This is truly one of those extraordinary Haute Couture pieces that every collector and vintage lover needs to own in their collection. Everything about this piece is perfection. It is in perfect condition and is as chic and wearable now as it was when first made. It is entirely finished by hand - you can clearly see the hand work down to set the lining into the dress. Haute Couture is the very pinnacle of the fashion experience and I would hazard to say that vintage versions are even a little more special then modern ones.

The dress is a simple shift with simple straps that curve up and over each shoulder. It is constructed with vertical seams that gently create the curve of the dress so it skims over the body with a slight flare as it nears the hem. There are little hidden silk lined pockets along the front seams. The fabric is a heavier silk cotton mix and it has enough weight so that Givenchy was able to sculpt the shape he desired. The floral design with its white and orange coral print is brilliant against the blue background. The jacket is as fantastic as a stand alone piece as it is as the completion of the set. Domed and jeweled buttons adorn the front and I love the neat cropped cut and slight flared cut just under the waist seam. No shortcut was taken in the construction and it is a stand out piece in every possible way. However much you think this looks fabulous in the photographs it is infinitely better in person. Excellent condition.

The dress is fully lined in a hand set blue silk of very high quality. Proper finished buttonholes. The jacket closes with two jeweled buttons with all their stones present. The dress closes with a hand set, hidden set painted metal zipper that runs along the side seam at the back. There is a small faint yellow spot on one of the flowers of the skirt and on the top of one shoulder - neither were dark enough to capture on film and are mentioned for accuracy only - they in no way deter or change the value of this magnificent example of Givenchy's Haute Couture work. Finished to Haute Couture standards and entirely done by hand. Haute Couture labels present #51113 and #51112

Dress
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from shoulder to hem

Jacket
Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2366

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What a find! This beautiful black velvet dress by Givenchy Couture that reminds me of a vintage skating dress with its pretty full skirt and front button closure. And it has an extra special tie in as my client purchased this at the Nan Kempner charity sale held after her passing.

The skirt is full - there are actually several yards of fabric in there - and that fullness is made more apparent by the nipped in waist. The top is more fitted and buttons down the front with a band of flat piping along the row of buttons emphasizing the and adding length. The waist is cinched in and the buckle of the belt is large, acting as a draw of the eye and the shoulders lightly padded to squqre them off, again elements that further emphasize that illusion of a tiny waist. It will completely close right up and will create a high regal neckline if you wish. The velvet fabric used adds a nice texture to the dress and a visual interest without having to add pattern or design. The dress is in excellent condition. Please read below for full description notes

Fully lined in a black silk. It closes with the silk covered buttons and hidden hook & eye down the front and has an inner waist stay. Hidden set zippers on each wrist. The belt presents as good condition but there is some damage near one hole where it has been over tightened. Priced accordingly.

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 18" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2055

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The House of Givenchy was founded in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy, the focus of the brand during his years as creative director was classic and simple, pure and clutter free (no surprise that his greatest admirer was Audrey Hepburn). Here we have an extraordinary example of his early Haute Couture work and it is a rare find indeed. The bodice of this dress is scooped in low wide curve on both the front and back of the dress and the straps set slightly wide on the shoulder - a Givenchy trademark. The skirt is gathered in gentle soft pleats into the waist for a slight amount of fullness. Every stitch is a testament to couture and the dress is finished to an exquisite degree. The fabrics are beautiful - the skirt is a heavy silk satin so the shape is held wonderfully. The bodice is Lesage beaded and sequinned with hand appliqued, rich red silk velvet drops that are each hand-edged in tube beads. More beads and sequins are hand applied in and around these to cover the bodice for a stunning and decadent effect. Early Hubert de Givenchy numbered pieces are extremely rare and this dress is an absolute treasure. Presents as excellent condition

I have dated this as being from the 1962 collection as the lines are almost identical to the dress that Audrey Hepburn was photographed in while standing between Jack Lemmon and William Holden in the boat “Bateau Mouche” on the Seine after a press conference for the publicity of her movie “Paris When It Sizzles”. Paris (France), July 13, 1962. Audrey was wearing a Givenchy Haute Couture dress in this photo and it is identical to this one in terms of the cut.

Fully lined in a fine black tissue silk. It closes with a hand set side zipper that has snaps to cover the zipper from the waist down. Beautiful couture construction - the skirt has a fine ribbon finish to the inside edges and it is self lined in a layer of silk organza and a backing between the exterior fabric and the organza. An inner silk skirt sits under that. Measurements given are of the inner skirt. Numbered tag underneath with couture number "47992". Note that there are some fine vertical slits in the skirt. I have photoed the main one so you can see what I mean. I count eight that are mainly hidden in the folds with two being along the skirt hem. They seem stable and did not get bigger when dry cleaned. I chose to not have anything done to them since it the dress is entirely original. It could easily be worn as is and one would never notice these small flaws. It has been priced taking this into account.

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam the inner skirt, 20" on the outer
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD1620

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This stunning little mini dress is from the 2010 Givenchy collection and still has its original $2430 tag attached. It has never been worn so is in brand new, off the rack condition. It slips on to wear and has an inner dress that has ruching up each side so it acts like a bias cut and fits and drapes into place. Over this are fabulous draped panels that you can adjust where they sit and how to expose more or less of the skirt portion underneath. The skirt underneath is sharply pleated so has a sort of naughty cheerleader feel as it peaks out. The way it is cut also allows you to make it micro short or a true mine. The signature and unusual cut collar finishes it perfectly. Excellent, unworn and new with tags condition.

Unlined and closes with a back hidden set zipper. Flexible boning runs down each side. You can adjust it to be longer or shorter. Tagged a Medium

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2014

Reference runway photo from style.com / S/S 2010 Givenchy Ad Campaign by Mart & Marcus.

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This is one of my favorite Givenchy pieces and I am so excited to have it in the shop for you. It is actually made up of two pieces which makes it very versatile, though I personally love how it looks together. The vivid colors and bold stripes gives it tremendous impact and for my girls who don't shy away from color this is a must have. The top is made of a semi-sheer silk cotton voile and the fabric choice gives it a pretty lightness and airiness. It buttons up the front and has a tie running through the waist so that you can cinch it in for added shape. The sleeves are long and slim and the collar pointed. This tops a long skirt whose striping is set to run the same way, but the fabric used is different. It is a matte silk twill that gives it the perfect contrast in finish to the top. From the fitted waist, the skirt widens out in volume as it nears the hem. Really a showstopper and an extraordinary set. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined with very well finished interiors. The top buttons at the front and cuffs and ties through the waist. The skirt closes with flat hook & eye at the waist and a zipper below that. The top is tagged a 36 and the skirt a 38. Hand finished

Top
Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 12.5"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 44" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2379

Reference Photos: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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This is a gorgeous Givenchy dress made of an absolutely exquisite fabric. It is a chocolate silk voile that has had these little soft lavender bits of silk fused directly into the fabric. The very outer edges of the little purple bits have been left with a sift raw delicate fringe so the appliqué work has a slight texture and depth to it. It is very unusual and beautiful. The color combination is also unusual and I love the two together. The top portion of the dress is cut to mimic a blouse with a button up front and sleeves are long and cut to slight puff out above their cuffs. The collar is kelpt neat and rounded and a yoke details runs across the shoulders. This tops a long skirt that widens out softly as it nears the ground and has hidden pockets along the tucked in front seaming. The original tie is present to cinch in the waist and create shape. It's extremely chic when on and I love that it buttons completely down the front so if you wish you can leave it open at the neck or skirt for a flash of skin to show. Presents as excellent condition with a small condition flaw to note below

Fully lined in a brown silk organza and has very well finished interiors. The dress buttons completely down the front and each cuffs buttons to close. The original waist tie belt is present. Note that there are some tiny scattering so of pinholes on the back of the dress. All seem stable and are barely noticeable. None worsened when it was cleaned. There is perhaps a light fading on the top of each sleeved shoulder. These are all very minor and not apparent once on. I have adjusted the price accordingly Hand finished

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 37.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2428

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The owner of this dress swore it was a Givenchy but there are no labels in it whatsoever. It is not  couture as there are machine finishes in addition to the hand finishes I see, so is most likely RTW from the late 50s, early sixties. I have priced it as a fabulous little dress that is very well made. If the girl who buys it lucks out one day and confirms that it is indeed a Givenchy then you will have just gotten the bargain of the century. Regardless of it provenance that dress is delicious and unusual. The bodice is made of an inky black velvet with slightly slanted sleeve openings to just give the suggestion of a halter cut. The neckline is high and the waist is accented with a pretty, wide, black silk satin ribbon. The skirt is the true star of the show on this beauty though. It has a touch of a rounded shape with the hem narrowing in. Over the surface are these vertical ruffles that run from waist to hem and have a gentle ruching to them as well. The front only has the ruching gathers so its from the sides and the back that you get this burst of silk ruffles and volume. Its fantastic. Excellent condition.

The bodice is lined in a black cotton rayon and the skirt in a black silk chiffon. It closes with a back, hidden set zipper.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 26.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2557

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If you collect hats you will be thrilled to see this little beauty as it is just exceptional and so very, very rare. I am dating this to the early 1950s and it is wonderful to have such and early piece like this. The cap's base is made of a black silk netted tulle wrapped over a circular wire frame. Onto this is a circle of black silk petals and and a mix of silk and velvet leaves. Each is hand placed and set so that the center portion remains transparent through the tulle. It is just extraordinary and a real treasure for the collector or hat lover.

It is made to just sit on the top of the head and so does not have a true hat size as it should fit any size head.

Item# A292

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This is an amazing suit numbered demi-couture by Givenchy that epitomizes everything the eighties stood for. The fabric is absolutely stunning and it is what takes center stage on this piece. The suit is constructed from a metallic silk brocade done in a brilliant coral color with beautiful baroque medallions in a mix of green. blue and gold. It has a wonderful and strong cut with defined shoulders and a sleek cut that follows the body to just over the hips. Large, domed gold metal buttons close the jacket down the front and the jacket and cuffs have an elaborate gold cord edging. It has its original matching belt that cinches int he jacket and plays up all the other proportions. The dress underneath is sleek and sexy with a high collar and no sleeves. It is cut in a simple sheath and falls in a lean pencil cut to below the knee. If worn alone you can belt it to add that extra shape as I have shown. Really a wonderful set with hand finishes and you just cannot beat that color. Excellent, unworn condition.

Both pieces are fully lined in a high quality coral silk. The jacket closes with the gold toned metal buttons as shown and the dress closes with  back painted metal and nylon zipper.

Dress
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43" from neck to hem

Jacket
Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2584

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Love this high set and unusual Hubert de Givenchy pillbox hat that is a really amazing color combination of a copper and pale pink gold tone silk satin. The label has it earmarked as an "adaptation" which means that it was licensed and made in America for the American market based on the Paris designs. This was common in this time period to work around strict importation rules for fashion and fabrics during this time period. It is meant to sit high on the head and have a structured turban feel to it. Excellent condition

Structured body with a inner, stiffened horsehair net lining. Hand finished. The slightest of grubbiness to the fabric but I am being very picky.

23" inner circumference

Item# A307

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This particular coat from the Givenchy label is not only wonderful but a little unusual. It is made of an unusual fabric that feels almost coated. I think its a cotton mix that has been finished with a waterproofing material perhaps. This gives it a really odd texture that is not unpleasant just different. Its hard to describe but when you have it in your hands you will agree I am sure that it is unique. The treatment of the fabric also helps it to keep its wonderful structured feel and the soft taupe and white abstract pattern combine it make it a fabulous statement piece. The effect created by these two elements is dramatic and beautiful. The coat itself has classic lines with a pretty notched collar and an A-line cut through the body. It is extremely well made with a silk taffeta lining and all the buttons are properly finished. I love the thick round silver tone buttons that run down the front in a double row. It is absolutely gorgeous in person - better then the photos portray. Excellent, appears unworn condition

Fully lined in a chocolate silk taffeta. Proper finished buttonholes and interior buttons to keep it perfectly in place when buttoned. Appears unworn. Hand finishes. Tagged a vintage 38 but please check measurements

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# C414

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This is a fun little piece from Givenchy during the 1970s. It is an easy to wear, synthetic jersey fabric that makes it very comfortable and practical as it travels and wears to well. We often look down on these jerseys from this time period and many people are surprised to see pieces from the larger ateliers producing dresses using it, but you have to remember that at the time this was a cutting edge fabric with all the promises of long life and easy care and high end designers were on the forefront of utilizing a pieces or two in their collections for their clients that traveled extensively. The print is a deep blue with a pretty floral print scattered over the surface in red and white. The neckline is square cut with straps that curve up and over the shoulders. The bodice has been draped and gathered all the way around the torso. From the waist the skirt falls in an elegant and slim column to the floor in a sleek column. This is a gorgeous little piece that can easily go from day to evening. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back zipper. Hand finishes and hand edged inner seams. Inner waist stay that closes with hook & eye. The fabric has some stretch

Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2712

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I love wearing color, and for those girls that also are obsessed with wearing color, you will love this dress because it delivers color in spades. It is a brilliant mix of print and color and the gold lurex thread that is worked through the silk to form little golden hearts are the perfect finishing detail. The fabric is a fine silk chiffon with a brilliant floral print in bright hues screened over its surface. Woven on top of the pattern are perfect little hearts made from a gold lurex thread that gives the dress a beautiful but subtle shimmer. Anchoring the print is a solid blue silk satin edging that is used for the cuffs and the front collar/neckline detailing. The sleeves are quite full and puff out wonderfully above the buttoned cuffs. There are three full layers used in the skirt, the top on is a bias cut silk chiffon layer, the inner slimmer skirt is a tissue silk and between the two, a floating layer of silk organza helps to give a touch of volume. It feels very fresh and current and you cannot help but be in a good mood in a dress like this. Excellent condition with one small note to review below.

Fully line in a yellow tissue silk with the sleeves left unlined and an extra layer of yellow silk organza through the skirt. It closes with a side painted metal zipper below the waist line and fabric covered snaps above that. The front buttons are functional as well. Each cuff buttons to close. There is the smallest amount of fading to the blue silk on the upper neck on one side as seen in the provided photo. Hand finished. Hand written tag, size 38 but please check actual measurements below.

Sleeves: 25.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 45" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2629

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This little black dress is a beauty. It is just exceptional and the more details you start to notice the more you love it. The design is a one shoulder, fitted silhouette that is all tiered ruffles that highlight that design. The bodice is fitted to the bust and curves up and over the shoulder. A ruffled edge circles the neckline and another ruffle curves around the arm opening on the side of the one shoulder.The waist nips in and there is a long tie that you can use to cinch it in further. The skirt is cut so it looks like it wraps around you a ruffle sweeps down the front edge and all around the ham. The skirt is set into the waist with soft gathers so it has a pretty fullness. The fabric is fabulous and is almost semi-transparent and has a "lace" feel, even though it is not lace. It is light and pretty and fabulous. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a high grade black silk. It closes with side zipper and has its matching fabric belt.

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2756

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The twin of this emsemble is held in the permanent archives of The Met and is perhaps the only other version made. It is as chic and wearable now as it was when first made and feels very modern. It is entirely finished by hand and would have been made under the direct supervision of Hubert de Givenchy himself. Haute Couture is the very pinnacle of the fashion experience and this is a stunning example of that.

The dress is a stunning affair made of a smoky blue grey silk crepe with a classic Grecian feeling one shoulder silhouette. The construction details are wonderful. The bodice has been gathered by hand to create a series of soft little pleats that sit beside each other and follow the angle of the shoulder. They have an almost "wave" feeling to them and this small detail adds tremendous texture to the dress. This leads to a defined waist that has its original gold leather cord that wraps and ties to add shape. The skirt falls below this in a column of lined silk. Over the simple skirt is a second panel of floating fabric that is angled to pick up the angle of the shoulder. The fabric has just enough weight so that Givenchy was able to sculpt the shape he desired. Over this beautiful dress is a caped piece in a matching fabric that flows softly over the body. No shortcut was taken in the construction and it is a stand out piece in every possible way. However much you think this looks fabulous in the photographs it is infinitely better in person. Excellent condition with a few small notes below to review .

The dress is fully lined in a hand set blue silk of very high quality. There is a wide waist stay that hooks at the inner waist. It closes with a hand set, side painted metal zipper and from the waist down there are hidden set snaps that close the fabric of the skirt over tat zipper. The cape slips over the head . The bodice is lightly boned and there are small pads handset inside the bust. There are some light snags in the fabric here and there - most noticeably on the back of the skirt near the bottom - these are seen most when it is laid out flat but once on the color and placement make them negligible but it is mentioned for accuracy and taken into consideration when priced. Finished to Haute Couture standards and entirely done by hand. Haute Couture tape label #55417

Dress
Bust: 15-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Cape
39" from neck to longest point of hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2767

Reference Photo: 1973 Givenchy Evening Dress from The MET Collection.

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.