel. Coco Chanel synthesizes her favor...
Chanel Gripoix Fall 1993 Gilded metal glass brooch
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel, Chanel
Located in CANNES, FR
Chanel X Karl Lagerfeld - Maison Gripoix Autumn/Winter 1993-1994 Ready-to-Wear Collection Circular brooch in gilded metal and multicolored poured glass. Signed on plate. Diameter:...
LANVIN Textile blue rhinestone jewel silver chain black fabric belt
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN Textile blue rhinestone jewel silver chain black fabric belt Reference: TGAS/E00605 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: Textile Material: Fabric, Metal Color: Blac...
Lanvin Silver Chain Crystal Tie Belt
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to belt is evident on this used Lanvin designer resale item. This item comes with original dust bag. Details Silver Met...
LANVIN 2013 Alber Elbaz blue COOL pendant pearl ribbon tiered belt necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2013 Alber Elbaz blue COOL pendant pearl ribbon tiered belt necklace Reference: AAWC/A01034 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2013 AW - Runway Material: Faux Pea...
Lanvin Silver Chain Crystal Tie Belt
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to belt is evident on this used Lanvin designer resale item. This item comes with original dust bag. Details Silver Met...
LANVIN black BOW VELVET WAIST Belt M
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Lanvin bow detailed waist belt in black velvet with an elastic part that stretches. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measuremen...
LANVIN Size S Black Brown Metal Leather Corset Belt
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
LANVIN belt comes in a brown metal featuring a large plate design, gold tone hardware, leather trim, black elastic strap, and a snap button closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Ow...
Lanvin Wide Quilted Black Belt in Satin with a Bow
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin wide horizontally quilted black belt in satin with a bow. Worn once, this belt comes with the box and tags. The belt will add the final touch to a special outfit or dress. In ...
Lanvin Elastic Belt with Tulle Flower Size S
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN elastic belt featuring a large tulle flower at center. Double snap closure. Label reads LANVIN Made in France. Indicated size : S. Indicative me...
Lanvin Jewelled Tassel Belt and Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN gun patina metal snake chain belt featuring a large chain tassel embellished with faux pearl and SWAROVSKI crystals. Can be also worn as a sautoir necklace. Hook clasp closu...
1990's LANVIN wide modernist belt in teal leather
By Lanvin Paris, Claude Montana
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid teal leather belt by Lanvin designed by Claude Montana dating to the early 1990's. Very interesting fastening consisting of a long thin metal rod that slides into a metal tube...
Lanvin Black Silk Faille Belt w/ Crystal Buckle - Circa 2006
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin Black Silk Faille Belt w/ Crystal Buckle - Circa 2006. This lovely belt is in excellent condition. It features an elegant black silk faille and a crystal buckle. It is from...
Lanvin Black & White Patent Belt sz S rt. $495
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Black & White Patent Belt Features white patent bow Made In: Italy Color: Black and white Materials: Patent leather Closure/Opening: Snap buttons Retail Price: $495 + t...