A rare vintage Givenchy Université cocktail dress in black Chantilly lace, made in Paris, France. Bearing both the Création Givenchy Université Paris label and a Neiman Marcus retailer label, this piece offers a beautiful example of the house’s early ready-to-wear heritage.
A sheer illusion neckline, fitted bodice, and defined waist give way to a full cocktail-length skirt. A wide black satin ribbon sash accentuates the waist, while a scalloped lace hem completes the romantic mid-century silhouette.
About the Label
Launched in 1954, Givenchy Université was a pioneering luxury ready-to-wear line from Hubert de Givenchy. The accompanying Neiman Marcus label adds to this dress’s appeal for vintage designer collectors.
This dress is estimated to date to the mid-1950s. An exact collection year has not been independently established.
Details
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Labels: Création Givenchy Université Paris and Neiman Marcus
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Origin: Made in Paris, France
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Estimated era: Mid-1950s
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Color: Black
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Fabric: Chantilly lace over a substantial taffeta lining
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Neckline: Sheer illusion yoke
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Silhouette: Fitted bodice, defined natural waist, and full cocktail-length skirt
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Waist detail: Wide black satin ribbon sash
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Hem: Scalloped lace
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Closure: Side-seam metal zipper
Measurements & Fit
Approximate garment measurements:
The fabric has no stretch. Please compare these measurements with a well-fitting dress, allowing room for comfortable wear. Vintage sizing differs from modern sizing; garment measurements are the best guide to fit.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition overall, with one noted interior flaw.
The exterior lace has no observed tears, pulls, snags, discoloration, staining, or repairs. A small separation in the inner taffeta lining at the interior waist seam has been left unrepaired.
Please review all photographs, including the labels, construction details, and interior flaw, as they form part of the description.
Shipping & Final Sale
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on packaged weight, box dimensions, and destination. We ship within the 50 U.S. states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.
This dress is carefully packaged for protection and ships in its own box, separately from other purchases.
Shipping & Final Sale
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on packaged weight, box dimensions, and destination. We ship within the 50 U.S. states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.
This dress is carefully packaged for protection and ships in its own box, separately from other purchases. It ships fully insured, with signature confirmation required upon delivery. Please allow 2–3 business days for processing before shipment.
All vintage and antique items are sold as-is, and all sales are final. Please review photos, measurements, condition details, and descriptions carefully before purchasing.
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