Numbers Don't Lie: These Are the 6 Best-Selling Givenchy Bags of All Time

Humor me for a minute. What comes to mind when you think of the most iconic moments in fashion cinema? There are plenty of examples, but none are more poignant than the first scene in Breakfast at Tiffany's. As a yellow cab peels off the corner of Madison Avenue at daybreak, Audrey Hepburn [playing Holly Golightly] meanders past the store windows with a cup of coffee in hand, wearing a complete set of pearls and an elegant black gown from Givenchy. What's made that particular film pertinent for fashionphiles over 65 years later isn't the fabulous setting. It's that it marked the ascension of Givenchy. Although we may now associate the French fashion house's legacy with specific films and fashion icons, that's a small part of the picture.

What has made this luxury brand continually relevant over the years isn't solely its haute couture; it is the handbags too. Givenchy's purses have long been some of the most coveted accessories by the fashion crowd, cementing their cultural impact. The brand's bags often rival the popularity of their historical pop cultural moments, if not superseding them. You don't have to just take my word for it, as I've rummaged through the archives to share why the brand makes arguably the best designer handbags to buy. Ahead, you'll find a breakdown of the six best Givenchy bags based on popularity, quality, functionality, and timelessness—plus a little bit of fashion history. You might not be the leading star of a film, but you better believe these finds are forever.

About Givenchy

Before we delve into the brand's bags, we have to have a brief history lesson. While Givenchy's legacy is now associated with luxury fashion's highest echelon, the house came from relatively humble beginnings. It was founded as a small atelier in the French countryside in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy. Although only 25 at the time, Givenchy was steadfast in his conviction to set out on his own after working as the artistic director at Schiaparelli. However, the brand didn't gain global recognition until it was spotted on some of Givenchy's style muses throughout the '60s, such as Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, and Princess Grace of Monaco. It was in that era that the brand's cultural importance was cemented. Its continued impact can be attributed to how creative directors have been able to carry on this legacy in contemporary times.

We've seen Givenchy led by some of the most exciting creatives in fashion history in the last half century, including John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, Riccardo Tisci, and Matthew M. Williams, the brand's most recent creative director. Although each designer has differed in their approach to ready-to-wear, the unifying aspect of all their reigns has been their commitment to craftsmanship, especially in leather goods. No matter who has been at the helm, Givenchy has always had some of the hottest handbags throughout its history, and it's a trend that will continue even after Williams's departure.

Ultimately, the allure of Givenchy bags (besides their quality) boils down to the fact that the house's iconography has been continuously reimagined. Each style strikes the perfect balance between classic and contemporary. Basically, Givenchy bags tap into the nostalgia of turning on an Old Hollywood film without being held up in the past. While most of the styles from the brand do have an enduring elegance, there are a few that have an even stronger hold on the style set, so now, let's talk about the most popular Givenchy bags…

1. Voyou Bag

One could argue that no other handbag reflects how much this house has evolved from its early days as a haute couture atelier than the Voyou Bag. Designed by former Creative Director Matthew M. Williams, the style debuted on the brand's S/S 23 runway as a contemporary take on the classic slouchy bag thanks to cool moto-inspired metal buckles. Its amorphous shape characterizes it, as it can be carried on the shoulder, across the body, or by hand. The bag also comes in three sizes (mini, medium, and large) and various materials such as denim, leather, suede, python, and raffia—ensuring that there's a version of this bag that works for your everyday life.

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2. Antigona Bag

While there's no shortage of new releases from this fashion house, it would be a disservice if we didn't mention one of its hottest items of all time: the Antigona bag. Ever since its debut on the fall/winter 2010 runway, the structured handbag has been synonymous with the house for various reasons. It was impossible to flip through the glossy pages of a magazine throughout the noughties without seeing this bag being carried by one of the It girls, e.g., Rihanna, Kate Moss, and Beyoncé. Beyond its popularity among the celeb set, the original style by Tisci was an easily recognizable take on the Boston bag with sharper edges, and it became an instant classic. Its popularity and pragmatism may have put the bag on the map, but it's remained an iconic piece because of how it's been continuously reinterpreted throughout the years. It comes in various sizes, colors, and textiles. Plus, the shape has been slightly altered over the years to celebrate its anniversary, further cementing its collectible status.

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3. G-Hobo Bag

It's not just the more iconic Givenchy bags that are worth collecting. All of the brand's bags manage to give off "high fashion" without sacrificing functionality. A prime example is the Givenchy G-Hobo bag, which debuted on the fall/winter 2022 runway. Designed by Williams, the bag takes the simplicity of the slouchy bag and gives it an edgier spin with a sharp V-cut shape adorned with the brand's signature G-engraved padlock hardware. The bag also feels more contemporary than its counterparts because it comes in two hardware colors, two sizes (mini and medium), and various colors and textiles. It's a style destined to become a cult classic in your closet, no matter which version you buy.

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4. 4G Bag

What's another classic handbag shape that Givenchy has given a contemporary spin? The rectangular fold-over flap bag. Sure, every luxury house has its take on this silhouette, but the details make Givenchy's version cooler. Released in Williams's F/W 21 collection, this bag is distinct because of the logo-adorned hardware. Not only is the clasp covered in the brand's emblem, but the chain strap also creates the illusion of G-shaped cubes. The attention to detail doesn't stop there, though. This style comes in various luxurious materials—including embroidered canvas, quilted leather, and even embellished satin—and it's available in colors ranging from neutral to metallic. On top of that, Givenchy's 4G Bag is also available in three sizes (micro, small, and medium), all of which can be styled as a clutch, crossbody, or shoulder bag depending upon your mood. Ultimately, it's all of these small details that will make it one of the most dependable styles in your closet.

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5. Kenny Bag

While many of Givenchy's purses generally err on the side of pragmatism, a few deviate from that norm—chief among them is the Kenny Bag. Released in Williams's S/S 22 collection, the bag embodies the day-to-night ethos through its compact pochette shape, which comes in a mini and small size. Although the bag's shape taps into the typical tiny-bag trend associated with contemporary eveningwear, it still has special touches that are signature to the French house's lexicon. For example, the bag is available in sumptuous materials such as satin, leather, and even feathers, each adorned with the brand's easily recognizable hardware. The overall result is a bag style that is small in size but has an outsized presence.

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6. Cut Out Bag

If you take away nothing else from this article, let it be this: Givenchy bags are a worthwhile investment. That's no more apparent than with the release of the Givenchy Cut Out Shoulder Bag in the brand's S/S 21 collection. Designed by Williams during his tenure, it turns the timeless shoulder bag on its head through a sharp adaptation of the silhouette with its deep V-shaped cutout and label-free hardware. It's the ideal investment for minimalists who love a well-made bag because it's low-key enough for everyday life yet doesn't lose those more luxurious features we expect out of a bag. It boasts a spacious interior, has adaptable straps, and comes in various sizes, including small and large. While there may be a great deal of noise in the luxury market, Givenchy has managed to carve out a space in the cultural cannon and closets of millions because the brand creates handbags that lend themselves to being collectibles in their own right.

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