Givenchy -- A Bit of Audrey Hepburn Style

For half a century, Hubert de Givenchy has been the perfect gentleman of couture; i.e. haute courture.

His elegant and lady-like fashion enchanted the aristocratic Parisians who became addicted to his sharp vision of feminity. Ladies dressed by him include Jacqueline Kennedy and the Dutchess of Windsor. However, the woman most associated with Givenchy was by far Audrey Hepburn whom he dressed.

His style was known as elegant, pure, sculptural, and refreshing. His clients were women for whom elegance meant everything.

It was a shock to the fashion world when Givenchy decided to retire in 1995. Ten years after Hubert de Givenchy retired, Riccardo Tischi joined the design house. He has studied the archives carefully and is determined to maintain the high standards of Givenchy.

Have you seen that Givenchy has the IT bag? A number of celebrities have been spotted sporting the Givenchy Nightingale bag.

It's available in a black, white, ivory and other colors plus in a few different sizes. I've seen variations of metallic and patent leather. The authentic bag is made in Italy. The medium is 12" x 19" x 6" and retails for ~$1,295.00. The large is 23" x 16" x 8" and retails for ~$1,695.00.

Here's Reese Witherspoon with hers. Ashley Olsen has a black one.

Givenchy does it again with a desirable IT bag known as the Pumpkin Backpack-style Bag. This bag has been seen on the runway!

What makes it even more stylish this season is that it's a black patent leather ... patent leather is the rage. The bag is embellished with tassels--one of my favorite design elements for accessories. It's also loaded with pockets--nearly one dozen. All hardware is of course engraved with GIVENCHY.

This bag is rare and hard to find.

Audrey Hepburn starred as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's, a film based on the novella by Truman Capote, published in 1958.

The story documents the life of a young woman, Holly Golightly, who is trying to find her place in the world when she meets "Fred" (who is without a name in the book, but christened "Paul Varjak" in the film).

In 1961, Breakfast at Tiffany's was adapted as a film that follows some aspects of Capote's original story quite closely.

I've been collecting Givenchy fashion and accessories for a few years. The next several modules showcase the variety of designer items bearing the Givenchy brand. I'm particularly fond of the signature logo handbags. I don't think I can bare to ever part with those!

Several months ago, I acquired a polka dot Givenchy skirt suit from a seller on eBay. Funny, I must be a collector, because I had the suit cleaned and put away in my closet--waiting for that special occasion to wear it. Any time I can acquire something that satisfies two of my passions--polka dots AND Givenchy--well that makes me a happy camper!

This Givenchy signature G logo tassel tote with leather trim was a recent acquisition of mine.

I am partial to the canvas print with the pretty contrasting colors of tan and brown. In my opinion, this designer line is much preferred over that other "tan and brown" French line!

This Givenchy signature G logo petite handbag with leather trim was purchased by me at the Paris International Airport in a boutique store. By far, this is the priciest handbag that I ever purchased while on a vacation costing about $250.00. It's featured in the 2006 Top Ten in my Best Bags lens.

I also happen to own another baguette in black and gray.

The baguette shape and size is a great little special occasion bag.

This Givenchy makeup bag has the unique European styled canvas that looks like a diamond-shape plaid.

The recognizable G logo is done in crystal rhinestones giving the bag a pretty feminine styling.

This Givenchy coin purse is overflowing with style and personality.

I don't believe I've ever owned a coin purse that I've liked better than this one. It has the recognizable designer canvas with the sweet leather tassels and goldtone hardware.

This is my newest acquisition! I found this on eBay from a private seller. The tag on the box states Art. No. 27-923. Colour Black. Model European Change Purse.

What's so cool about this is that it is expandable--as shown in my picture.

Authentic Givenchy Expandable Keeper-Made in Spain. Excellent condition. Purchased myself in the mid 80's at Lord & Taylor Dept. Store. As you can see on the photo, it has a minor leather scratch from wear. Other than that, it is Awsome. When not in use I keep it in the original box it came in.

These Givenchy Goldtone Logo Earrings are slightly vintage, or retro.

They are a signature piece, bearing the recognizable, back-to-back Gs, in a four grouping of Gs.

This is a Givenchy Goldtone Jewelry style Lock that is slightly vintage, or retro.

This is a signature piece, bearing the recognizable, back-to-back Gs of the Givenchy name.

This Givenchy Goldtone Keychain is slightly vintage, or retro.

It is a signature piece, bearing the name of Givenchy. It is quite a well-made, sturdy piece.

This sweet quilted metallic handbag was a gift with purchase included with an Amarige perfume purchase.

I do believe it is a vintage or slightly retro purse.

This was originally from my personal collection, but I did decide to part with it. Occasionally, I do see one of these on eBay.

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