French fashion icon Givenchy dies aged 91

French fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy, who created famous looks for Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy, has died at the age of 91.

His partner Philippe Venet, a former haute couture designer, confirmed the news to the AFP news agency.

Hubert de Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn

Jackie Kennedy wearing Givenchy

"It is with huge sadness that we inform you that Hubert Taffin de Givenchy has died," he said through the Givenchy fashion house.

The designer's nephews and nieces, and their children, share Mr Venet's grief, the statement added.

Givenchy Clutch

Givenchy Antigona

Givenchy fall 2014 ready-to-wear

Givenchy spring 2017 Haute Couture

Givenchy Spring/Summer 2018 Haute Couture

(BBC)