Givenchy 1980s Vintage Blue Floral Print Silk Charmeuse Nouvelle Boutique Blouse
View Similar Items
Givenchy 1980s Vintage Blue Floral Print Silk Charmeuse Nouvelle Boutique Blouse
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Bust: 40 in (101.6 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 24 in (60.96 cm)
- Style:Womens Blouse (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Tiny, faint mark to purple body at front but this blends in well. No holes or tears.
- Seller Location:Doncaster, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU46837888882
Givenchy
Venerated French designer Hubert de Givenchy (1927–2018) made a splash with his first collection of mix-and-match separates in 1952, which launched his namesake fashion house, the clean lines and refined silhouettes of the pieces offering a contrast to the more structured shapes then dominating postwar women’s fashion. His roster of clients would eventually include Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, all of whom were drawn to the designer’s architecturally and materially simple pieces that combined sensual femininity with elegance.
At the age of 17, Givenchy left his hometown of Beauvais, France, for Paris. There he studied drawing at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts and apprenticed for the houses of Jacques Fath, Robert Piguet, Lucien Lelong and Elsa Schiaparelli. Givenchy earned his first high praise for the 1952 Bettina blouse, an embroidered, ruffle-sleeve linen shirt named for his publicist and model Bettina Graziani. The Givenchy label soon developed a following of fashion icons around the world, most notably Audrey Hepburn, who would serve as Givenchy’s muse for decades after they met in 1953. The couturier created pieces for many of her films, such as the iconic little black dress in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), as well as her personal life, including her wedding dress for her 1969 marriage to Andrea Dotti.
Givenchy formed a close friendship with his idol and mentor, Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga, with whom he’d popularize such pieces as the sack dress, choosing looser forms over tailored ones. Throughout the decades, Givenchy expanded his empire to include fragrances, menswear, accessories and beauty lines.
In 1988, his house was acquired by luxury conglomerate LVMH. After Givenchy retired from fashion in 1995, he became an antiques expert, working with Christie’s and the Louvre, among other institutions. The brand then saw an impressive succession of head designers and artistic directors: John Galliano was the first to arrive, followed by Alexander McQueen, Julien Macdonald, Riccardo Tisci, Clare Waight Keller and Matthew M. Williams. Today, the brand, with its timeless fashions, continues to be a favorite of A-listers, including Cate Blanchett, Erykah Badu, Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande.
On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage Givenchy evening dresses, handbags, necklaces and other clothing and accessories today.
- Emanuel Ungaro Vintage 80s Bold Floral Print Long Sleeve Blouse Shirt, 1980sBy Emanuel UngaroLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireA bold vintage womens blouse from the 80s by luxury fashion designer, Emanuel Ungaro. In a black rayon with a vibrant, multicoloured floral prin...Category
1980s Blouses
- Jean Dessès Paris Vintage Sheer Navy Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Ruffle Collar BlouseBy Jean DessèsLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireA charming 80s vintage blouse by designer Jean Dessés. Made from sheer navy cotton voile with oversized cream polka dots, it boasts puff sleeves an...Category
1980s Blouses
- Emanuelle Khanh Vintage Yellow & Black Jersey Long Sleeve Womens Top ShirtBy Emanuelle KhanhLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireAn extraordinary 80s vintage women's top by luxury designer Emanuelle Khanh. The black and yellow fabric showcases the designer's name in a handwritten script. With removable shoulde...Category
1980s Blouses
- Escada Vintage y2k Sequin Chiffon Applique Belted Mini Denim Skirt, 2000sBy EscadaLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireA cute vintage y2k womens mini skirt from the early 2000s by luxury fashion house, Escada. In a blue denim with a large matching belt with circular belt buckle, distressed chiffon ti...Category
Early 2000s A-Line Skirts
- Pierre Balmain 1980s Vintage Wool Blazer Jacket & Mini Skirt SuitBy Pierre BalmainLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireA fabulous vintage womens Pierre Balmain 2 piece skirt suit from the 80s. In a turquoise / teal wool with a dark grey leather collar. It consists of an oversized blazer with shoulder...Category
1980s French Skirt Suits
- Daisy de Formari of Rome Vintage 50s Blue Floral Pleated Bubble Hem Dress, 1950sLocated in Doncaster, South YorkshireA glamorous vintage womens dress from the 50s by Italian designer, Daisy de Formari of Rome. In a lightweight blue wool fabric with an impression...Category
1950s Italian Cocktail Dresses
- STELLA MCCARTNEY cobalt blue silk Button Up Shirt 36 XXS BlouseBy Stella McCartneyLocated in Zürich, CHauthentic Stella McCartney shirt in cobalt blue silk (100%) with longer a-line side inserts. Has been worn and buttons slightly faded at the dry cleaner. Overall in excellent conditi...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses
- Escada Margaretha Ley Blue Silk Fedora Hat Novelty Print BlouseBy Escada Margaretha Ley, EscadaLocated in Portland, ORThis is such a fun vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley silk blouse in blue with a great black and red fedora hat print with abstract gradient squares of green ...Category
1980s German Blouses and Tops
$118 Sale Price60% Off - STELLA MCCARTNEY blue cotton TIE-DYE DENIM OFF SHOULDER Blouse Shirt 40 SBy Stella McCartneyLocated in Zürich, CH100% authentic Stella McCartney SS18 collection denim tie-dye blouse in light blue, off-white and dark blue cotton (98%) and elastane (2%). Features an off the shoulder design, three...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses
- Hermes 'Christophe Colomb Decouvre l’Amerique' BlouseBy HermèsLocated in Scottsdale, AZComplete your Hermes collection with this amazing and rare piece! Circa 1992 designed by Carl de Parcevaux, this design is titled 'Christophe Colomb Decouvre l’Amerique' or Christoph...Category
1990s French Blouses
- COMME DES GARCONS Floral and Batik Print Blouse with Open Back Size SSBy Comme des GarçonsLocated in Los Angeles, CAThis Comme Des Garcons top is composed of a printed cotton with a floral and batik combination. There is an eyelet trim and an open back style....Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Blouses
- VALENTINO Vintage Blue and White Pinstripe Blouse with Pleated Bow Size 6By ValentinoLocated in Los Angeles, CAThis vintage Valentino blouse is composed of a blue and white pinstripe fabric. Features a pleated pussy bow detail with center front button c...Category
20th Century Italian Blouses
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
Fiercely Fabulous, This Givenchy Tiger-Print Coat Graced the Pages of ‘Vogue’ in 1969
Impeccably tailored and beautifully preserved, the piece will be cherished by a true fashion-phile.
Too Soon for the Return of ’90s Fashion? As If
There's a renewed appreciation for the era's aesthetic, perhaps most notably among millennials seeking authentic, easy style.