So, here’s the deal. You see all this stuff online, right? “Givenchy this,” “Givenchy that.” But how do you KNOW you’re gettin’ the real McCoy? It’s a legit question. I mean, I saw one thing that says you can buy it in Brazil in 10x installments and 7 days to return it, huh?
First off, let’s be clear. Givenchy jewelry, while fancy-lookin’, isn’t like, *fine* jewelry in the traditional sense. We’re talkin’ fashion jewelry, often plated metal. Don’t go expectin’ solid gold and diamonds unless you’re spending serious dough on something *really* vintage. But that doesn’t mean it’s junk, not by a long shot.
Now, the vintage stuff? That’s where it gets interesting. They used cool materials like Lucite, especially in the older pieces. That faux amber necklace someone mentioned? I bet it’s gorgeous, and probably pretty unique. That’s the charm of vintage costume jewelry, y’know? Finding somethin’ a little different, somethin’ with a story.
And speaking of stories, Hubert de Givenchy himself started designing jewelry around 1967, at least that’s what I read. Dude was an artist, started in fashion young, and that artistic background definitely shows in the designs.
But, the big question is: real or fake? Good luck figuring that out.
Here’s my totally unprofessional, totally biased opinion: If you’re worried about authenticity, buy from a reputable dealer, especially with vintage. Do your research! And honestly, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Trust your gut.
And, you know what? Sometimes, even the “lower quality” materials of fashion jewelry can be beautiful. It’s all about the design, the craftsmanship (even if it’s not solid gold, if it’s well-made, it’ll last!), and how much *you* love it.