1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo
Vintage Valentino black velvet and wool skirt
By Valentino
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Valentino boutique black velvet and wool skirt. It is a knee length, pencil
1980's Valentino Black Velvet and Crepe Gown
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gorgeous black velvet and crepe Valentino gown from the 1980’s. The gown has a slit neckline that
Valentino F/W 2003 Black Velvet 20s Inspired Beaded Gatsby Maxi Dress Gown US 8
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Valentino Black Velvet Beaded Maxi Dress Gown F/W 2003 Runway Collection US size - 8 Black velvet
Valentino Jet Black Velvet Crystal Snake Embroidery Anniversary Fitted Top US 6
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
A dramatic and collectible Valentino black velvet long-sleeve fitted top featuring a striking
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
Valentino "Boutique" black silk with velvet accent skirt
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino black silk satin skirt has black pleated ribbon accents on the front. The skirt is fully
1980s Valentino Grey Skirt Suit with Black Velvet Collar
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
single button blazer with an interesting black velvet collar detail. The rounded hem of the blazer mimics
Valentino Tiered Black Silk Skirt with Velvet Polka Dots
By Valentino Night, Valentino
Located in New Hope, PA
This black silk Valentino skirt is embellished with black velvet polka dots. The skirt has a
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon
Valentino Important Evening Dress in Black Velvet and Silk
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
has the original label. The dress is made of a very elegant black velvet and consists of a one
Black silk velvet and wool pencil skirt Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk velvet and wool pencil skirt. Zip and hook&eye on the left side. Split on the left side
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
Valentino Vintage Black Leather Skirt with Velvet Panel, Size 42
By Valentino
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive items, view our frontstore Valentino black leather skirt with a vertical
$3,175
Size: 42 (Fr) 10 (Us) M/L
Black velvet and jersey evening dress with rhinestone Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and jersey evening dress with rhinestone embellishment. No fabric composition tag but
1980's Black Velvet Valentino Cocktail Dress With Jersey Sash
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Long sleeve black velvet Valentino cocktail dress from the 1980's with a jersey sash detail. The
Valentino 1990s Black Wool Jacket with Velvet Neck, Size 42, Women's
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino black wool jacket A totally made in italy black wool jacket, velvet neck totally made in
Valentino Black Silk and Velvet Dress with Coat - 10 - Circa 1980s
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Black Silk and Velvet Dress with Coat - 10 - Circa 80's This spectacular and timeless
Valentino Miss V Black Velvet and Sheer Silk Cocktail Dress
By Valentino, Valentino Miss V
Located in Milano, IT
in deep black velvet, contrasted by sheer silk organza sleeves and upper bodice, revealing an elegant
$550
Size: Fits a 2-6 (27.5" waist)
1980's VALENTINO black wool coat and matching skirt with velvet detail
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black wool coat and matching skirt with velvet detail designed by Valentino dating to the 1980's
$476Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Valentino Garavani 'Les Sacs' Black Velvet Beaded 'V' Logo Mini Bag
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black velvet and beaded Valentino evening bag. From the 1990s, this beautiful mini
Black velvet cocktail dress with a deep V lace neckline Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet cocktail dress with a deep V lace neckline. Lace on the top part of the sleeve
Vintage Valentino Black Wool + Velvet Sz 4 Leaf Motif High Waisted Pencil Skirt
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Not just your basic black skirt! This 1990s / 90s black virgin wool vintage VALENTINO high waisted
Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino Night
Located in Montgomery, TX
A rare and striking vintage evening gown from Valentino Night, rendered in sumptuous black velvet
NEW VALENTINO ruffled green velvet midi runway dress, 2016
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Lush green velvet midi dress with ruffled neckline from Valentino exactly as seen on the fall 2016
VALENTINO red pink velvet lipstick beaded applique black hoodie S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO red pink velvet lipstick beaded applique black hoodie S Reference: MECG/A00058 Brand
1997 Valentino Brown and Lilac Devore Velvet and Lace Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This Valentino Boutique dress is crafted from a lightweight silk-mix devoré fabric. We have seen
90s VALENTINO RUNWAY Black Silk Gown
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1993 Valentino Black V neck silk and velvet gown. ( runway picture attached) Bust” 36” / Waist: 26
VALENTINO Size 32 Navy Wool Mohair Velvet Stripe Pleated Button Fly Dress Pants
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO dress pants in a navy wool mohair fabric featuring velvet side stripes, pleated design
Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW
By Alexander McQueen, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen 2009 romantic fantasy holiday gown. Strapless bodice fashioned of rich black
80s Valentino Black Velvet Column Gown with Rouched Cream Bodice
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Valentino Black Velvet Column Gown with Rouched Cream Bodice. Structured interior bodice with
Valentino Black Velvet Vest
By Valentino
Located in Birmingham, AL
Dressy black velvet vest from the Valentino "Night" collection, circa 1980's. Well-made with
VALENTINO Black Velvet & Pleated Taffeta Dress
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is a super sexy Valentino gown. * It has a deep plunging neckline with light gathering on
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VALENTINO "New" Black Velvet Waistband Collar and Cuffs Silk Red Dress - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO black Velvet Waistband Collar and Cuffs, Silk Red Dress - Unworn, New. SIZE: equivalent
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VALENTINO "New" Black Velvet Corsage Striped Shirt Lamé Silk Skirt - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO black velvet corsage, more striped shirt alternative, lamé silk skirt, 3 pcs - Unworn
Valentino Sheat Black Silk Velvet Italian Dress, 1980
By Valentino
Located in Brindisi, IT
Valentino 1980's vintage evening gown dress, with relief velvet accents on the front, transparent
Vintage Valentino diamond black velvet cocktail dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Valentino diamond black velvet cocktail dress has dainty pockets at the waist of the dress
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70s VALENTINO VELVET SET
By Valentino
Located in Miami Beach, FL
CLASS ACT
1990s Valentino Black Wool and Velvet Jacket Double Breasted
By Valentino
Located in Brindisi, IT
collar is lined with velvet. Excellent vintage condition - Colour: Black Size: 44 (IT) / 40 (FR
Unavailable
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VALENTINO "New" Couture Sequins Silk Velvet Black Gown Dress - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO "New" Couture, sequins, one shoulder strap, velvet black gown dress - Unworn. SIZE
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VALENTINO "New" Black Cashmere Jacket Collar Velvet Skirt Suit - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO black cashmere embellished collar jacket velvet wool skirt suit - Unworn, New .. SIZE
Valentino Black Wool Crepe And Velvet Evening Dress, Circa 1980's
By Valentino
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Valentino, Circa 1980's black wool crepe, button front, faux pocket and pleated skirt evening dress
1990's Vintage Valentino Night Purple Flounce Silk and Black Velvet Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dating between 1986-1991 this Valentino Night skirt has an opulent black velvet skirt with a
Vintage Valentino Garavani Boutique Vintage Hat Rare Style Cap in Black Velvet
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
rows of topstitching and a pretty bow in the back. The hat is made of black velvet and is marked as a
Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet Skirt Suit With Satin Trim Size 6
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful Valentino Boutique black velvet skirt suit with a pencil skirt and belted
Valentino 1980s Silk & Black Velvet Dress with Pockets Size 4.
By Valentino, Valentino Night
Located in Atlanta, GA
Night by Valentino 1980s blue / purple silk with black velvet sleeves & neckline dress with pockets
Valentino Garavani Vintage Velvet "Corset" Belt. Size 70
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Realy ncie Vintage Belt from valentino. Size 70. closing by pression buttons.
1980s VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Silk Velvet And Organdy Evening Dress
By Valentino
Located in Milan, Italy
This stunning Valentino Boutique 1980s evening dress is in silk velvet and transparent organdy
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
Valentino Size 6 Black Wool Velvet 1/2 Moon Opera Coat Vintage - 2217-14-6819
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gianni Versace makes Fall dressing shine with this vintage black leather bomber style jacket with
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VALENTINO "New" Haute Couture Velvet Corsage Silk Flounced Gown Dress - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO Haute Couture Velvet Black Corsage Silk Flounced Black Gown Dress - Unworn, New. SIZE
Vintage 1970s Valentino Novelty Acorn Print Velvet Swing Jacket & Maxi Skirt Set
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Valentino’s work is timeless and dramatic. This early Valentino boutique creation, dating back to
1990s Valentino Black velvet jacket
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Valentino Black velvet jacket. Medium size
Valentino Black Velvet Skirt
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Black velvet skirt with a silk lining. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR
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 Velvet Jacket
By Valentino
Located in New Hope, PA
This gorgeous inky black velvet jacket from Valentino has a strong Oriental design influence
Valentino Black Velvet & Lace Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage black velvet and lace dress by Valentino. Stand collar. Long sleeves
Valentino Black Velvet Rockstud Spike Bag
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Valentino Rockstud Spike model bag made of black velvet with silver hardware. Equipped with top
VALENTINO BLACK VELVET/METALLIC GOLD JACKET
By Valentino
Located in Alford, MA
black velvet for the body is bordered by black velvet edging all around and defines the curved slash
Vintage Valentino Cocktail Black Velvet Bustier Top and Skirt Ensemble
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and fun Late 80s Vintage Valentino black velvet bustier top with feathers and rhinestones
Valentino Multicolor Plaid Tweed Blazer
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage multicolor plaid tweed blazer by Valentino. Black velvet collar. Peak
Valentino cage cocktail dress 1980s
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the 1989s, Valentino black velvet & net and ribbon cage cocktail dress...Black silk velvet
Valentino Pleated Velvet Skirt
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful velvet masterfully shaped into a full yet flattering skirt.
Valentino Night Black Velvet Evening Top Silver & Black Sequins
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely evening top from Valentino night. It is a blouson style made of black velvet with
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
Black quilted velvet jacket with decorative buttons Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black quilted velvet jacket with decorative buttons and zip in the middle front. SIZE 40 (Fr) L (Us)
Valentino Boutique Velvet Dress - '90s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
From Autumn Winter 1991 collection, this Valentino Boutique Velvet Dress features a fitted
VALENTINO black QUILTED VELVET ROCKSTUD SPIKE 90 Pumps Shoes 38
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino Spike pumps in black quilted velvet. Distinguished by its signature
VALENTINO Size 6 Black Velvet Silk Piping Straight Leg Jeans
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO jeans come in plush black velvet and feature silk satin piping, simulated pockets, light
VALENTINO Size 4 Black Velvet Collar Plaid Skirt Vintage Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage VALENTINO BOUTIQUE dress features a double breasted twill top with a velvet collar and
Valentino Garavani Red Valentino Black Lace Velvet Panel Top Size L
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the top is evident on this used Red Valentino
Valentino Boutique Black Velvet Shift Dress-Circa 90's
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet Shift Dress with Ivory Satin Bow Detail down arm. Circa 90
Valentino Black + White flocked Velvet dress with Lace detail
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino black and white cut velvet on chiffon Victorian inspired dress with chantilly lace
Valentino Night black velvet and gold sequined cocktail dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino Night 20's inspired dropped waist velvet cocktail dress. Dress bodice is plain
Valentino Houndstooth Coat with Velvet Accents
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Valentino coat. The coat is 3/4 length and features velvet accents. There is a double
VALENTINO Vintage black wool velvet trim faceted button jacket UK10 M
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO Vintage black wool velvet trim faceted button jacket UK10 M Reference: BMPA/A00276 Brand
Vintage Valentino Boutique Burgundy Velvet Top
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A lovely vintage velvet top by Valentino , Boutique line. The top has a zip central back opening
1980S VALENTINO Black Silk Velvet & Ruched Satin One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
VALENTINO Black Silk Velvet & Ruched Satin One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
VALENTINO black patent leather & white VELVET T-BAR Pumps Shoes 37.5
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino T-Bar pumps in white velvet and black patent leather. Close with a buckle
Valentino Night Black Velvet Red Green Purple Striped Silk Gown, 1990s
By Valentino, Valentino Night
Located in Boca Raton, FL
velvet and bold pops of colors with a folksy style. Dating between 1986-1991 this Valentino Night label
1970's Valentino Black Silk Velvet Evening Coat w/Pleated Silk Trim
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Valentino Boutique black silk velvet evening coat with knife-pleated silk taffeta trim at
Valentino 2pc Black Velvet Jacket and Skirt Set, Circa 1980
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous black velvet floral print jacket and skirt set by Valentino, from the 1980's
Valentino Colourful Abstract Printed Velvet Trousers 4
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino colourful abstract printed black velvet trousers. Narrow purple linen waist band trouser
Valentino Velvet and Wool Crepe Belted Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino, black wool crepe and velvet, belted cocktail dress. Dress has a fitted, sleeveless
Grey wool double-breasted coat with collar and cuffs in black velvet Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey wool double-breasted coat with collar and cuffs in black velvet
1970s Valentino Black Silk Blouse and Navy Velvet Maxi Skirt Set w/Acorn Print
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Valentino black long sleeved silk blouse w/acorn and red berry cluster print. The blouse has
Valentino Silk-trimmed Velvet Pyjama Blouse Pants Set Suit
By Valentino
Located in Krakow, PL
Velvet is this season's most coveted fabric. Valentino takes a relaxed approach with this plush
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2006 Silk Ivory Corset Knee-Length Dress Bride Bridal Wedding
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
So amazing to wear as a part of your wedding festivities ceremonies Roberto Cavalli Vintage 2006 Warm toned ivory Silk blend Has stretch Gold hardware Deep plunge v-neck Adjustable c...
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
1980s Ann Lawrence Vintage Metallic Gold and Black Beaded Fringe Evening Dress
By Ann Lawrence
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning construction! Vintage metallic gold and black evening dress by Ann Lawrence with a full structured skirt and beaded fringe trim. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure....
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...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
BADGLEY MISCHKA 1997 Vintage Runway Navy Blue Evening Gown
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Runway FW97 Navy blue velvet with beads and crystals Size USA 6 Excellent condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 55, pit to pit 16 to...
Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple purple lambskin-like...
$2,500
Size: USA 8 fits like a 6
VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Vintage Pewter silver color 100% silk Strap can be worn off the shoulder, too Clear crystal accents (one strap can be re-glued/taped/etc) Invisible side zip Size USA 8 fits...
Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE 1985 silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Very similar to the one Cher famously wore to the 1985 MET Gala with Mackie, himself. Sheer bodice with thous...
Chanel Cruise 2015 Black Gold Crystal Strap 15C Midi LBD Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
From Chanel’s Cruise 2015 collection, this elegant little black dress redefines the classic LBD with refined glamour. Cut in a sleek, figure-hugging silhouette, the dress falls to a ...
UNWORN Chanel Tweed & Sequins CC Logo Button Short Coat Jacket Blazer 42
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful CHANEL tweed coat jacket A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Stunning colors A truly versatile piece, can be worn as blazer, jacket or short coa...
Manolo Blahnik Size 41 / 11 Raspberry Pink Patent Leather Strappy High Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MANOLO BLAHNIK raspberry pink patent leather strappy high heels in hard to find Size 41 / US 11 ! Features three adjustable straps with silver / nickel hardware. Leather so...
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
$230Sale Price|20% Off
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...
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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