Vintage Givenchy Velvet Panel Dress Black M Polyester

The interplay of matte and lustrous textures draws the eye across this
sleeveless black dress, where plush velvet panels are deftly set into smooth
woven polyester to create a subtle yet striking contrast. The silhouette is clean and
gently fitted, with softly shaped shoulders and a straight skirt that falls just
below the knee—a study in Parisian restraint that lets the quality of the
materials take center stage. While this piece bears no visible logo or hardware,
its construction and finish are unmistakably rooted in the house codes refined
during Givenchy’s late 20th-century era, when understated elegance defined the
atelier’s ready-to-wear. Hubert de Givenchy, who founded his eponymous house
in 1952, was renowned for his architectural approach to tailoring and his use of
sumptuous fabrics—a legacy evident in the careful balance of texture and form
here. The dress is estimated to fit approximately a size M based on the
measurements provided, reflecting its versatile, timeless design. The condition
is very good, with no visible flaws or signs of significant wear on the velvet
or woven sections; interior seams and lining remain intact. The mannequin
normally wears a size M.
Condition: Very Good — exterior and lining are clean with no visible flaws; velvet
panels retain their depth of color; seams and structure are intact
Material: Black polyester with inset velvet panels
Color: Deep black exterior in matte polyester and black velvet; no visible
hardware or logos; black interior lining
Size: approx. M (estimated from measurements)
Measurements: Total length 99 cm / Shoulder 38 cm / Chest 45 cm
Made in: France