Vintage Givenchy Sequin Canvas Tote Late 1990s Beige Navy

Paris, late 1990s — the Givenchy studio in a state of flux, sharp tailoring giving way to
something more unruly. Sequined navy and silver arcs sweep across the front of
this beige cotton canvas tote, the surface catching the light against the clean
lines of the brown leather handles. The house’s sans-serif “Givenchy Paris” logo
stands at the center, flanked by the 4G monogram—a understated backdrop for the
glint of each stitched sequin.
The tote is structured yet soft, with double handles designed for both hand and
shoulder carry. A gold-tone snap closes the top, fastening into brown leather
tabs. Inside, a beige fabric lining conceals a single zippered pocket and a slip
compartment. Minor marks are visible on the exterior canvas; the hardware
remains bright, and the silhouette holds its shape.
This design fits squarely within the Alexander McQueen and Julien Macdonald
era at Givenchy, circa the late 1990s to early 2000s—a period when the fashion house’s
classic logos were paired with flashes of embellishment. The sequined motif and understated
branding reflect a house balancing its founder’s reserve with a new,
punk-infused energy.
Era: Late 1990s–Early 2000s (Alexander McQueen / Julien Macdonald era; label and
construction typical of this period)
Condition: Very Good — minor marks on the exterior canvas; hardware and structure
intact
Material: Cotton canvas with brown leather handles, sequined detailing
Color: Beige canvas exterior with navy and silver sequins, brown leather
handles, gold-tone snap closure; beige fabric interior
Dimensions: W 34 × H 20 × D 8 cm
Made in: France