James de Givenchy may have inherited one of fashion’s most storied surnames (his uncle was Hubert de Givenchy—of, yes, that Givenchy), but his hard-earned reputation is entirely his own. Since founding Taffin in 1996, he has amassed a devoted following for sculptural and colorful creations that blur the line between high jewelry and art—all guided by the house’s maxim, La fin couronne l’oeuvre (The end crowns the work). Just in time for our second jewelry issue, de Givenchy sits in DRESS CODE’s Haute Seat.
First impression: Is often the last impression.
Scent: Taffin’s Le Gris No. 0421.
Watch: Taffin’s “Jimmy” in rose gold with a black dial and brown alligator strap.
Sunglasses: I don’t wear sunglasses.
Weekday outfit: A navy jacket, white shirt, and jeans.
