Founded in 1889 by Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin is the oldest Parisian fashion house. Through stunning design and application, Lanvin transformed her hat and clothing workshops into a veritable fashion empire. Jeanne Lanvin drew inspiration from her only child, and Marguerite succeeded her mother in 1946, remaining in charge until her death in 1958. The delicately gilded figure on the spherical Arpège perfume bottle depicting Jeanne Lanvin and her daughter going to a ball has remained the symbol of this motherly love, and became the House logo in 1954. Since 1993, the House has focused on luxury ready-to-wear and accessories as well as perfumes.