In 1952, the Givenchy brand was officially launched in France. It was named after its founder and first principal designer, Hubert Givenchy. For decades, the brand has maintained an 'elegant style' that has become synonymous with 'elegant' in the fashion world. Givenchy himself is known as the 'gentleman of fashion' for his suavity and clean appearance on all occasions. It wasn't until July 11,1995, that Givenchy stepped down after his last haute couture show.