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 Silvered Metal and Enamel Jeweled Turtle Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Lanvin Paris brooch features a turtle with silvered metal framing, topped with yellow enamel and complemented by Gripoix poured glass cabochons in carnelian color. The piec...
Enamel
Lanvin Vintage Gold Toned Knot Bar Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN Paris vintage gold toned knot bar brooch. Embossed LANVIN Paris. Indicative measurements : length approx. 5 cm (1.97 inches) / max. width approx 1 cm (0.39 inch). JEWELRY ...
Lanvin Geometric Brooch Gilded Metal and Gray Enamel
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Lanvin Paris modernist pin brooch is a statement piece from the early 1970s. It features a massive gilded metal carved design in a futuristic geometric and three-dimens...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Gold Flower Brooch by Lanvin
By Lanvin Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
This is an elegant gold-tone brooch with a nature-inspired design, resembling a three-petal flower. The three petals are hammered and irregular, giving them a hand-crafted, organic t...
Base Metal
Lanvin Bow-Shaped Gilded Metal Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Gilded metal brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition, the metal is slightly oxidized Dimensions: 4 cm x 3.5 cm (1.57" x 1.37") Seller Reference: BR76
Gilt Metal
Lanvin Key Shaped Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - Brooch composed of gilded metal representing a key made of strings. Additional information: Dimensions: 10cm x 3.5 cm (3.93 in x 1.37 in) Condition: Very good condition Sel...
Gilt Metal
$440Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in W 2 in
Heidi Daus Easter Bonnets Crystal Encrusted Duck Pin Brooch, Brass Tone
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Easter Bonnets pin brooch by Heidi Daus. A classy duck and ducklings in fancy hats, decorated with dazzling crystals and faux opals. Marks/hallmarks: Heidi...
Crystal
Antique 1890s Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.83 carat diamond and pearl, 9 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique diamond and pearl brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting. The scroll design is ornamented with a central six claw /prong set Old European cut diamond flanked above and below by individually set pearls, held in 9k yellow gold, six claw / prong settings. The scroll designs are further embellished with eighteen Old European cut diamonds, graduating in size. The terminals at either end of the brooch are accented with a 9k yellow gold six claw / prong set pearl...
Pearl, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Brooch of 14K Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Iris, the Greek goddess of the rainbow, was believed to bridge the realms of heaven and earth—a fitting namesake for this ethereal antique brooch, which captures her beauty in radian...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch 15ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1895 Makers Mark L & L Fabulous, Victorian Oval Shaped Brooch. Set with Gorgeous Sapphires & Diamonds. Beautifully Detailed...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 19.90 Carat Diamond Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a pair of Old European cut center Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.40 carats, Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.50...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,687
Augustine flower brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
AUGUSTINE - (Made in France) Golden metal flower brooch with colorful glass paste and rhinestones. A 2025 Exclusive Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 9 cm x 8 ...
Gilt Metal
Art Deco 3.02ct Diamond Double Clip Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful brooch is the epitome of Art Deco style. A mix of baguette, old cut and eight cut diamonds encrust the elegantly crafted platinum metalwork to create a wonderful glitt...
Diamond, Platinum
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Extra Large Wild Rose flower gold velvet silk pin brooch
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Extra Large Wild Rose flower gold crushed velvet silk pin brooch Reference: TGAS/F00666 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Win...
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Heart Pin Brooch with Ruby
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Mint condition. Vintage Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimension: 1.2x1.3” Weight: 4.5gr Ruby stone Comes with Tiffany & Co Box
Ruby, Yellow Gold
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Large Wild Rose flower light grey velvet pin brooch
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Large Wild Rose flower light grey crushed velvet pin brooch Reference: TGAS/F00669 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Winter 2...
$762
W 2.37 in L 3.08 in
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Huge Pearl Gold Double Layer Flower White Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Huge Large Double Layer Flower White Pearl Elegant Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Excellent condition. Very rare to find. 100% Genuine. Signed on the ...
Gold Plate
Chanel Turnlock Brooch 24K Gold Plated Large 96A
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
CHanel Turnlock 24K gold Plated Brooch in large format from 96P Stamped 96P 1.5" wide by 1" high The turnlock is a must for any collector to have in their Brooch collection a quinte...
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Lanvin Crystal Embellished Beetle Stick Pin Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
Lanvin Crystal Embellished Beetle Stick Pin Brooch Gunmetal long pin with a decorative beetle-shaped head and a removable cap. Embellished with two circular green gemstones and cry...
Crystal
Lanvin Paris Gilded Metal and Enamel Rhino Jeweled Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Lanvin Paris pin brooch depicts a rhino with gilt metal framing topped with chocolate brown enamel and accented with Gripoix poured glass cabochons in emerald green. The...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
1970’s Vintage Lanvin Gold Tone Fish Pin Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautifully crafted gold tone figural fish pin brooch designed by Lanvin in 1970’s. This piece is gold plated. Signature: “LANVIN. GERMANY”...
Gold Plate
Lanvin Paris Silvered Metal and Enamel Jeweled Owl Pin Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Lanvin Paris pin brooch features an owl with silvered metal framing topped with off-white enamel and complemented with Gripoix poured glass cabochons in carnelian color. ...
Enamel
LANVIN by Goossens Star Brooch in Ruthenium Metal and Rhinestones
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Superb LANVIN by GOOSSENS star brooch in ruthenium metal set with rhinestones and cabochons in emerald, and yellow colors.. This brooch was created by Albert Elbaz who just passed ...
Base Metal
Lanvin Oversized Blue Silk Flower Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
Gorgeous LANVIN blue silk oversized flower brooch. Embossed LANVIN Paris Made in France. Indicative measurements : max. height approx. 18 cm ...
Lanvin Vintage Lot of Two Brooches
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN vintage lot of two brooches. Gold toned openwork stylized flower featuring a blue resin cabochon. Embossed LANVIN Parfums. Excellent condition (bl...
Lanvin Logo gold tone Brooch Pin
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Capri, IT
Lanvin Logo gold tone Brooch Pin
Lanvin Citrine Cross Pin
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin Citrine Cross Pin. The stones are a mixture of lighter & deep shades. The pin also has a loop to make a necklace accessible. Retail price is $1700...
Citrine
LANVIN SILVERTONE & CRYSTAL BOW BROOCH
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful LANVIN Large Crystal Bow Brooch will add style to any look. It features both clear and smokey crystals on a silvertone background which add...