Givenchy
Givenchy is the French name for a luxury fashion and perfume house.
Givenchy refers specifically to the high-end French fashion house and its brand products.
Did you know?
- The brand is a pillar of haute couture, a legally protected term in France that requires a house to follow strict rules regarding handmade clothing and atelier staffing.
- While Givenchy is a brand name, the phrase à la Givenchy can be used in French to describe a style that is characterized by aristocratic elegance and clean lines.
- The name Givenchy is pronounced with a soft 'j' sound, similar to the 's' in 'measure', rather than the hard 'g' sound found in the English word 'gift'.
Examples in context
- J'ai acheté une superbe robe signée Givenchy.I bought a beautiful dress designed by Givenchy.
- Je suis fan du parfum Givenchy.I am a fan of Givenchy perfume.
- Elle porte une robe Givenchy.She is wearing a Givenchy dress.
- J'adore le parfum de chez Givenchy.I love the perfume from Givenchy.
- Il a acheté un sac Givenchy.He bought a Givenchy bag.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are looking at a fashion magazine.
- LucasRegarde cette robe Givenchy !Look at this Givenchy dress!
- LéaElle est magnifique, Lucas.It is magnificent, Lucas.
- LucasC'est très élégant, non ?It's very elegant, right?
- LéaOui, c'est typique de Givenchy.Yes, it's typical of Givenchy.
