Valentino Black Bow Rhinestone Dress - IT 44 L
By Valentino
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in stunning style with this exquisite Valentino Black Dress! This sophisticated dress
Valentino Black Bow Rhinestone Dress - IT 44 L
By Valentino
Located in Krakow, PL
Step out in stunning style with this exquisite Valentino Black Dress! This sophisticated dress
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
Valentino Black Suede Rhinestone Beaded Bow Tote
By Valentino
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Valentino Black Suede Rhinestone Beaded Tote in good condition. Black suede exterior trimmed with
RED Valentino Black Sequin Leather Bow Clutch
By Valentino
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RED Valentino Black Sequin Leather Bow Clutch in excellent condition. Double sided sequin body
Valentino F/W 2005 Black silk bow cocktail dress
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Valentino Garavani - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 2005 - Little black cocktail
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 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
1984 Valentino Garavani Runway Rhinestone Beaded Bow Night Black Fox Fur Scarf
By Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
sumptuous black fox fur. It features a black bugle beaded bow and crystal rhinestone eyes, adding a touch of
Valentino Women Bow Tie Blazer US 6 Black Wool Asymmetrical Jacket Coat
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior - Tagged size 6 - No fabric tag feels like wool Condition: The jacket is in
Black satin high heels sandals with rhinestone bow Valentino Garavani
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin high heels sandals with rhinestone bow on a gold metal base. Shoe Size : 38 ( It) 39
$528Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO black cream wool blend bow black strapless jumpsuit IT40 S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO black cream wool blend bow black strapless jumpsuit IT40 S Reference: GEGG/A00113 Brand
$1,123
Size: 46 (It) 42 (Fr) but fit M
Black and off-white silk cocktail dress with bow print VALENTINO
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and off-white cocktail dress with bow print. Branded main fabric: 100% silk. Lining: 100
F/W 1985 Valentino Garavani Runway Black Velvet White Satin Bow Midi Dress
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
bust, accented by a perfectly placed bow at the lower back. Complementing this design is a black velvet
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 8
F/W 1985 Valentino Garavani Night Black Velvet Corset Mini Dress Rhinestone Bows
By Valentino, Valentino Night
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black velvet Valentino Night mini dress. From the F/W 1985 collection, this dress was
Plastic flip-flop with black lace print and bow Valentino Garavani
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Plastic flip-flop with black lace print and bow . SHOE SIZE 37 (Eu) 6 (US)
Valentino Top One Shoulder Ruffle and Bow Trim M
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Valentino one shoulder top with ruffle and bow trim in silk. Black knit fitted
Valentino Womens Back Bow Tie Mini Dress Size IT 40 Black Wool Silk Above Kneee
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior with two mini bows in the back - Tagged size 40 - Made of 65% wool 35% silk
$1,248Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO red Rosette ruffle boned bust black bow belt midi gown IT40 S
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO red Rosette ruffle boned bust black bow belt midi gown IT40 S Reference: CC/A00461 Brand
Vintage Valentino Black Silk Embellished Lace Green Bow Dress Gown US 8
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
). A-line style, Top embellished with green and black beads, Finished with corset, Attached green bow
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden
1980's navy blue satin dress with bow and black beads fringes Valentino Couture
By Valentino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1980's navy blue satin dress with bow and black beads fringes
VALENTION black silk PUSSY BOW Blouse 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino long-sleeve plastron collar pussy bow blouse in black silk (100%) and
$157Sale Price|25% Off
RED VALENTINO black multi lace stiff bow embellished strapless dress
By REDValentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO black multi lace stiff bow embellished strapless dress Reference: GEGG/A00109 Brand
$147Sale Price|30% Off
RED VALENTINO black viscose virgin wool XL bow high waist shorts IT38 XS
By REDValentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO black viscose virgin wool XL bow high waist shorts IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00369
Valentino Jersey Bow Silk Cotton Vintage Black
By Valentino
Located in Brindisi, IT
Valentino Nightgown cotton crew neck. Black stretch model. There are snowflakes on the shoulder in
Valentino Black Rubber Bow Rockstud Thong Flats Size 35
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A perfect blend of luxury style and comfort these designer flats are made using quality materials and frame your feet in the most refined way. They can be paired with a host of outfi...
Valentino Black Satin Fur Bow Ankle Strap Sandals Size 38
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Valentino's classy take on footwear is captured in this design. The sandals are wonderfully crafted
Valentino Black Skirt Suit With Unique Jacket With Bow & Buckle
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This is a vintage Valentino black wool crepe jacket and skirt suit with incredible style and
Unavailable
Size: equivalent S / M - See measures
VALENTINO "New" Black Cream Silk Wool Crêpe Bow Dress - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO black wool and silk crêpe, cream shoulders, bow in front, velvet hems dress - Unworn
Vintage Valentino 100% silk black sheer bow night gown
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Valentino 100% silk black sheer bow night gown reminds us of an era when women lounged in
Valentino Black Satin And PVC Bow Open Toe Slingback Sandals Size 39.5
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chic, elegant and perfect for a host of occasions, these sandals by Valentino will elevate all your
Unavailable
1980's Valentino Sweater with Cutout Bows
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is made of soft black wool with large openwork bows that extend from the front and around the
Valentino Garavani 2008 Documented Black Silk Crepe Evening Dress w Satin Bow
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
dress is in a fine black silk crepe fabric with silk satin around the shoulders that forms a lovely bow
Unavailable
Size: equivalent S / M - see measures
VALENTINO "New" Haute Couture White Bow Pleated Black Silk Dress Gown - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO Haute Couture, one shoulder strap with white bow, vertical white left side stripe
Valentino Beige/Black Leather and Patent Bow Pointed Toe Pumps Size 38.5
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
the season or trend. Choose pairs like this one by Valentino. Its a simple sophisticated design with a
Valentino Black Garavani Velvet Bow High Heels Open Toe Pumps VG-S0930P-0377
By Valentino
Located in Downey, CA
Valentino Black Garavani Velvet Bow High Heels Open Toe Pumps VG-S0930P-0377 Sought after by every
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 2.37 in L 9.85 in
Valentino Women luxury Hand bag with bow beige/black 7WB00821-ATEJ03-N17
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Karlsfeld, DE
Item number 7WB00821-ATEJ03-N17 Color beige/black Material black-white teju leather Lining leather
Red Valentino Black Jersey Contrast Bow Detail Raw Edged Top S
By REDValentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Beautifully made, this RED Valentino top is designed with a round neck, short sleeves and a
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 9.2 in D 2 in
Valentino Garavani Vintage Black nappa leather bow clutch purse / shoulder bag
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Valentino Garavani, Black nappa leather clutch purse, shoulder bag with tied bow
Valentino Black Nuage Bow Shoulder Bag
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black patent leather Nuage Bow shoulder bag by Valentino. Dual shoulder straps
Valentino Black Leather Bow Ankle Boots
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black round-toe leather ankle boots by Valentino. Bow accents at backs. Zip
VALENTINO Black White Houndstooth Silk Bow Tie
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO bow tie in a black & white houndstooth silk featuring an adjustable fit. Very Good Pre
VALENTINO Black White Houndstooth Silk Bow Tie
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO bow tie comes in a black & white houndstooth silk featuring a adjustable fit. Very Good
Valentino Black Patent Bow Slingback Heels - 36.5
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These Valentino heels are black patent leather. They feature a peeptoe, slingback design, and bow
Valentino Black Cotton Silk Bow Casual Shirt
By Valentino
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Valentino women's cotton crew-neck sweater. Black color stretch model, 100% micromodal 100% silk
Valentino Black and Ivory Sleeveless Bow Dress - 10
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Valentino wool blend dress is a timeless piece. The black dress is sleeveless with an ivory
Valentino Ivory & Black Bow Bodice Gown - 8
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Ivory & Black Bow Bodice Gown - 8. This down is in excellent condition and has a very
Valentino Black and Pink Silk Gown with Bow
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Valentino Black and Pink Sleeveless Silk Gown with Bows. Size IT42 fit US 6 measurement
Valentino Black Lace Over Nude Signature Bow Bustier Top
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
overlays nude. Black trademark Valentino pleated bow adorn the front left side. Interior underwire and
VALENTINO black JERSEY BOW Long Sleeves Maxi Dress 8
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
Valentino bow-neck long dress in black jersey (tag is missing). Closes with hook and invisible
Black velvet and off-white silk bow Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and off-white silk bow
1980s VALENTINO Black Velvet Long sleeve Gown with Gold Bow
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1987 Chic Valentino Black Velvet long sleeve gown with silk lame bow and exaggerated collar and
VALENTINO black viscose & cotton BOW Short Sleeve Blouse Shirt S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino top in black viscose (53%) and cotton (47%). Features a bow at the hemline
Valentino Tan, Black, and Pink Print Nylon Bow Tote
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Valentino tote is tan, black, and pink nylon. It features two black handles and a large bow on
Valentino Black and Ivory Strapless Jumper with a Bow, Size 10
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This fun Valentino jumper is black with an ivory trim and large bow on the back. It is slighted
VALENTINO cream & black silk 2025 POLKA DOT BOW CROPPED Jacket 42 M
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino jacket in cream shantung silk (100%) adorned with classic black polka dots
VALENTINO Size 8 Black Patent Leather Bow D'Orsay Platform Pumps
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO d'orsay pumps come in high gloss patent leather and feature a covered platform, peep toe
VALENTINO Size M Black Lave Back Off Shoulder Bow Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO bodycon dress comes in a light weight ribbed stretch material with a wide neckline
Valentino Nite-Out Bow Embellished Satin Pumps
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Valentino Nite-Out Bow Embellished Satin Pumps Black satin heels crafted in Italy and
S/S 1993 Valentino Garavani Runway Black White Stripe Bow Dress
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a black and white Valentino mini dress. From the Spring/Summer 1993
Valentino Garavani Black Bow Hem Mini Dress Size L
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Valentino
Valentino Garavani Black Bow Hem Mini Dress Size L
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Valentino
VALENTINO Size S Black Wool Cream Silk Lace Shoulder Bow Dress Top
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
This gorgeous VALENTINO camisole top features a black wool knit tube bodice with thick cream silk
Valentino Technocouture Black Wool Asymmetric Bow Mini Dress Size XS
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
this used Valentino designer resale item. Details Black Wool Asymmetrical Dress Shoulder bow
Valentino Black Patent Bow Accent Slingback Heels Size IT 38
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to heels is evident on this used Valentino designer
VALENTINO black SEQUIN COWL NECK SLEEVELESS NECK BOW Shirt Top 44 L
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
Valentino sequins cowl-neck tank top in black viscose (100%). Ties at the front with wide ribbon
Valentino Garavani Black Suede Bow Heeled Boots Shoes Size 38.5
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Rome, Rome
Valentino Garavani black suede boot. It features zip fastening and bow deteailing on the upper part
VALENTINO Garavani bag hobo shoulder snakeskin signature bow
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely fabulous jet black Python Valentino Garavani bag. Large plush signature bow on the
Black leather pleated bag with leather pleated bow Valentino Garavani
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather pleated bag with leather pleated bow. Ivory satin lining. Dustbag provided. SIZE 30
RED VALENTINO coat jet black chic 3/4 sleeve bold bow 40 6
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic RED VALENTINO jet black knee length coat. Fabulously chic with draped 3/4
Valentino Garavani Black Bow Appliqué Tweed Jacket Size XL
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Garavani designer resale item. Details Black Tweed Blazer Front bow detail Hook fastening Round
Valentino Black Silk Floral Red Bow Short Waist Shirt 1980s
By Valentino Miss V, Valentino
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Valentino Miss V 80's vintage women's shirt. Short pattern at the waist, 100% silk, black with
Valentino Shoe Pump Signature Studded Leather Bow 39 / 9
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black leather pump. Black leather pump with stunning studded bow
VALENTINO Black 3/4 Dress W. Crossover Ruffled Bow Detail Sz. 4
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
VALENTINO Black 3/4 Dress W. Crossover Ruffled Bow Detail Sz. 4 Made in Italy Materials tag is
Valentino Garavani Black Wool Bow Detail Long Sleeve Top Size XS
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
sleeves on this used Valentino Garavani designer resale item. Details Black Wool Top
Valentino 2 Pc. Black and White Silk Tweed Skirt Suit w/ Bow
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming 2 piece skirt suit from Valentino. It is made of a 100% silk black and white
VALENTINO Size M Toile Iconographe Khaki Black Monogram Cotton Bow Long Sleeve Shirt
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO long sleeve shirt in a khaki and black cotton woven fabric featuring an all over Toile
Valentino Garavani Black Bow Accent Wedge Sandals Size IT 39
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
mild discolouration on this used Valentino Garavani designer resale item. Details Black
Valentino Garavani Black Bow Accent Wedge Sandals Size IT 39
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
mild discolouration on this used Valentino Garavani designer resale item. Details Black Patent
Valentino Garavani Red Valentino Purple Wool Bow Detail Top Size XS
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
designer resale item. Details Red Valentino Purple Wool Top Bow detail Turtleneck Long sleeves
VALENTINO Roma Vintage beige silk elastane knit black bow vest top IT46 L
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO Roma Vintage beige silk elastane knit black bow vest top IT46 L Reference: JYLM/A00003
Blush Pink & White Antique Lace Patchwork Gown
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW ATELIER Blush Pink & White Antique Lace Patchwork Gown Overall length: 53 in. Garment width: in. US:
1980s Vintage GUCCI Micro Satin Bamboo Evening Chain Bag Purple Mini
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI micro two-way evening handbag is crafted of silk satin in purple and a bamboo handle featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap magnetic bamboo snap closure opens t...
Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Golden jewelry. Zip closure. The interior is in golden leather. Serial number: BSXAB912T In very good condition. Slight wear and tear on one of the flowers and on the border along th...
$225
H 4.5 in D 2.25 in L 7 in
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black matte satin egg shaped clutch - shoulder bag c 1980s The elegant black satin evening bag is adorned with a cluster of clear diamante' crystals encrusted in ...
$6,999
Size: 31Lx3Wx13H CM Handledrop 22 CM
UNWORN VALENTINO Rare Exotic Lizard Skin Evening Crystal Clutch Bag - Full Set
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Switzerland, CH
Extremely rare and special VALENTINO evening bag Made of finest exotic lizard skin Wonderful green colors Bejeweled with Swarovski crystals, intact "Snake" opening the bag So versati...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
Esther Bright Orange Fur Clam Shape Hat with Black Feather and Rhinestones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Esther hat is composed of a bright orange fur and features a black feather with rhinestone detail. In excellent vintage condition, there is some slight discoloration from dust (...
$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
New With Tags Valentino Fall 2018 Python Evening Bag Minaudière $2975
By Valentino
Located in Conroe, TX
Valentino Minaudière $2975 Fall 2018 New With Tags & Box Python and Leather Exterior Gold-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Shoulder Strap Leather Lining Push-Lock Closure at Top Shoulder S...
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Velvet GG Logo Exotic Lizard Skin Horsebit XXL Clutch Bag Y2K
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A Gucci by Tom Ford Evening Bag, from the early-mid 2000s Y Limited Edition only sold in selected Gucci flagship stores Beautiful eggplant velvet with the famous GG logo monogram Ex...
UNWORN Exotic Fendi Embroidered Sequin Mini Croissant Bag - Special Piece
By Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Special Piece! Stunning Mini Croissant Bag by Fendi Champagne-colored satin is beautifully embroidered with sequins & pearls FF Logo buckle closure Exotic snakeskin trimming Adju...
GUCCI Unworn Black Exotic Ostrich Skin Horsebit Flap Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Black Gucci Flap Bag A timeless Gucci piece Signature horsebit detail Luxurious black ostrich skin Fully lined with suede skin One inner pocket Mat-golden hardware Detacha...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover another classic vintage Fendi baguette with rare feathe...
$1,595
H 4.75 in W 3.25 in
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....
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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