Valentino Organza Bow Top, SS 2008
By Valentino
Located in Marlborough, GB
Valentino black knit top with silk organza bow, Spring Summer 2008 Stretch fabric in a cotton
Valentino Organza Bow Top, SS 2008
By Valentino
Located in Marlborough, GB
Valentino black knit top with silk organza bow, Spring Summer 2008 Stretch fabric in a cotton
Valentino Couture Black Silk Charmeuse and Organza Strapless Gown, 2008
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet and sultry Valentino gown from their Winter 2008 collection. Tiers of black silk charmeuse
2000s Valentino Pink Beaded Gown with Sheer Panels
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
and was probably a Cruise collection piece. It was certainly designed pre 2008, when Valentino
Valentino lace beige top body shirt
By Valentino Couture
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
by Valentino Garavani and part of Valentino Fashion Group. Since October 2008, the creative director
$16,800Sale Price|20% Off
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress
By Valentino, Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Roberto Cavalli f/w 2008 ballgown as seen on the runway. Fashioned of ivory and black silk. Boasts a
Valentino crepe and chiffon vintage pink dress with golden and swarosky straps
By Valentino Couture
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
. Since October 2008, the creative director is Pierpaolo Piccioli. Alessandra Facchinetti was Valentino
Valentino Runway Red Silk Crepe Evening Dress (Final Collection), Spring 2008
By Valentino
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Valentino, Runway Spring 2008 (Look 79) final collection red silk crepe evening dress with diamanté
Valentino Garavani 2008 Documented Black Silk Crepe Evening Dress w Satin Bow
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful 2008 Valentino evening dress that is the epitome of elegance and refinement
1980s Valentino Couture
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
. He retired in 2008. "Valentino. The name alone evokes classic Hollywood glamour
Valentino Haute Couture Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
film, Valentino: The Last Emperor. He retired in 2008. "Valentino. The name alone evokes classic
Valentino Haute Couture Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
film, Valentino: The Last Emperor. He retired in 2008. "Valentino. The name alone evokes classic
VALENTINO Smart Classic Black Pencil Skirt.
By Valentino
Located in By Appointment Only, GB
VALENTINO Classic Black Pencil Skirt. Valentino Hiver 2008 Collection. Made in Italy. 96% Virgin
1970s Valentino Couture Jacket with Spectacular Embroidered Bee
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
. He retired in 2008. "Valentino was always outrageously extravagant. The fabrics were
Unavailable
Size: 6/8 (larger size in the bust)
Valentino Prêt-å-Porter White Crepe Gown with Embroidered Straps
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
. He retired in 2008. "Valentino jus't can't keep the ladies away." Women's Wear Daily
Unavailable
Size: See Description
Valentino Dead stock Black Satin Evening Jacket & Skirt Suit w stacked sequins
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This is an incredible beaded deadstock Valentino Winter 2008 two piece suit that includes a cap
Valentino Hiver 2008 black & white organza blouse
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Hiver 2008 black & white organza blouse...Modern print in shades of gray to black
VALENTINO A/W 2008 Beige Multicolor Cotton Tweed Princess Coat
By Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
Valentino Autumn/Winter 2008 cotton blend tweed princess coat. Multicolor cotton tweed in shades of
VALENTINO A/W 2008 Charcoal Gray Wool Alpaca Knit Pleated Bell Sleeve Sweater
By Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
Valentino Autumn/Winter 2008 charcoal gray wool / alpaca knit gathered bell sleeve sweater designed
VALENTINO Resort 2008 Off White Wool Peek-A-Boo Lace Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
Valentino Resort 2008 off white wool peek-a-boo cocktail dress. Bateau neckline. Short sleeves
VALENTINO Size 8 Black Mohair Blend Pleated Skirt
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO 'HIVER 2008' skirt comes in a black boucle mohair blend featuring a pleated style, ribbon
VALENTINO Size 10 Black White Virgin Wool Houndstooth Dress Pants
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO 'HIVER 2008' dress pants comes in a black & white houndstooth virgin wool featuring a
Sold
Size: USA 10 fits like an 8
NWT's VALENTINO 2008 Vintage Runway Red Silk Layered Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Vintage Runway Cruise 2008 Iconic Valentino Red color 4 ethereal layers of silk Crepey
Valentino red silk crepe evening dress, ss 2008
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Skof.Archive - Hidden side zip - Inner bustier with side zip - Dramatic side slit - Spring Summer 2008 Size
Valentino Lace Chiffon Sheath Dress 2008 Collection
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lace chiffon sheath dress by Valentino 2008 Collection Sleeveless Deep v-neckline Feather floral
Valentino Prêt-à-Porter Automne Hiver 2008/2009 Ladies Suit.
By Valentino
Located in By Appointment Only, GB
Valentino Prêt-à-Porter Automne Hiver 2008/2009 Ladies Suit. Suit designed by Alessandra
Valentino Fall Winter 2008 Runway Sheer Blouse & Skirt in Blue Silk & Organza
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This stunning blouse and skirt ensemble is from the Valentino Fall Winter 2008 Collection. It was
Valentino black & gold jumpsuit
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
retirement January 23, 2008- Valentino's last haute couture show was presented in Paris at the
Valentino jersey one-shoulder gown
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
retirement January 23, 2008- Valentino's last haute couture show was presented in Paris at the
Valentino 1980's solid sequin sheath
By Valentino, Mario Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
/> January 23, 2008- Valentino's last haute couture show was presented in Paris at the Musée Rodin.
Valentino Couture Black Silk Floral Print Blouse
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
. He retired in 2008. "Valentino sees beauty and harmony in everything he does, from
1968 Valentino Couture Coat with Embroidered V Motif.
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
. He retired in 2008. "Valentino's big theme in his new collection is the letter V
Valentino Garavani Spring Summer 2008 Red Silk Organza Tiered Runway Dress
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This show stopping Valentino red silk Organza dress is from Valentino Garavani's Spring/Summer 2008
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress Size L Gucci knit bodycon midi dress with V-neck and tonal stitching throughout.
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming diagonal stripes on the front and...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Prada by Miuccia Prada Paillette Dress, Circa 1999
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A rare and iconic piece from Prada’s late 90s era, this stunning silk dress is adorned with oversized black sequins that catch the light with every movement, creating a dazzling ef...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress IT 42
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
$3,121
Size: Equivalent French Size 36/38
An Emanuel Ungaro French Evening Dress Numbered 295-5-85 Circa 1985/1990
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1985-1990 Paris Haute Couture A long evening dress in black silk crepe by Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture numbered 295-5-85 around 1985/1990. Superb contrast of the work of pleats...
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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