Givenchy. Eternal Style with Vision.

We are pleased to announce a new brand at Illuminata – Givenchy.

Givenchy is one of the most luxurious and the most recognized brands in the world. It’s also one of the oldest brands in the post-war fashion era. Founded by Hubert De Givenchy in 1952 in Paris, a house of couture first operated at the Plaine Monceau and just a few years later moved into Hotel de Caraman, now is a location for Givenchy headquarters.

Hubert de Givenchy became famous quickly after he opened his atelier. By the age of 25, he was already known for working for Jacques Fath, one of the most sought after designers of his time. He also worked alongside Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior while doing designs under Lucien Lelong. Fath and Lelong's names fell out of the fashion press by now, but at that time, in the 1950s, they were all the biggest movers and creators of fashion as we know today. Hubert de Givenchy was born in a noble family, raised in wealth, and surrounded by a creative family of his mother, grandmother, and grandfather who owned a tapestry factory doing designs for Paris Opera and many large Paris buildings. Aesthetics were deep in Hubert’s genes. He also studied art at Ecole des Beaux-Arts, the most famous and oldest art school in France.

Givenchy GV 0064	Givenchy GV 0053
Givenchy GV 0047	Givenchy GV 0125
Givenchy GV 0121	Givenchy GV 0119 G

From the time Hubert de Givenchy opened his atelier, he was known and respected. He also was very easygoing and charming. Without confidence, there wouldn’t be a revolution. Hubert’s innovative designs were eagerly popularized by Audrey Hepburn, who became his muse and a best friend for life. Everyone knows Audrey Hepburn for Breakfast at Tiffany’s movie, and everyone knows Givenchy for the dress she was wearing during the historical movie shot. Interestingly, before and after this movie, Audrey Hepburn only wore Givenchy in almost all movies that she made.

Givenchy glasses, just like Givenchy dresses, require an open mind to be liked. Bold shapes and oversized models. Givenchy glasses will not be your regular glasses; they will portray style and fashion. Givenchy sunglasses will create and dictate your style. See the entire collection at Illuminata.

Givenchy GV 7167 S	Givenchy GV 7164 S
Givenchy GV 7162 S	Givenchy GV 7109 S