The history of Lanvin, France, begins in 1889, when Jeanne Lanvin opened a small hat shop in the heart of Paris. Lanvin was just 22 years old at the time, and she had just finished her apprenticeship as a milliner. Despite her young age, Lanvin's talent was immediately evident, and her shop quickly became a success.

In 1909, Lanvin expanded her business to include children's clothing. This was a revolutionary move at the time, as children's clothing was not typically considered to be a high-fashion item. However, Lanvin's designs for children were just as stylish as her designs for adults, and she quickly became one of the most sought-after designers for children's clothing in Paris.

In 1923, Lanvin launched her first perfume, Arpège. Arpège was an immediate success, and it quickly became one of the most popular perfumes in the world. The more...

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Pair of French carved wooden hat mannequins, by Riva-Marchesi…

French Carved Wooden Hat Mannequins by Riva-Marchesi Paris, 70cm

Pair of French carved wooden hat mannequins, by Riva-Marchesi Paris, each comprising three individually stamped parts; the head, shoulders and lower torso, total height 70 cm (2) catalogue note: the firm Riva Marchesi were the premier hat mold makers in…

Lanvin, envelope clutch; styled in black lizard skin embossed…

Lanvin Black Lizard Skin Envelope Clutch with Gold Hardware

Lanvin, envelope clutch; styled in black lizard skin embossed leather with magnetic flap front closure and gold tone hardware trim, 17 x 27 x 2 cm.

Ten assorted vintage perfume bottles including Lanvin, Melba,…

Assorted Vintage Perfume Bottles: Lanvin, Melba, Eau Arpage, Montana

Ten assorted vintage perfume bottles including Lanvin, Melba, Eau Arpage, Montana and de Vigny, the largest 17 cm high

Lanvin, Ruffle tweed jacket, red and white tweed blend jacket…

Lanvin Red and White Tweed Ruffle Jacket, Size 44

Lanvin, Ruffle tweed jacket, red and white tweed blend jacket with fringe trim accent and pointed collar, featuring patch pockets and button closure, made in France, labelled 'Lanvin Paris', size 44, labelled 'Lanvin Paris'

Lanvin, a pair of gold metallic fabric ballet flats, size 40

Gold metallic Lanvin ballet flats, size 40, elegant and chic

Lanvin, a pair of gold metallic fabric ballet flats, size 40

Lanvin Paris, a pair of blue patent leather high heel shoes,…

Lanvin Paris Blue Patent Leather High Heel Shoes, Size 36

Lanvin Paris, a pair of blue patent leather high heel shoes, size 36

Two Lanvin scarves: One red with black pattern detailing and…

Lanvin Scarves: Red and Black, Multicolour Patterned

Two Lanvin scarves: One red with black pattern detailing and black logo. Measurements 84 x 88 cm. One multicolour patterned with red centre. Measurements 88 x 88 cm.

A silk shawl by Lanvin, the navy blue shawl styled in sheer…

Navy Blue Lanvin Silk Shawl with Floral Pattern

A silk shawl by Lanvin, the navy blue shawl styled in sheer silk with applied floral and foliate pattern and 'Lanvin' lettering, 136 cm square.

Lanvin, black dress, wool, pull on dress with raw edges and…

Lanvin Wool Dress with Silk Ribbon Straps

Lanvin, black dress, wool, pull on dress with raw edges and silk ribbon shoulder straps attached by silk covered buttons, labelled 'Lanvin Hiver 2004 Made in France 100% Wool', size 40 length 92 cm

Lanvin, black long quilted coat, cotton mix, sheen finish with…

Lanvin Quilted Coat with Ivory Lining

Lanvin, black long quilted coat, cotton mix, sheen finish with ivory lining and trim, contrast stitching throughout, round neck and long sleeves, press stud closure to front, labelled 'Lanvin Ete 2006 Made in France', size 36 length 107 cm

A pair of heels by Lanvin, styled printed fabric with wooden…

Lanvin Printed Fabric Heels with Wooden Heel, Size 38.5

A pair of heels by Lanvin, styled printed fabric with wooden heel, size 38.5.

A pair of boots by Lanvin, styled in purple snakeskin and emu…

Emu & Snakeskin Lanvin Boots, Size 40 in Box

A pair of boots by Lanvin, styled in purple snakeskin and emu leather, with suede detail, size 40, boxed.

A pair of gloves by Lanvin, styled in chocolate suede with…

Lanvin Chocolate Suede Embossed Gloves

A pair of gloves by Lanvin, styled in chocolate suede with 'Lanvin' embossed to wrist.

A pair of sunglasses by Lanvin, styled in black composite, with…

Lanvin Black Composite Sunglasses with Case and Box

A pair of sunglasses by Lanvin, styled in black composite, with soft case and box.

Lanvin, printed silk scarf, featuring green palm trees, signed…

Lanvin Palm Tree Silk Scarf

Lanvin, printed silk scarf, featuring green palm trees, signed within the print, 75 x 75 cm

Lanvin, black silk satin cocktail dress, rounded high neckline…

Lanvin Silk Satin Cocktail Dress, 2007, Euro 38

Lanvin, black silk satin cocktail dress, rounded high neckline and plunging V-shaped back with oversized hook-eye closure and bow detail, labelled 'Lanvin, river 2007', size euro 38

Lanvin, black Mohair long Cardigan, with black silk georgette…

Lanvin Black Mohair Cardigan with Silk Trim, Size L

Lanvin, black Mohair long Cardigan, with black silk georgette trim and covered buttons to front, labelled 'Lanvin, river 2008', size L

A Lanvin scarf, Paris, 'Carre en Soie' printed of abstract…

Lanvin Abstract Silk Scarf, Paris 1970

A Lanvin scarf, Paris, 'Carre en Soie' printed of abstract design, circa 1970, green, black and cream. Good condition, stains in top right corner

Collection of men's ties, in various patterns including the…

Designer Men's Tie Collection: Celine, Dior, Lanvin, Ricci

Collection of men's ties, in various patterns including the designers Celine, Christian Dior, Lanvin, Nina Ricci (10)

Various Designer silk ties includes Chanel Gucci, Loewe, Hermes,…

Designer Silk Ties: Chanel, Gucci, Hermes and More

Various Designer silk ties includes Chanel Gucci, Loewe, Hermes, Lanvin etc

A mens coat by Lanvin, the full length black leather coat…

Lanvin Paris Black Leather Full-Length Men's Coat, Size 52

A mens coat by Lanvin, the full length black leather coat labelled Lanvin Paris, size 52.