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 Paris Modernist Gilt Metal Necklace with Taupe Enamel Pendant
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare modernist pendant necklace was created by Lanvin Paris. The extra-long gilt metal double chain is embellished with a geometric pendant. The delicate pendant is made of gilt...
Gilt Metal, Enamel
$700Sale Price|20% Off
LANVIN Sleek Green Resin Pendant Necklace c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek green resin pendant necklace c 1970s The iconic Lanvin necklace is adorned with a large green color lucite pendant suspended from a sinuous gilt metal snake chain ...
Gilt Metal
LANVIN Bijoux Sleek Trio of Interchangeable Resin Pendant Necklace c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Bijoux Sleek trio of interchangeable resin pendant necklace c 1970s The iconic set is designed with three interchangeable large scale resin pendants The large resin pendants r...
Gilt Metal
LANVIN Paris Rare Mod Large Scale Resin Pendant Necklace & Earrings c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek mod rare large scale resin enamel striped pendant choker necklace c 1970s The large scale resin enamel striped rectangular pendant is suspended from a slinky sinu...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Lanvin Bakelite and Snake Chain Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Amazing design by Lanvin Paris circa 1970s. Large amber-y bakelite "stones" are mixed with gas pipe chain for bold effect.
Very good condition,Signed Lanvin
Lanvin Iconic LOVE Necklace with Box
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous golden necklace from Lanvin. LOVE is written in large cursive letters attached to an adjustable brass chain on either side to change the length. It has a lobster claw clo...
Vintage Lanvin Gold Plated Deco Inspired Crystal Necklace & Bracelet Set, 1980s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine Art Deco design Vintage Lanvin Necklace and Bracelet. Crafted in gold plated metal set with crystals. The necklace is finished with the Lanvin logo hangtag. In very good vi...
Lanvin Enamel Swirl Knot Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Unusual enamel "swirled" knot choker by Lanvin circa 1970s.
Excellent condition
LANVIN gold & silver CRYSTAL WING & PEARL CHAIN Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Lanvin necklace in gold-tone and antique silver chains and black grosgrain ribbon with faux pearls. Features a crystal encrusted wing. Has been worn and is in excellen...
LANVIN Multi-Strand Faux Pearl Chain and Rhodoid Flower Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN vintage multi‑strand asymetric necklace featuring faux pearls and bronze-tone metal chains, adorned with two large iridescent rhodoid flowers embellished with facetted glass c...
Vibrant cerise cut glass and paste drop necklace, att. Lanvin, France, 1920s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very rare and ravishing necklace, set in a soft gilt metal, with the most vibrant and extraordinary cerise glass faceted round cabuchons, ovoid cut glass plaques and round cut glas...
Base Metal
LANVIN metal CRYSTAL WING & STONE CHAIN Necklace Retails $9.8k
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Lanvin short necklace in light gold-tone and antique silver chain with crystal encrusted wing and pendant with multiple precious stones. Has been worn and is in excell...
Lanvin Modernist Bakelite Pendant
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Sleek pendant from Lanvin, Paris. Buttercream bakelite mixed with a gilt snake chain. Very Collectible and striking.
Excellent Condition,
Signed Lanvin, Paris.
...
Gilt Metal
Lanvin Deco Style Pendant Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Deco Style Pendant Necklace of bakelite beads, lucite and gilt metal. 1970's France. 30" chain, Pendant 4" x 1.25". Very Good condition.
Lanvin Massive Coiled Runway Collar
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Massive Coiled Runway Collar from the 1980's. Gold leafed hand made papier mache "curls" are spaced with pastel cut acrylic "stones". The ends are finished with antique silve...
Lanvin Faux Ivory Hoop Pendant
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Timeless large faux ivory hoop pendant on gilt snakechain by Lanvin,Paris 1970s.
Excellent condition
LANVIN silver-tone brass & glass TRAVIATA FLORAL Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Lanvin necklace features a silver-tone and black leather design, crafted from polished brass. It boasts a striking statement pendant adorned with crystal embellis...
Vintage LANVIN Art Deco Rhinestone Rigid Choker Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN Art Deco Rhinestone Rigid Choker Necklace Measurements: Height: 0.70 inch (1.8 cm) Inner Circumference: 15.15 inches (38.5 cm) opening i...
Vintage LANVIN PARIS Bubble Coral Link Choker Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN PARIS Bubble Coral Link Choker Necklace Measurements: Height: 1.14 inches (2.9 cm) Length: 16.92 inches to 18.11 inches (43 cm to 46 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic L...
Vintage 1970s LANVIN Paris Modernist Lucite Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1970s LANVIN Paris Modernist Lucite Necklace Measurement: Center Piece: 4 inches X 1.5 inches Chain: 20.5 inches Features: - 100% Authen...
A large very strong futuristic pendant, Lanvin Paris, 1970
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A striking gilded metal and coloured Bakelite cabuchon pendant by Lanvin from 1970. At a time when fashion was pushing ahead into Space Age designs and ways of living, Lanvin too wer...
Gilt Metal
Lanvin Python, Lizard and Resin Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin necklace made of gunmetal, python, lizard and resin Length: 43 cm / 17″ Marks – Designer Signature, Made in France Condition – very good ........Additional information ......
Lanvin Set of Necklace and Earrings in Silver Metal and Transparent Balls
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Set composed of a bracelet around the arm and a pair of ear clips in silver metal and transparent balls. Not signed. Collection Haute Couture Printemps-Eté 1990 Additional ...
Lanvin Gilded Serpentine Chain Necklace with Red Enamel Medallion
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Lanvin Paris modernist pendant choker necklace features a serpentine gilded metal chain ornate with a geometric pendant in shiny gilt metal and red enamel. The rare cho...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Lanvin Striped Resin Pendant
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Large pendant by Lanvin circa 1970s in stripes of orange, white, black and clear resin.
Gilt metal mount.
Signed Lanvin
Pendant 4 x 1.5"
Chain 29&qu...
Gilt Metal
1970's Lanvin Mod Look Disk Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful piece of Lanvin costume jewellery, dating from the 1970's. Gold tone chain link with white and blue details. Lobster clasp with Lanv...
Gilt Metal
Lanvin Dark-Silvery Metal Necklace with Rhinestones
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Dark-silvery metal necklace with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 74 cm Seller Reference: BC50
Vintage LANVIN Rhinestone Leaves Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN Rhinestone Leaves Necklace Measurements: Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Wearable Length: 15.75 inches to 17.12 cm (40 cm to 43.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN. - Jewelled leaves centrepiece. - Gold tone hardware. - Box clasp closure. - Signed LANVIN GERMANY...
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace Round 0.30 ct G VVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Pendant Necklace Style: Prong Set Metal: Platinum Measurements: 19' Inches Main Diamond: Round Brilliant Diamond 0.30 cts Color & Clarity: G, VVS1 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Small Diamond Cross Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.2 Grams Chain Length: 16" Pendant Drops: 17 mm Stamped: "K18" "750" "D0.30" Diamond Count: 6 brilliant c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1981 Chanel Cut Crystal and Pearl Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful and highly collectable long Chanel sautoir dating from 1981. No clasp, goes over the head and can be worn long or layered. Red cut crystal and faux pearls in a gold tone metal setting. Small circular gold Chanel tag...
Pearl
Diamond Bar Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace, Dainty, NK6114
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous 14k yellow gold bar pendant is stationed with five brilliant diamonds and is sure to put a smile on anyone's face! The diamon...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Cartier Panthère Pendant Necklace, 148g 18K Gold, Heavy Chain, Box & Papers 1980
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthère Pendant Necklace Cartier, Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond · Signed and Numbered · Cartier Service Papers and Original Presentation Box · 148 Grams Total A...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$22,000
W 0.75 in D 0.75 in L 2 in
Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Whistle Locket With Surprise Inside and 1.13 TCW Diamonds
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by a tiny vintage gold charm, Wendy's double-punning Virginia Woolf Whistle pendant pops open to reveal a little wolf with glittering diamond eyes. And if you want to be a w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Crystal, Turquoise, Coral, Onyx, Enamel & Diamond Necklace Plat/18k
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
David Webb multi-strand necklace featuring cabochon turquoise, carved rock crystal, coral, turquoise and onyx beads, approximately 3.17 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds and black enamel, set in 18k gold and platinum. Fits up to a 16" neck. The center piece measures 2 1/8" long by 2 1/4" wide. This necklace is accompanied by a David Webb box...
Onyx, Turquoise, Diamond, Crystal, Coral, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold,...
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1998 Beads Pearls Lattice Leaf Feather Layers Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1998 Vintage Luxury Beads White Drop Dangle Pearls Leaf Feather Layer Strands Lattice Tassel Exquisite Chunky Collar Choker Necklace Bracelet Clip Earrin...
Silver Plate
GIORGIO ARMANI 2005 Vintage Runway Star Layered Necklace
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Giorgio Armani Vintage Runway SS05 3 layered glass & crystal necklace Chameleon of colors, green, grey, brown Sometimes reads cool, sometimes warm Excellent condition, minor feel...
Four Strand Faux Pearls Necklace with Silver Plated Pavé Panther Clasp
Located in London, GB
Wonderful four strand ivory coloured faux pearls necklace, featuring an ornate silver plated pavé panther clasp with green rhinestone head decoration and green eyes. The necklace can...
Silver Plate
$9,900 / item
W 0.44 in L 18 in
Scintillating Modern 18K White Gold Diamond Fashion Necklace with Drop
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This modern design 18K white gold and diamond necklace absolutely shimmers and scintillates. The necklace measures 18 inches in length, and from the center hangs a 1 5/8 inch diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,255
H 0.71 in W 0.36 in L 0.71 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Small Diamond Drop Pendant and Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer drop pendant necklace with chain is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with granulation work all the way around. The ba...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
rare LANVIN black strand wrapped faux pearl crystal ribbon tie necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN black strand wrapped faux pearl crystal ribbon tie necklace Reference: TGAS/E00871 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Fabric, Faux Pearl Color: Black, Pearl Pa...
LANVIN black wrapped large faux pearl double ribbon tie princess necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black wrapped large faux pearl double ribbon tie princess necklace Reference: TGAS/E00872 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Fabric, Faux Pearl Color: Black, Pearl ...
Lanvin Paris Modernist Gilded Snake Chain Necklace with Enamel Medallion
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Lanvin Paris modernist pendant choker necklace features a gilded-metal snake chain (also called serpentine or turbogas), complemented by a geometric pendant. The pendan...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Lanvin Marajah Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Wonderful impressive Lanvin Marajah necklace in champagne metal and stones. Shiny and elegant for an impressive red carpet look. Good condition, some signs of use. Adjustable by ...
Lanvin Resin Pearls Layered Ribbon Choker Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin Resin Pearls Layered Ribbon Choker Necklace Black necklace designed during the critically acclaimed tenure of Alber Elbaz. Featuring a double layer of large, blac...
LANVIN Paris Mod Resin & Gilt Metal Pendant Necklace c 1970
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek resin & gilt metal pendant necklace c 1970s The iconic necklace is designed with a large circular tortoise shell lucite pendant; juxtaposed with sleek gilt metal i...
LANVIN Paris Mod Sleek Interchangeable Resin Pendant Choker Necklace c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek mod 1970s interchangeable resin pendant choker necklace in Lanvin presentation box The three large rectangular resin pendants range from jade green, smoky carnelian & glossy jet black The resin pendants are mounted into a gilt metal frame suspended from a slinky gold plated snake chain The bold Lanvin interchangeable...
Gilt Metal
Lanvin Jewel Toned Crystal and Ribbon Collar Necklace and Box
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a lasting touch of glamour to your evening wear with this exquisite Lanvin crystal and ribbon collar necklace. The decadent emerald green, citrine yellow, and clear colored cryst...
Crystal
LANVIN Paris Sleek Mixed Metal Pendant Necklace c 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in University City, MO
LANVIN Paris Sleek mixed metal pendant necklace c 1970s The minimalist necklace is designed with a mixed metal geometric pendant combined with gold plated and chrome plated metals J...
LANVIN Collier multi pearl beads black ribbon statement necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN Collier multi pearl beads black ribbon statement necklace Reference: LNKO/A02579 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Model: Collier Material: Fabric, Faux Pearl Color: Pearl, ...
LANVIN black double strand wrapped faux pearl ribbon tie statement necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black double strand wrapped faux pearl ribbon tie statement necklace Reference: TGAS/E00874 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Faux Pearl, Fabric Color: Black, Pear...
LANVIN black mesh wrap double strand small faux pearls necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black mesh wrap double strand small faux pearls necklace Reference: TGAS/E00873 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Fabric, Faux Pearl Color: Black, Pearl Pattern: S...