Givenchy is a French luxury fashion house founded in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy in Paris. The brand is owned by LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Givenchy operates across couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes, accessories, and fragrances.
Hubert de Givenchy established the house at age 24 and quickly gained recognition for his elegant, refined designs. His long association with actress Audrey Hepburn produced some of the most iconic moments in fashion history, including the black dress worn in Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961). The founder retired in 1995, and the house has since been led by a succession of creative directors including John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, Riccardo Tisci, Clare Waight Keller, and Matthew M. Williams. Sarah Burton was appointed creative director in 2024.
The brand's product range includes men's and women's ready-to-wear, couture, handbags, shoes, small leather goods, and accessories. Under Riccardo Tisci's tenure (2005-2017), the house incorporated streetwear-influenced elements and gained a younger following. The Antigona and Pandora bags became signature leather goods during this period. More recent bag designs include the Kenny and Voyou.
Givenchy Parfums produces fragrances including L'Interdit, Gentleman Givenchy, and Irresistible, through a licensing agreement. The brand operates boutiques in major cities worldwide and sells through its own e-commerce platform and select luxury retailers. Givenchy Haute Couture continues to produce custom pieces for private clients, maintaining the house's connection to its couture origins.