The career of Jeanne Lanvin (1867–1946) and her eponymous brand began with a millinery apprenticeship in the late 19th century. Today, Lanvin Paris is a globally revered company and is among the oldest French fashion houses still in existence. It is renowned for its exquisite and sought-after vintage evening dresses, shoes, skirts and other garments and accessories and for having dressed such high-profile celebrities as Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Kim Kardashian and Sienna Miller.
In 1889, when her apprenticeship came to an end, the young French designer Jeanne Lanvin opened a custom hat shop on the rue Boissy d’Anglas in Paris. Four years later, she moved her business into a much more prominent space on the rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, one of the world’s most famous luxury fashion districts.
The new Maison Lanvin was big enough to display the pieces she would design for her daughter, Marguerite, who was born in 1897. The relationship between Lanvin and her daughter would be at the core of the brand, with a 1907 photograph of Jeanne and Marguerite in matching outfits inspiring the fashion house’s enduring logo.
In 1908, Lanvin launched a line of children’s clothing, one of the first such moves in high-end fashion. When mothers came in to buy the clothes, they often asked for similar designs for themselves.
Lanvin decided to introduce a women’s wear line with pieces that had a youthful femininity. This would grow to encompass everyday clothing, dresses, coats, lingerie and furs, as well as menswear, perfume and household items. Once she became a member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture (Parisian Fashion Council) in 1909, her title officially switched from milliner to designer.
Along with her stylish designs, Lanvin identified the importance of brand identity through fabric colors, opening a dye factory in Nanterre, France. There the distinctive “Lanvin blue” was produced, so even if her designs were copied, the colors could never be exactly reproduced.
After Jeanne Lanvin's death, her daughter, Marguerite Marie-Blanche de Polignac, took over and a series of talented artistic directors would propel the brand through the trends of the 20th century, including Jules François Crahay, Dominique Morlotti, Alber Elbaz and, most recently, Bruno Sialelli. In 2018, Lanvin was acquired by the Fosun Fashion Group, which is now focused on celebrating Lanvin’s heritage while pushing it into a new chapter.
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LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00178 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2015 Material: Viscose, Blend C...
Black silk and rayon cocktail dress Lanvin by Alber Elbaz for Corso Como
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk and rayon cocktail dress. Draped on the bust. Double lays of fabric on the skirt, the top part is shorter in the front and raw cut with ruffles. Zip on the left. no lining...
Lanvin 1980s Vintage Strapless Little Black Dress with Peplum
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic vintage 1980s strapless little black dress by Lanvin. Asymmetric button detail and flouncy peplum detail. Medium weight ribbed cotton fabric. Details: Fully Lined in Cotton B...
Jeanne Lanvin Purple and gold lurex silk cocktail dress & wrap
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jeanne Lanvin VIBRANT Purple and gold lurex silk cocktail dress and matching wrap. Circa 1980s I personally believe this cocktail dress would be fabulous if it were redesigned and...
LANVIN Haute Couture c.1970s Periwinkle Gold Floral Lace Overlay Maxi Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Thiensville, WI
LANVIN Haute Couture c.1970s Periwinkle Gold Floral Lace Overlay Maxi Dress Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Lanvin (couture #10268) Designer: Jules-Francois Crahay Style: Evening gown / dr...
Lanvin Resort 2012 Strapless Boned Bodice Grecian Drape Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
From Lanvin’s Resort 2012 collection designed by Alber Elbaz, this strapless red dress captures the house’s signature modern-Grecian glamour via a fluid pleated & draped construction...
$480Sale Price|20% Off
LANVIN Alber Elbaz signature red neoprene peplum strapless zip dress FR34 XS
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN Alber Elbaz signature red neoprene peplum strapless zip dress FR34 XS Reference: CC/A00458 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Neoprene Color: Red Pattern: Solid Clo...
Lanvin S/S 2014 Runway Bustier Metallic Jacquard Distressed Midi Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Lanvin S/S 2014 Runway Bustier Metallic Jacquard Distressed Midi Dress FR 40 Look 42 from the Spring 2014 Collection.
$1,756Sale Price|20% Off
Gwyneth's LANVIN Orange Draped Faux-Wrap Crepe-Jersey Dress Small
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gwyneth's hot LANVIN Orange Draped Faux-wrap Dress Fr. size - Small Gwyneth Paltrow wowed London onlookers, hitting the town in a bright orange cocktail dress...
Lanvin, Green draped dress with one shoulder
By Lanvin Paris
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Lanvin, Green draped dress with one shoulder. The item is in very good condition. (2012).
Lanvin 1970’s Black Shutter Pleat Matte Jersey Strapless Long Dress-Size 40
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin 1970’s Black Shutter Pleat Matte Jersey Strapless Long Dress-Size 40. This simple yet elegant Lanvin creation is from the 1970’s and is in good v...
$779Sale Price|40% Off
Elegant Lanvin Black Viscose Maxi Dress - EU 38 / M
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in timeless elegance with this stunning Lanvin Black Maxi Dress! This beautiful gown, crafted from luxurious 100% viscose, drapes beautifully for a flattering, sophisticated...
Lanvin Jersey Wrap Dress, Size 36FR
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin (Made in France) - Wrap dress in jersey.. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulders: 39 cm (15.35"), Bust: 46 cm ( 18.11...
Lanvin asymmetrical one-shoulder dress, 2000s
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in New York, NY
Ivory Lanvin mini dress with one-shoulder neckline, ruche-accented at bust, asymmetrical hemline and exposed zip closure at side. Size – M Bust: 27″ / 68,6 cm Waist: 26″ / 66 cm ...
Lanvin Early 00's Viscose Green Long Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Milano, IT
- Lanvin - Sold by Skof.Archive - Early 00's - Green long dress - One shoulder pad - Features an asymmetric neckline - Sleek silhouette with a high side slit - Made in France - Excel...
LANVIN 100% silk khaki blue abstract invert darts dress FR36 S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 100% silk khaki blue abstract invert darts dress FR36 S Reference: LNKO/A02191 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Silk Color: Multicolour ...
Lanvin Haute Couture 1980s Velvet Bias Cut Black Gown
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Lanvin Haute Couture 1980s Velvet Bias Cut Black Gown, a breathtaking masterpiece that epitomizes timeless elegance and sophistication. T...
Lanvin silk evening dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin black silk dress Sleeveless with one-shoulder Concealed zip closure at side Size – L, FR40 Waist: 29″ / 73,5 cm Hip: 39″ / 99 cm Length: 31″ / 78 cm Fabric – 100% Silk;...
Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Halter
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Halter. Simple and flattering halter neckline is held by a wide band of black silk velvet trimmed with bright gr...
Lanvin Paris Vintage Black Silk 'Gatsby' Dress with Fringes, 2005
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
398 LANVIN - Fall/Winter 2005 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of Alber Elbaz. Black silk strapless dress decorated with fabric fringe and black beads, matchin...
Green draped dress with one shoulder
By Lanvin Paris
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Lanvin, Green draped dress with one shoulder, could be worn multiple ways. The item is in very good condition. (As seen on the runway in 2012). • CONDITI...
Lanvin Alber Elbaz Hiver 2020 Black Origami Drape RARE Runway Dress Size 10/42
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Probably the best (most desirable and collectible dress we have had in years). We were a huge fan of Alber Elbaz and his beloved body of work for Lanvin, Paris. This runway collectio...
Lanvin Blue Lace Slip Dress With Velvet Straps & Satin Buttons 2006
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Lanvin by Alber Elbaz blue lace dress. It features a tiered body, velvet straps, black satin buttons, a side zipper, a scalloped...
Lanvin One Shoulder Silk Mini Red Dress, 2010
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin mini draped one-shoulder dress by Alber Elbaz in red color. Collection 2010 Fabric: 100% silk Size: 38 FR (M) Condition: Perfect ........Additional information ........ - P...
Lanvin Navy Crown and Shield JL Logo Vintage Belted Shirt Dress, 1960s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lanvin vintage 1960s by Jules Francois Crahay navy blue long sleeve shirt dress with buttons to waist and belt. Features crown and shield design with Lanvin JL logos throughout in re...
Lanvin New S/S 2014 Silk Jumpsuit
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jumpsuit from Lanvin S/S 2014 collection. It wraps at the front creating a V neckline and has full dolman sleeves with stretch at the wri...
LANVIN black cotton silk trimmed asymmetric draped midi dress XXS
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN black cotton silk trimmed asymmetric draped midi dress XXS Reference: MECG/A00027 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Cotton, Silk Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closur...
Lanvin Ete 2010 Cocktail Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Lanvin, Ete ( Summer) 2010 collection. The dress has a crossover front and v neckline. It has a central back zip and is unlined. Size 38 , Made in France...
Black velvet and red silk satin bust LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and red silk satin bust. Acetate lining. 2 longs scarfs of red satin are stitched on the shoulder and are wrapped on the bust to be tied on the front of the waist or on ...
LANVIN 2015 navy cotton rhinestone embellished ribbon shift dress FR36 S
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2015 navy cotton rhinestone embellished ribbon shift dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00011 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2015 Resort - Runway Material: Cotton,...
LANVIN 2013 Runway grey butterfly panelled cocktail dress FR36 S Jeon Jihyun
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2013 Runway grey butterfly panelled cocktail dress FR36 S Jeon Jihyun Reference: MECG/A00030 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2013 - Runway As seen on: Jeon Jih...
Lanvin Blue Metallic Lurex Knit Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Lanvin by Alber Elbaz metallic lurex knit long dress. It features a subtle v-neck, long sleeves, ribbed knit detailing, and midi...
Drape leaf print silk cocktail dress with natural leather necklace Lanvin
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Drape leaf print silk cocktail dress with natural leather necklace attached. Open under the arms. SS 2011 SIZE 38
Black velvet cocktail dress with silver jersey inset and laced back LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet cocktail dress with silver jersey inset and laced in the back with velvet ribbon. Draped on the hips. Zip middle back + boned on the side. SIZE 38 (Fr) S
Vintage Lanvin Paris Red & White Patterned Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Step into timeless sophistication with this vintage Lanvin Paris red and white patterned dress. A striking blend of classic French tailoring and bold design, this piece captures the ...
Lanvin by Alber Elbaz Spring/Summer 2005 Gold Silk Grecian Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
From Lanvin's Spring/Summer 2005 collection by Alber Elbaz, this fluid gold silk dress embodies the designer's signature neo-Grecian romanticism. The deep V-neckline flows into a lay...
Lanvin Pink Silk Shirt Dress - 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This fun Lanvin silk shirt dress is hot pink. It features a collar, a front pocket, long sleeves, and snap decorations on the shoulders. This dress is in good condition with some sta...
Vintage Lanvin Paris Blue & Red Patterned Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of vintage French elegance with this stunning Lanvin Paris blue and red patterned dress. A true testament to the brand’s iconic design heritage, this dress effort...
Grey silk cocktail dress with PVC neckless LANVIN by Alber Elbaz SS2009
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey silk cocktail dress with PVC neckless. Zip and oversize hook&eye closure on the middle back. SIZE 38/40
Red ruffled cocktail dress with bow tie LANVIN by Alber Elbaz SS 2016
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red ruffled cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 97% rayon, 3% stretch Invisible zip closure on the middle back. Black gros-grain belt with rhinestone buckle. Front lenght = 95cm Bac...
A Lanvin Printed Jersey Dress by Jules-François Crahay - France Circa 1972
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1972 France Modernist long dress in acetate jersey printed with ethnic motifs in strong polychromy by Jules-François Crahay for the House of Lanvin dating from the 1970s. Strai...
LANVIN 2010 navy ramie cotton drape black belted mini dress FR36 S
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2010 navy ramie cotton drape black belted mini dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00024 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2010 Material: Ra...
LANVIN 2008 grey silky trimmed ruffle collar V neck knee dress FR34 XS
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2008 grey silky trimmed ruffle collar V neck knee dress FR34 XS Reference: MECG/A00048 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2008 Material: Polyester Color: Grey Pat...
LANVIN 2015 deep purple linen one shoulder ruffle dress FR38 M
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2015 deep purple linen one shoulder ruffle dress FR38 M Reference: MECG/A00074 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2015 Material: Linen, Blend Color: Purple Patter...
Lanvin Paris 2015 Women's Metallic Gold Hooded Peacoat, Size 40
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2015 LANVIN Metallic gold pea coat lined in shearling. Toggle buttons. Hooded coat. coat has pockets. Marked size 40 Measurement: Bust : 40” ( buttoned) Hip 40” Shoulder: 17” flat /...
1990's LANVIN navy polka dotted dress with three-quarter sleeves
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy polka dotted dress with three-quarter sleeves designed by Lanvin dating to the 1990's. French size 36. Approximate measurements: bust 32", waist 28.5", fully hips, arm length fr...
Lanvin Futuristic Evening Dress, 2008
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin fururistic evening dress. Collection 2008. The dress consists of two parts: a mesh in the form of a top and a large voluminous dress Fabric: 10...
Lanvin Blue And Black Chenille Leopard Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a Lanvin blue and black chenille leopard dress featuring a sweetheart neckline, a form-fitting silhouette, sleeveless, a scoop back, and a...
Lanvin Black and White Dotted Cotton Bustier Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in France) Black and white dotted cotton bustier dress. Indicated size 44FR, it fits a 40FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest:...
Lanvin Resort 2014 Runway Unworn Paisley Print Bustier Strapless Mini Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Lanvin Resort 2014 Runway Unworn Paisley Print Bustier Strapless Mini Dress FR 38 Look 13 from the Resort 2014 Collection.
Lanvin Striped Dress in Multicolored Taffeta
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in France) Multicolored taffeta dress with stripes. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 50 cm...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Lanvin Black Mini Dress, Size 40
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Crew neckline - Balloon style sleeves with 3/4 length - Rear zip closure detail - Made in France
$632Sale Price|20% Off
2006 LANVIN Black and Brown Mini Dress, Size 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Black and brown wool dress designed by Lanvin in France, from 2006 collection. The dress features crew neck line, sleeveless, mini length, rear zip closure and ruf...