Updated March 13, 2018 12:57:54

Photo: French couturier Hubert de Givenchy revolutionised the fashion world over a 40-year career. (AP)

The fashion world is mourning iconic French designer Hubert de Givenchy, who has died at the age of 91.

Givenchy counted the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Grace Kelly among his loyal fans after he launched his label in 1952.

His hallmark creations included balloon-sleeved blouses and calf-length trousers with flared hems, which were hailed at the time as airy alternatives to the tight waists and artificial curves of the time.

Givenchy sold his fashion house to LVMH in 1988 and retired several years later, but the brand remained a firm favourite of celebrities and royalty the world over.

More recent fans include Margot Robbie, Julia Roberts, Jessica Chastain, Rosamund Pike, Gal Gadot, Rooney Mara and the Kardashian clan.

Here we take a look at Givenchy's creations, from his first collection to the brand's modern-day designs.

The first collection

Photo: Givenchy's first collection in 1952 consisted largely of elegant blouses and light skirts. (Supplied: Givenchy.com)

Photo: Dresses from Givenchy's first collection in 1952. (Supplied: Givenchy.com)

Audrey Hepburn

Photo: Audrey Hepburn was Hubert de Givenchy's muse and wore his iconic dress in the classic film Breakfast at Tiffany's. (Supplied: Flickr)

Grace Kelly

Photo: Grace Kelly wore Givenchy on her 10th wedding anniversary. (Supplied: Flickr)

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

Photo: Jacqueline Kennedy was a fan of Givenchy's designs, including this silk evening dress she wore to the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. (Supplied: Flickr)

Margot Robbie

Photo: Margot Robbie attended the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2016 collection during New York Fashion Week in 2015. (Reuters: Lucas Jackson)

Jessica Chastain

Photo: Jessica Chastain wore a dress by Givenchy to the 2015 Academy Awards. (Reuters: Mario Anzuoni)

Rosamund Pike

Photo: Best actress nominee Rosamund Pike wore a red Givenchy gown to the 2015 Academy Awards. (Reuters: Mario Anzuoni)

Rooney Mara

Photo: Best actress nominee Rooney Mara wore a Givenchy dress to the 2012 Academy Awards. (Reuters: Lucy Nicholson)

Kim Kardashian

Photo: Kanye West and Kim Kardashian attended the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2016 collection at New York Fashion Week. (Reuters: Lucas Jackson)

Topics: fashion, design, france

First posted March 13, 2018 11:35:43