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Was Roberto Cavalli a designer?
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Yes, Roberto Cavalli was a fashion designer known for dazzling animal prints and bold glamour.
In the early 1970s Cavalli (1940–2024) unveiled his first namesake collection in Paris and the Sala Bianca of Palazzo Pitti in Florence. He then opened his inaugural boutique in France’s Saint-Tropez in 1972. While the designer’s printed denim offerings were deemed unsophisticated by the day’s couturiers (they looked down upon the material), Cavalli’s form-fitting, sensual cuts, innovative patchwork and obvious dedication to impeccable craftsmanship found admirers in the likes of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot.
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In the early 1970s Cavalli (1940–2024) unveiled his first namesake collection in Paris and the Sala Bianca of Palazzo Pitti in Florence. He then opened his inaugural boutique in France’s Saint-Tropez in 1972. While the designer’s printed denim offerings were deemed unsophisticated by the day’s couturiers (they looked down upon the material), Cavalli’s form-fitting, sensual cuts, innovative patchwork and obvious dedication to impeccable craftsmanship found admirers in the likes of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot.
Find vintage Roberto Cavalli tiger-print dresses and other clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs.
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Roberto Cavalli Black Leather Corset Top with Integrated Bra, 2003 Size M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, DE
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Roberto Cavalli 2005 Maxi silk printed dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CANNES, FR
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Maxi-length dress in black silk printed with a beige and gold geometric pattern, lace inserts, skirt with train. Italian T.38.
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Roberto Cavalli 2001 Maxi floral printed dress
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Located in CANNES, FR
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Blue silk long dress with straps, printed with a beige floral and gold lurex motif. Size 36. (Composition and size labels missing).
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1990s Roberto Cavalli cotton denim with roses size S jeans
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Roberto Cavalli cotton denim with roses size S jeans
Size S
Waist 80 cm
Lenght 108 cm
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