VAT Refund Guide

Givenchy

Get up to 22% back on Givenchy in Europe with your VAT refund. Antigona, Antigona Soft, Voyou Bag across 2 stores. Paris flagship.

About Givenchy.

Hubert de Givenchy founded his maison in 1952, becoming Audrey Hepburn’s favorite designer and creating the iconic little black dress for “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (1961). The brand defined French haute couture elegance for decades before transitioning to luxury ready-to-wear. Under Matthew M. Williams since 2020, Givenchy balances haute couture heritage with streetwear sensibility. The Antigona bag (2010) remains the brand’s best-selling handbag—a structured masterpiece combining architectural design with Parisian sophistication.

Signature products.

Antigona (Medium) €2,250–€2,650
Antigona Soft (Small) €1,850
Voyou Bag (Medium) €2,150
Mini Antigona €1,550
G-Tote Bag €1,350
Why shop Givenchy in Europe?

Givenchy represents Parisian haute couture heritage—shopping in Paris offers connection to Hubert de Givenchy's legacy with 12% VAT refunds. European pricing is significantly lower than Asia (30-35% savings), and French boutiques receive priority for new collections and limited editions.

Best cities to shop.

Paris

Avenue George V flagship in Hubert de Givenchy's home city

London

Mount Street boutique in luxury Mayfair district

Milan

Via Sant'Andrea boutique in luxury quadrilatero

Store locations.

Milan

Givenchy Via Sant'Andrea

Via Sant'Andrea 11, 20121 Milan, Italy

+39 02 78 62 37 10

Paris

Givenchy Avenue George V

3 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris, France

+33 1 44 31 50 00

How much can you save?

Purchase: €1,000 Save up to €180
Purchase: €5,000 Save up to €900
Purchase: €10,000 Save up to €1,800

VAT refund essentials.

Minimum Spend

€70.01

VAT Rate

22% standard rate

Net Refund

13-17% back

Time Limit

3 months to validate at departure

Pro tips.

France (brand birthplace) offers 12% VAT + Avenue George V flagship experience

Givenchy prices increased 6-8% in 2024—European prices still 25% below US/Asia

Antigona bags hold resale value well—investment piece with timeless design

Milan boutique offers 13.3% VAT refunds vs 12% in Paris (slightly better)

Frequently asked questions.

Can I get VAT refund on Givenchy online purchases?

No. VAT refunds are only available for in-store purchases made in Europe. Online orders shipped internationally are already VAT-exempt.

Do I need to show my Givenchy purchase at customs?

High-value items (typically over €1,000) may require physical inspection at customs. Keep your purchase in carry-on luggage, not checked bags.

What if I'm connecting through a non-EU airport?

You must validate your VAT refund at your last EU point of departure, not your final destination.

How long does it take to get my refund?

With TravelMoney, refunds are processed instantly once validated at customs. Standard tax-free services can take 4-12 weeks.

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