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
$30,000Sale Price|55% Off
H 1.42 in L 2.25 in
Oscar Heyman 18k Gold & Fancy Yellow Diamond 'Prowling Lion' Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold 'prowling lion' brooch contains a 0.01ct round emerald eye, 22 round diamonds (0.18ct, F-G/VS+), and 154 round fancy yellow diamonds (4.73ct). It is sta...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Gold 30 Carat One of a Kind Black Opal Snacking Fish Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold and platinum brooch contains an extraordinarily fine fancy shape Australian black opal weighing 30.63cts. This unique piece also contains 97 round diamonds (1.08cts, F/ VS) and 1 pear shape black opal...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Platinum
$11,700Sale Price|35% Off
W 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Oscar Heyman Platinum Union Jack Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Lapel Pin
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum Union Jack flag lapel pin contains custom cut rubies (0.76cts), sapphires (0.64cts) and round diamonds (0.05cts). It is a gently w...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Brooch from ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold with Peridot Green Tourmal
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Jade Brooch From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White and Yellow gold 18kt with Diamonds and Rubies. This Brooch was Manufactured in ‘60s in...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Silver and Onyx Broach
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco silver Broach set with a large onyx in the middle and marcasites, English ca 1930's One marcasite is missing, see pictures
Marcasite, Onyx, Silver
Vintage Pearl Art Deco Floral Pendant/Pin/Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Milford, DE
Art deco pearls adorn this 14K gold triangular brooch/pendant decorated with floral motifs. Can be worn as a brooch, or attached to a chain and worn as a pendant. ... Tags, Marks, ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Topaz, and Diamond Pansy Pin, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
Purple Amethyst, Pink Topaz, Purplish Magenta Tourmaline, and sparkling white diamonds come together in a beautiful display of color to form a unique rendition of Oscar Heyman Brothe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
Mid-19th Century Gold Brooch-Pendant with Agate Cameo
Located in Paris, FR
Cameo on blue-gray agate featuring a young woman looking toward the right. The artist intricately sculpted the white vein of the agate to bring the delicate profile to life. The youn...
Agate, Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Pansy Pin, Signed Tiffany & Co. by Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
Blue, fancy pink sapphires and diamonds are set in 18kt yellow gold and platinum in this whimsically classic floral pansy pin. Consisting of 48 mixed cut blue sapphires, 5 round cut blue sapphires, 30 round cut fancy pink sapphires, and 28 round brilliant cut diamonds. This pin measures approximately 1" in height. Stamped by Oscar Heyman Brothers for "Tiffany & Co.", serial no. "74551". *Shreve, Crump & Low Graduate Gemologist commentary: The Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy pin remains one of the most iconic brooch designs of the 20th century. Created in many combinations of gemstones, these special pins are a staple of any fine jewelry collector's gem box...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold...
Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
This whimsical floral motif brooch is comprised of 18 karat yellow and white gold and consists of step-cut rubies having an estimated total weight of 13 carats, 7 round brilliant dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin with Marcasite and Onyx, English ca 1930's
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Black Tahitian Pearl Tarantula Spider Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal Victorian revival brooch pin. The large spider is laced with a cluster of sparkling rose cut diamonds and ruby eyes and a luxuriant, lustrous black Tahitian pearl. Hand-...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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
Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Bubble Coral Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive LANVIN PARIS Bubble Coral Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.52 inches (6.4 cm) Width: 2.52 inches (6.4 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN PARIS. - Massive coral bub...
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
Vintage LANVIN Mouth Resin Crystal Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN Mouth Resin Crystal Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.49 inches (3.8 cm) Width: 3.19 inches (8.1 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN. - Shiny red resin mouth with cr...
Vintage LANVIN GERMANY Cornucopia Enamel Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN GERMANY Cornucopia Enamel Brooch Measurements: Height: 0.78 inches (2 cm) Width: 3 inches (7.7 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN GE...
Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage LANVIN PARIS Flower Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.92 inches (4.9 cm) Width: 2.05 inches (5.2 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic LANVIN PARIS. - 3...
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