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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Attractive Lanvin Sterling and Wood Bangle Watch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Great rare Lanvin bangle watch in wood and sterling silver from the 1970's. Hard bangle clamper with attractive moderne design. Watch is set into wood face which is set in sterling....
Sterling Silver
5.42 Carat Happy Diamond Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This 5.42 Carat Happy Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold is a lavish piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication. The centerpiece features 9 round cut moving diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sonia B. 1.54 Carat Galerie de Bijoux Diamond Gold Flex Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Sonia B Galerie de Bijoux Diamond 14k yellow gold flex bangle bracelet. Set with 7 princess cut and 48 full and square cut accent diamonds. Fits up t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Very Showy Large Designer Cadoro Clam Shell With Coral Clamper Cuff Bracelet
By Cadoro
Located in Tustin, CA
A very stately and showy vintage 1980’s Designer Cadoro large clam shell and coral motif dimensional cuff bracelet in rich 24 Karat gold finish with touches of rubbed silver make this bracelet a striking work of art fashion statement! Highly collectible, CADORO examples can be found exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. Cadoro, or Cadoro Jewels Corporation, was a Manhattan-based jewelry company founded in 1954 by Steven Brody and Daniel Stoenescu (aka Staneskieu), specializing in fashionable costume jewelry sold...
Base Metal, Mixed Metal
Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Modern Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing modern bracelet in 18 kt yellow and white gold structure mounted with five rubies and,between of them and for all the bracelet,diamonds. Diamonds 2.43 ct Rubies 3.45 ct - 6 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$725
H 2.75 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 2.75 in L 7 in
Vintage Gold-Tone Panther Bracelet with Diamante Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Rhinestone and Red Eyes Leopard Bracelet Circa 1980s. This beautiful gold-tone bracelet has a leopard head with rhinestones and red crystal eyes. Makes such a statement....
Mixed Metal
Natural Persian Turquoise Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-1800s Victorian handmade bangle bracelet with natural Persian Turquoise, natural patina, engraving. 37 round Turquoise in center 1.24 –...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sterling Silver Turquoise Bangle Clamper Bracelet Relios 6.75"
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous clamper style bangle bracelet is sterling silver with 4 sleeping beauty turquoise gemstones. This bangle measures 1 i...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
19th century French Chiseled Gold Ribbon Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
18 carat yellow gold bracelet, rhinoceros head hallmark. Fully articulated, this splendid bracelet is formed of articulated motifs made of ribbons of chiseled gold spaced with small ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Napoleon 3 Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18K rose gold and silver, owl hallmark. A hinged bracelet consisting of three separate but connected gold bands. Decorated at the top with an openwork floral design incor...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,480Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 6.69 in
Pear Cut Green Jadeite Jade Botanical Bracelet in Fine Silver 999
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This bracelet follows a botanical narrative, featuring fifteen jadeite stones arranged in a delicate floral and leaf motif. The design uses an open framework to create a sense of lig...
Jade, Silver
Diamond Cuff Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This luxurious diamond cuff bracelet is a true statement piece that will add a touch of glamour and sophistication to any outfit. Crafted from 18k white gold, the bracelet features a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$875
H 2.75 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 2.25 in L 7 in
Vintage Nina Ricci Gold Panther Bracelet with Blue Crystal Eyes, 1980s
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Nina Ricci Gold Pave and Blue Eyes Panther Bracelet Circa 1980s. This beautiful gold-tone bracelet has a panther head with pavé and Blue Crystal eyes. Makes such a statement...
Mixed Metal