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 Diamond Floral Openwork K18 Gold Fashion Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in 台東区, JP
An elegant diamond band ring by LANVIN, expertly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The wide band features an intricate openwork floral motif inspired by blooming roses, framed by rows...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Lanvin Navy and Cream Enamel Finish Gold Tone Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin's wonderful combination of navy with cream enamel finish over gold vermeil finish ring is size 7 1/2". Original tags attached. The depth measures 5/16.
Lanvin silver plated ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LANVIN (Made in France) Double ring made of dark silvery metal paved with rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Measurements: Size 56 - Ornament: 6.5 cm (2.56 in) x 3 cm (1.1...
$1,545 / item
Fashion Diamond Ring 18k White Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Fashion Diamond RING 18K White Gold
Diamond, White Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Enamel Pansy Flower Ring with Old Mine Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Victorian - Edwardian Ring in the form of a double Pansy Flower in gorgeous white and pale green enamel with a central antique Old Mine Cut Diamond. T...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
750 18kt solid white gold Paolo Piovan Gioielli Diamond Boa Ring
By Paolo Piovan Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
750 18kt solid white gold Paolo Piovan Gioielli Diamond Boa Ring Very precious and gorgeous Paolo Piovan Boa ring with open mouth set with rubies and diamonds, brilliant-cut diamonds of various yellow, orange and brown tints, signed P. Piovan, Italian maker's mark. Diamonds: ca. 5,6 ct Material: 750 18 kt solid white gold Total weight: 40.0 gram Ring size: 58 ( can be adjusted for free) Padova, Italy–based Paolo Piovan Gioielli loves creatures large and small: alligators, scorpions, tigers, starfish, and sea anemone, but the design house particularly likes snakes. Consider several of its most recently made and dramatic styles: an icy diamond Cobra ring...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamonds 18 kt White and Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion ring in 18 kt white and yellow gold covered in diamonds. diamonds (1.95 kt) tot. weight 9.40 gr RF G EGIA RK.AICH130 For any enquires, please contact the seller through...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Fashion Ring 18 kt white gold
Located in Napoli, Campania
A twirl of '70 fashion design for this spiral ring all mounted in 18Kt white gold, with diamonds on top of it. Ring Size: ITA 15 - French 55 - US 7 - UK O Tot weight 11.6 gr Diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nazarelle 14 Karat White Gold 7.10 Carat Pear Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and made in 14 karat white gold. The center stone is a pear shape tanzanite weighing 7.10 carats and is prong set. The mounting features 59 round c...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Blue Topaz: 1 oval cut = 3.40ct Diamond: 103 round cut = 1.65cttw Color: H Clarity: SI3 Ring Size: 7 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizin...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cupid Eros God of Love Intaglio Ring Agate Gold Neoclassical Victorian 1890
By Esemco
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a superb museum quality Victorian - Belle Epoque hand carved Agate Intaglio Ring depicting an image of the god of love, Cupid or Eros and set in a beautiful and elegant se...
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Floral Diamond Ring Engagement Ring Wedding Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Gold Adore
Located in San Francisco, CA
I LOVE the vintage design of this Round Sapphire Floral Diamond Ring Engagement Ring Wedding Ring! Simply stunning, and the sparkle is amazing! The design is a unique vintage floral ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Nazarelle 14k White and Rose Gold 3.75ct Heart Shaped Morganite and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14K white and rose gold featuring a heart shaped Morganite weighing 3.75CT that is prong set. The ring also features 80 ro...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Nine Carat Amethyst Ring 14 Karat White Gold Antique Filigree
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Art Deco Amethyst 14 Karat White Gold Ring with a stunning oval faceted natural Amethyst of approximately 9.2 Carats in a gorgeous filigree open work...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carats yellow gold, owl hallmark. Asymmetrical on the top this voluminous ring is made of a domed gadrooned pattern, attached to a flower whose heart represents a dome set...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lanvin Platinum Designer Wedding Band Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Honolulu, HI
Lanvin Platinum Wedding Band Ring. This band is beautifully crafted in platinum 900 with a high polish finish. The band is 3.7 mm at the widest part. The band is size 10 and the total weight is 5.7 grams. The band is set with a 0.02 round blue sapphire inset on the inside of the band, a Lanvin signature feature. The band is hallmarked "LANVIN" and stamped "P900" "0.02" on the inside. This is a pre-owned designer wedding band...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Lanvin 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold 0.45 Carat Diamond Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Southampton, PA
This Lanvin ring is made out of 18K yellow and white gold and embellished with diamonds that total 0.45 carats. The ring weighs 5.5 grams and boasts band thickness of 3 mm and top he...
Diamond, Gold
Lanvin 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold 0.45 Carat Diamond Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Southampton, PA
This Lanvin ring is made out of 18K yellow and white gold and embellished with diamonds that total 0.45 carats. The ring weighs 5.5 grams and boasts band thickness of 3 mm and top he...
Diamond, Gold
Lanvin Jewelled Dome Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN dome ring featuring multicolored crystals in a gun patina tone setting. Embossed LANVIN Paris Made in France. Indicative measurements : inner circumference approx. 5.34 cm (...
Lanvin Iconic Love Gold Toned Two-Finger Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN iconic LOVE gold toned two-finger ring. Embossed LANVIN PARIS Made in France. Indicative measurements : inner circumference (one finger) approx. 5.03 cm (1.98 inches) / max....
Lanvin Jewelled Dome Ring
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Nice, FR
LANVIN dome ring featuring multicolored crystals in a bronze tone setting. Embossed LANVIN. Indicative measurements : inner circumference approx. 5.34 cm (2.10 inches). JEWELRY CO...