Givenchy

Givenchy, the chic enfant terrible of the fashion world, was founded in 1952 by the aristocratic Hubert de Givenchy, a designer who had the audacity to dress Audrey Hepburn and the Kennedy clan while making it look effortless. Known for its timeless elegance and haute couture, Givenchy has always flirted with the boundary between classic sophistication and avant-garde edge. The brand's history reads like a glossy magazine: from Hepburn's little black dress in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" to the jaw-dropping red carpet moments curated by Riccardo Tisci, who served as creative director from 2005 to 2017. Controversies? Oh, plenty—Tisci’s penchant for gothic aesthetics sometimes raised eyebrows higher than his hemlines. Valued at billions as a jewel in LVMH's crown, Givenchy has snagged numerous accolades, including the CFDA International Award. Today, under the creative vision of Matthew M. Williams, the house continues to straddle the line between tradition and innovation, occasionally tripping over its own shadow in the process. From its iconic logo tees to its luxe leather goods, Givenchy remains a perennial favorite among fashion's elite, proving that being well-heeled doesn't mean you can't occasionally step on a few toes.