1989 Documented Valentino Grey Wool Double Breasted Skirt Suit
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This elegant Valentino skirt suit is from the fall 1989 collection. The trouser suit version was
1989 Documented Valentino Grey Wool Double Breasted Skirt Suit
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This elegant Valentino skirt suit is from the fall 1989 collection. The trouser suit version was
Valentino Evening Gown 2pc Set Documented Embellished Mosaic Vintage S/S 1989
By Valentino
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredibly rare 2pc evening gown was made by Valentino for the 1989 Spring/Summer collection
VALENTINO, Honey Color, Velour, Long Overcoat, Right and Left Buttons, F/W 1989
By Valentino, Mario Valentino
Located in Kingston, NY
VALENTINO, Honey Color, Velour, Long Overcoat, Right and Left Buttons, F/W 1989, original store tag
$1,435
Valentino Boutique Dress
By Valentino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Abito Valentino Boutique anni 80 in velluto Presenta la parte del corpetto con una lavorazione in
Valentino Silk Top
By Valentino
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant Valentino ivory and dark blue sleeveless top. Zip closure on the left side. Fits approx
Vintage Valentino Tassel Necklace
By Valentino
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous vintage Valentino perfume necklace This rare and collectible necklace. The cording on the
1980s Valentino Dots Silk Dress
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Valentino silk dots dress featuring mousseline silk with 2 dots print sizes, a full silk lining
Valentino Logo Perfume Pendant
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Iconic pendant from Valentino in black bakelite decorated with Swarovski crystals, a silk tassel
1980s Valentino Frame - Glasses
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Valentino Frame - Glasses
$166Sale Price|26% Off
Valentino Boutique Black Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino Boutique Black Jacket Totally made in italy in size US 10
Valentino Glen Plaid Coat
By Valentino
Located in Alford, MA
1980s brown glen plaid coat by Valentino featuring a collarless, open front, shoulder pads, soft
Valentino Garavani Jeweled Bowtie Brooch
By Valentino
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Valentino Garavani couture brooch features a dimensional gilt metal bow-tie-shaped
Gilt Metal
Black leather skirt Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather skirt with cut work on the hips and on the back. zip in the middle back. Lining composition: 57% rayon, 43% polyester. SIZE 14 (Us)
Valentino Night Short Blazer - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Add a touch of 80s glamour to your evening look with the Valentino Night Short Blazer. Crafted from
Valentino Door Knocker Earrings
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino Gilded doorknocker earrings in unusual square shape. Italy 1980's. Excellent condition. 1
Gilt Metal
Valentino Monogram 1980s Suede Clutch
By Valentino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the sophisticated Valentino Monogram 1980s Suede Clutch, a luxurious accessory that
80s Valentino Velvet Burnout Blouse
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
1980s Valentino Boutique sheer silk top with fuzzy velvet burnout floral detailing. The 'velvet
Vintage Black Silk Valentino Blouse
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A chic black silk Valentino silk blouse , Valentino Night range. The blouse has a 4 button back
Vintage Valentino Brown Silk Blouse
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A vintage silk blouse by Valentino, Valentino Boutique line. This top has a v neckline, 4 button
1980s Valentino Gold tone Swarovski Stones brooch
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Valentino vintage brooch made in Gold tone with real Swarovski Stones still with original
Valentino 1980s Pink Bow Dress
By Valentino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
our Vintage Valentino Pink Bow Dress, an iconic piece that embodies the essence of the era. This black
Valentino Gilted Metal Cuff Bracelet
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Gilted metal cuff bracelet adorned with rhinestones and glass cabochons. Additional
Gilt Metal
Vintage Valentino White Linen Blouse
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A white linen blouse by Valentino, Boutique line. The blouse has a round neckline, with off centre
Valentino Studio Pleated Knit Top - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Valentino knit top is made from 100% wool and features a bright red color. The pleated knit
Vintage Valentino Jacket Polka Dot
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
An elegant green polka dot jacket by Valentino, Boutique line. The jacket is made of wool crepe and
Valentino Starburst Runway Ear Clips
By Valentino
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Here are another pair of stunning runway earrings from the master Valentino. Shaped like
Valentino 1980s Wool Frog Button Military Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Military-inspired wool jacket from Valentino featuring distinctive Chinese frog button closures
Valentino Miss V Wool Jacket - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This classic vintage wool jacket is from Valentino's Miss V label, featuring light shoulder pads
Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This vintage 80s Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top adds a touch of luxury to any outfit. The gold
Valentino Vintage Gold Tone Turquoise / Pink Rhinestone Drop Clip on Earrings
By Valentino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Valentino gold tone with turquoise/pink rhinestones with black dangle drop clip-on
$813Sale Price|20% Off
Valentino Rare Vintage Jacket, Original Label
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Rare vintage green jacket designed by Valentino in the early 1980s, of fine Italian manufacture
Valentino Silk & Satin Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in Geneva, CH
Slightly naughty "little black dress". Silk chiffon accordion pleated skirt and sleeves, black silk satin wide belt and front buttons. Closure of the dress on the left side with a zi...
$388Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Valentino Midi Pleated Sequin Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful 1980s Valentino pleated skirt with copper colored sequins inside the pleats. The beauty
Valentino Boutique Jacket and Dress 80s
By Valentino
Located in Rubiera, RE
Valentino Boutique vintage 80s Damask red silk with black polka dots dress suit 100% silk Size 12US
Valentino Two-Row Costume Pearl Necklace, 1980s
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Two-row costume pearl necklace assembled with knots, with a golden metal and rhinestone
1980s Valentino Black Devore Evening Blouse
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Valentino black devoré blouse from the 1980s. A floral pattern with a ruched style turtle neckline
1980s Valentino Tan Cropped Duffle Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Valentino sheared fur lined quilted mini duffle style jacket in beige poplin. Feminine gathered
Valentino Large Jet and Pave Lizard
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Large jet and pave set lizard by Valentino, Italy. Beautifully detailed work with pave crystal
Valentino 1980s Black Leather Jacket and Skirt Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Black leather jacket and skirt ensemble by Valentino from the 1980s. The jacket features a mandarin
1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Valentino clip-on earrings totally made in Italy with Crystal Swarovski Stones still with
1980s Valentino clip-on earrings still with original tags
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino really vintage clip-on earrings totally made in Italy with Crystal Swarovski Stones
Valentino Boutique vintage black & red velvet skirt
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino Boutique vintage black and red velvet skirt Fully lined Fastens on the side with a
Vintage Valentino Wool Jacket
By Valentino, Valentino Miss V
Located in London, GB
A great vintage jacket for Fall / Winter by Valentino, Miss V. The jacket has a cut away collar, a
1986 Valentino Red Dress with Jeweled collar
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Documented 1986 Valentino Red Salmon Silk Crepe Dress with brooch on the collar and waist
1980s Valentino Blush Rose Silk Lace Blouse
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
The most stunning 1980s Valentino blouse in a beautiful blush rose color pink silk in an Argyll
$248Sale Price|20% Off
Abito anni90 Carisma Valentino, nuovo con cartellino
By Valentino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Abito a quadretti sui toni del celeste Carisma, linea anni90 di Valentino. Spalline, mezza chiusura
Vintage Valentino Black Cashmere Sweater with Bow
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic 80s Valentino cashmere blend black sweater with large silk bow. Ruffle sleeve with velvet trim
V. Valentino 1980s Black Floral Jacquard Sculpted Evening Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Elegante giacca da sera V. Valentino risalente agli anni ’80, realizzata in Italia in raffinato
Valentino Brooch in Gilded Metal and Rhinestones
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino (Made in Italy) Brooch in gilded metal and rhinestones. Additional information
Gilt Metal
1980's VALENTINO black pleated strapless dress
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, pleated , silk mini dress from Valentino Boutique dating to the early 1980's. Fits a
Valentino "Whimsical Swirls & Bursting Florals" Silk Scarf
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino wonderful "Whimsical Swirls & Bursting Florals" silk scarf with hand-rolled edges
$208Sale Price|59% Off
Valentino Miss V Green white pois Dress
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino Miss V Green white pois Dress Totally made in italy in italian size range 46
1980s Valentino Blue and White Graphic Sweater
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fun 1980s Valentino graphic sweater inspired by Henri Matisse. Cobalt blue with various large
Valentino Silk Scarf with Hand-Rolled Edges
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino's wonderfully elegant silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges measuring
Red double breasted wool coat VALENTINO BOUTIQUE
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red double breasted wool coat. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably rayon. Raglan sleeve. Button and buttonhole closure on the front. Pocket flap ( but no pocket, onl...
Valentino Boutique Silk Ruffle Neck Blouse 1980s
By Valentino Couture, Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk charmeuse blouse shirt by Valentino. It buttons on the side front with
Valentino Pink Skirt Suit With Ostrich Skirt Hem
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with this playful Valentino pink skirt suit. The vintage ostrich feather skirt
The mononymously known Italian designer Valentino Clemente Ludovico Garavani (b. 1932) is renowned for his fashion house of romantic styles and feminine shapes that he founded in Rome in 1960. Valentino dresses, skirts and other apparel captured the hearts of many of Italy’s wealthiest ladies in the couturier’s early days and led to commissions from Babe Paley, Gloria Guinness, Jayne Wrightsman and others on the international best-dressed list (when it still meant something). They sought out Valentino for gorgeous gowns, jackets, elegant daytime wear and even when they needed wedding dresses.
An early fascination with fashion developed when Valentino attended the theater as a child and was dazzled by the evening gowns on stage. While a teenager in Voghera, Lombardy, he studied under Italian designer Ernestina Salvadeo and soon moved to Paris, where he trained at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne. Valentino spent time apprenticing under haute couturiers Jean Dessès and Guy Laroche, learning how to design and construct high fashion while also thinking about how to strike out on his own.
In 1959, Valentino returned to Italy, and a year later, he opened his own salon, soon joining with longtime professional and personal partner Giancarlo Giammetti. It was located on Rome’s trendy Via Condotti and modeled after the French maisons. One of his earliest clients was Elizabeth Taylor, who discovered Valentino while she was in Rome filming Cleopatra and ordered the white dress that she wore to the premiere of Spartacus.
When the designer launched his first couture line in 1962 with its fiery red colors, it was internationally celebrated, with Valentino soon attiring fashion trendsetters including Princess Margaret and Audrey Hepburn. He formed an especially close friendship with Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, for whom he designed numerous dresses. Luxurious drapery with fine needlework, bold uses of color and dramatic flourishes would define Valentino fashion across the decades.
As a fashion house, Valentino is best known for its signature Valentino Red color, though one of its iconic lines is the monochromatic “no colour” collection for which the designer won the Neiman Marcus Award in 1967. (The collection also debuted his trademark “V.”) The white dresses and beige dresses led to a demand for Valentino wedding gowns, with clients including Elizabeth Taylor, Jennifer Lopez and Anne Hathaway.
Valentino retired from his fashion empire in 2007, with Alessandra Facchinetti and then the duo Maria Grazia Chiuri (who departed in 2016) and Pierpaolo Piccioli succeeding him as creative directors. But Valentino still steps out of retirement for special occasions, such as designing a wedding gown for Princess Madeleine of Sweden in 2013.
Today, the brand offers a range of collections that include the Valentino Garavani line and REDValentino, a diffusion line that is aimed at a younger audience. The house has expanded far beyond women’s haute couture and prêt-à-porter to encompass various lines of accessories, including shoes, sunglasses, scarves and perfume.
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