Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
This vintage 80s Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top adds a touch of luxury to any outfit. The gold
Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
This vintage 80s Valentino Boutique Feather Trim Top adds a touch of luxury to any outfit. The gold
Valentino Resort 2023 Feather Trim Intarsia Tunic
By Valentino
Located in Geneva, CH
This pre-owned but new Valentino tunic is in perfect condition. It features a round neck, long
Valentino Printed Cotton Top With Feather Trimmed Sleeves
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Valentino Printed Cotton Top With Feather Trimmed Sleeves Multicoloured 'Tropical World Arazzo
Valentino Early 00's Floral Lace Feather Sweater
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Valentino Garavani - Sold by Skof.Archive - Black floral lace feathers sweater
VALENTINO Lilac Feather-Trimmed Silk-Cady Wide-Leg Jumpsuit
By Valentino
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Step into luxury with this unforgettable Valentino jumpsuit in “Cherry Blossom” lilac silk-cady
Valentino Colorful Feather Print Dress Gown
By Valentino, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colorful Valentino ethereal Grecian-inspired gown fashioned of feather print silk chiffon in shades
Red Valentino Wool Coat with Animal Feather Sleeves - '10s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Expertly crafted from a luxurious wool blend, the Red Valentino Wool Coat exudes sophistication
VALENTINO blue & white cotton 2024 STRIPED FEATHER TRIM Sweater S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
with tonal feathers, adding a playful, elevated twist. Pair it effortlessly with Valentino
VALENTINO blue cotton 2023 FEATHER TRIM DENIM Shirt 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Valentino shirt is crafted in medium blue cotton chambray denim. Designed with
VALENTINO beaded raffia & feather 2016 GLAM LOCK MINI Shoulder Bag
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Valentino Glam Lock Mini flap shoulder bag is a stunning statement piece
Valentino "Boutique" Black & White Wool Boucle with Feather Accent Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino "Boutique" "Limited Edition" black & white wool boucle with feather detailing double
$1,995Sale Price|28% Off
$2795 New With Tags Valentino Spring 2020 Leather Ostrich Feather Bag
By Valentino
Located in Conroe, TX
Valentino Brand New With Tags Studded & Ostrich Feather Accents $2795 Bucket Bag White Leather
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo
Valentino Sandales EU38 Black Leather and Feathers Sandals Flats Shoes UK5 US7.5
By Valentino
Located in PARIS, FR
Valentino sandals in black leather with wide straps, one of which is mobile and decorated with
VALENTINO white & multi silk 2022 FLORAL FEATHER TRIM PAJAMA Blouse Shirt S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Valentino pajama shirt is crafted in white crepe silk with a vibrant floral and
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO 2024 VGold navy white striped ostrich feather trim sleeve polo top XS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2024 VGold navy white striped ostrich feather trim sleeve polo top XS Reference: AAWC
Valentino Garavani Yellow Feather-Trimmed Sequinned Mini Dress Size XXS
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 Attributed Black & White Feather Trim Floral Print Silk Skirt Set 6-8
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino skirt set is composed of a black and white silk chiffon with a floral pattern
2020 Valentino Resort Floral Silk Dress with Feather Hem
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in London, GB
This eye-catching mini-dress is from Valentino’s Resort 2020 collection. Created during Pierpaolo
New Valentino Garavani Calf Leather Feather Print Knee Boots Italian 39
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Valentino Garavani Leather Feather Print Boots Italian size 39 - US 9 100% Calf Leather
$2,208Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO 2023 baby pink silk sequin ostrich feather mini skirt IT40 S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2023 baby pink silk sequin ostrich feather mini skirt IT40 S Reference: AAWC/A01396 Brand
$1,709Sale Price|35% Off
rare VALENTINO PP Pink wool feather embellished mixed cable knit sweater XS
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VALENTINO PP Pink wool feather embellished mixed cable knit sweater XS Reference: AAWC/A00655
$562Sale Price|25% Off
VALENTINO UNDERCOVER wool cashmere feather Wrap Me Free Me See Me sweater XS
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO UNDERCOVER wool cashmere feather Wrap Me Free Me See Me sweater XS Reference: AAWC/A00239
Black Valentino Couture feather T-shirt.
Located in Carnate, IT
Black Valentino Couture feather T-shirt. 100% viscose. Size 8, fits a 38 IT. Shoulders: 38 cm
Black Valentino T-Shirt Couture Embellished Cap Sleeve Top Size US 4
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Black embellished cap sleeve top by Valentino T-Shirt Couture. Ruffle, feather
1970s Valentino 'Pajama' Ensemble with Feathered Ruff
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino haute couture silk two piece ensemble from the 1970s with a finely pleated neckline and a
Valentino Boutique Feather Collar Grey Sweater, circa 1980s
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Adorable wool sweater from Valentino Boutique -Dated to 1980's -Has two buttons on the back -Hand
Valentino Black Leather And Ostrich Feather Rockstud Handle Strap
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Amp up your designer bags with this chic creation by Valentino. This handle strap is elevated with
Valentino Red Gown with Open Back and Red Feathers
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Valentino red gown with an open back, gathered waist band and feathers and small beads
Valentino White Leather and Feather Backnet Sneakers Size 35.5
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Add a statement appeal to your outfit with these sneakers. Made from premium materials they feature lace up vamps and relaxing footbeds. The durable sole of this pair aims to provide...
1970s VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Red Silk One Shoulder Ostrich Feathers Long Dress
By Valentino
Located in Milan, Italy
This gorgeous late 1970s VALENTINO BOUTIQUE one shoulder dress is in red organdy silk and has
Grey Silk Valentino long gloves with black feathers - For Women - Size 8
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
Grey Silk Valentino long gloves with black feathers. For women Size 8 Edges to the handle: 40 cm
Grey Silk Valentino long gloves with black feathers - For Women - Size 8
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
Grey Silk Valentino long gloves with black feathers. For women Size 8 Edges to the handle: 40 cm
Valentino Embroidered silk Bag with Jeweled Rose Clasp
By Valentino
Located in New York City, NY
ethereal silk evening bag with Valentino's favorite embroidered flowers and feathers as embellishments. A
Valentino Evening Snake crystal feathers handbag 2000
By Valentino
Located in Verviers, BE
Rare and stunning Valentino evening bag, year 2000. Made of black feathers, crystal stones, silver
rare VALENTINO feather butterfly bead embellished gold tone crown head band
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VALENTINO feather butterfly bead embellished gold tone crown head band Reference: MELK/A00179
Valentino Charcoal Wool Sweater w/ Pheasant Feather Collar
By Valentino
Located in Gresham, OR
A cute 1980s Valentino wool sweater in charcoal gray with short sleeves and button back
Valentino Vintage Black Silk Knit Sweater Top with Feather Sleeves
By Valentino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black silk knit top with a deep V neckline and feather sleeves by Valentino. Details
Valentino Brown Satin Evening Bag with Ostrich Feathers & Turquoise Beads
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Brown Satin Evening Bag with Ostrich Feathers & Turquoise Stones. This bag is in very
VALENTINO White Silk Bolero Jacket With Rosettes & Feathers RT. $3350
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
VALENTINO White Silk Bolero Jacket With Rosettes & Feathers RT. $3350 Materials: silk, feathers
VALENTINO Size 6 Red Silk Strapless Feather Applique Wrap Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning VALENTINO evening dress comes in a brilliant red silk crepe and features a straight
VALENTINO purple BUTTERFLY EMBROIDERED Long Sleeve FEATHER NECK Dress 40
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
Valentino PF'14 butterfly-embroidered long-sleeve shift dress in black, purple, blue, red, yellow
VALENTINO black viscose 2019 FEATHER TRIM RIB KNIT Top Shirt M
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino top in black rib-knit viscose (83%) and polyester (17%). Features a
VALENTINO burgundy silk 2024 METAMORPHOS GRYPHOS FEATHER Blouse Shirt 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Valentino pajama shirt in burgundy, taupe, and white Metamorphos Gryphos
Vintage Valentino Black Sequin and Feather Embellished Knit Top Set S/M
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Valentino Black Sequin and Feather Embellished Knit Top Set Consists of a Tank Top and
rare VALENTINO PP Pink wool feather embellished mixed cable knit sweater XS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VALENTINO PP Pink wool feather embellished mixed cable knit sweater XS Reference: AAWC/A00655
VALENTINO Size 6 Red Silk Strapless Feather Applique Wrap Dress with Sash
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning VALENTINO evening dress comes in a brilliant red silk crepe and features a straight
VALENTINO bag large feather light leather tote NEW putty nude great bow
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
with a zip top pouch attached by a long leather strap for interior. Light as a feather! BRAND NEW
VALENTINO UNDERCOVER wool cashmere feather Wrap Me Free Me See Me sweater XS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO UNDERCOVER wool cashmere feather Wrap Me Free Me See Me sweater XS Reference: AAWC/A00239
Valentino Garavani Yellow Feather-Trimmed Sequinned Mini Dress Size XXS
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 Abstract Silk Feather Trim Midi Dress Size M
By Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Valentino Garavani designer resale item. Discolouration may need gentle hand wash contrary to dry clean
rare VALENTINO feather butterfly bead embellished gold tone crown head band
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VALENTINO feather butterfly bead embellished gold tone crown head band Reference: MELK/A00179
Valentino Black Ostrich Feather Clutch
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Black Ostrich Feather Clutch with Black Rhinestone Detail. This clutch is in impeccable
Valentino Garavani Ostrich Feather Evening Bag
By Valentino
Located in US
Valentino Garavani Aqua Blue Satin Beaded Ostrich Feather Evening Bag Valentino evening bag
Vintage Valentino Caftan With Feather Cuffs
By Valentino, Valentino Intimo
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Valentino Maxi Caftan with a V-neck line and an abstract velvet burnout print. The
Valentino Boutique 80's Silk Taffeta Feathers Black Gown
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Valentino Boutique Black Ball Gown No label size (waist 30", bust 36") Feathers, Taffeta
Valentino Black Spring/Summer 2020 Feather-Trimmed Mini Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Black virgin wool feather-trimmed mini dress by Valentino. From the Spring/Summer
VALENTINO Brown Pony Hair Feather Print Rockstud Tote Bag
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino Brown Pony Hair Feather Print Rockstud Tote Bag Features gold rockstud hardware
1980s Valentino Size 10 Black Beaded Feather Velvet + Silk Vintage 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s Valentino black velvet and silk satin long sleeve dress ! Features a tailored
Sold
Size: FR 38 - US 6 - UK 10 - IT 42
Valentino black beaded lace and ostrich feather evening top and skirt, fw 2001
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
▪ Valentino evening top and skirt set ▪ Black beaded French lace ▪ Ostrich feather trim ▪
Valentino Brown Silk Gown - 10
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
photographed with an animal print sequin Valentino Jacket that has ostrich feathers. It is listed separately
RED VALENTINO black nylon down feather padded biker jacket puffer IT40 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO black nylon down feather padded biker jacket puffer IT40 S Reference: JACG/A00048
Valentino 'Feathered Colour' Shift Dress - Size US 8
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Valentino 'Feathered Colour' Shift Dress - Multi coloured brocade fabric - Metallic details
Exceptional Valentino Feathers Evening Bag
By Valentino
Located in Verviers, BE
ostrich feathers, crystal and chrome metal. Marked: Valentino Garavani. Size with feathers: 30 x 20 cm
Valentino Feathered Silk Embroidered Purse with Rose Closure
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate in evening bag glamour by Valentino. The silk bag is embroidered with feathers and
Valentino Black Leather Feather Satchel
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This gorgeous black Valentino feather satchel won't let you go unnoticed. The bag features feather
Valentino Marabou Feather Evening Bag
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, ON
Valentino evening purse with silk fabric body trimmd with olive and black maribou feathers
Valentino Metallic Green Feather Embellished Cardigan L
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This cardigan from Valentino is the best pick to look stylish during the winter. It is fashioned in
Valentino Metallic Knit Cardigan with Marabou Feather Trim
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Valentino cardigan with marabou feather trim, circa 1960s/1970s. Features a beautiful gold
Valentino vintage silk and marabou feather rosette jacket
By Valentino
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Valentino vintage silk and marabou feather rosette jacket This is an amazing piece, each of the
Valentino Black Emu Feather Bead Embellished Chain Clutch
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This clutch from Valentino is designed with Emu feathers & satin and is detailed with embellished
Valentino Tri Color Fabric Crystal Embellished and Feather Tote
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celebrating luxury and femininity through its signature designs, Valentino brings this lovely
Valentino Tri Color Fabric Crystal Embellished and Feather Tote
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celebrating luxury and femininity through its signature designs, Valentino brings this lovely
Valentino Tri Color Fabric Crystal Embellished and Feather Tote
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Celebrating luxury and femininity through its signature designs, Valentino brings this lovely
1972 Valentino Haute Couture Silk Dress and Feathered Jaket
By Valentino
Located in Hamburg, Deutschland
1972 Valentino Couture Chiffon halter dress and Jacket with dyed ostrich feathers. Amazing
Valentino Brown Leather and Feather Small VLogo Bucket Bag
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
One of the most coveted luxury brands, Valentino remains at the top of its craftsmanship and
Valentino White Leather and Feather Backnet Sneakers Size 41
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Add a statement appeal to your outfit with these sneakers. Made from premium materials they feature lace up vamps and relaxing footbeds. The durable sole of this pair aims to provide...
Valentino Brown Leather Feather Detail Flat Slide Sandals Size 39
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfortable and stylish at the same time, these slide sandals from Valentino will help you fashion
Valentino Brown Leather Feather Detail Flat Slide Sandals Size 39
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Comfortable and stylish at the same time, these slide sandals from Valentino will help you fashion
Valentino By Your Side Bucket Bag Leather with Feathers Medium
By Valentino
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 10" Designer: Valentino Model: By Your Side Bucket Bag Leather with Feathers Medium Exterior
Valentino Blue Feather Trim Denim Shirt and Trouser Set M
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Valentino this exquisite set features a blue shirt and trousers ensemble. The shirt
Valentino Gold Feather Patterned Jacquard Lurex Insert Shift Dress M
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Inspired by the beauty of birds, this Valentino dress is covered in jacquard feathers and hints of
Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1990 Pink Ecru Satin Tweed Gold CC Cropped Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The iconic pink cropped jacket from Chanel's Spring Summer 1990 collection, famously worn by Claudia Schiffer, is a stunning example of timeless elegance. This jacket is crafted from...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2004 Red Black Shoes It 38 38.5 39 42
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Shoes Wedge Sandals F/W 2004 Collection Italian Sizes Available 38 - US 8, 38.5 - US 8.5 , 39 - US 9, 42 - US 12. Black Velvet, Dark Red Patent Le...
1997 THIERRY MUGLER black fringed back dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Thierry Mugler black cocktail dress from 1997. Draped and gathered to create a wrap effect around the body, the dress emphasizes natural lines while maintaining Mugler’s signature sc...
$3,449
Size: French 40/42
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on th...
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat Super rare fit size 40 excellent condition The Alexander McQueen Camel shawl collar jacket is gathered at the waist with wide pleats at the f...
Alexander McQueen New Pink Skirt Suit S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pink wool skirt suit by Alexander McQueen' from his 1999 Spring/Summer Collection. It is comprised of a blazer style jacket with peaked lapels, front welt flap pockets, pr...
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA deep brown semi sheer knit illusion dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare 1983 Azzedine Alaïa Semi-Sheer Knit Illusion Dress Exceptionally rare deep brown knit dress with sheer illusion panels from Azzedine Alaïa’s debut summer collection, 1983. A de...
1990s Couture Jean-Louis Scherrer Vintage Painted Red + Black Trousers/ Pants
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Sparks, NV
Number vintage couture from the 1990s by Jean-Louis Scherrer! Hand painted red and black silk trousers. Unlined with side zip and button closure. Hidden front pockets. The marked siz...
F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Black Lace Leather Trim Sleeveless Top
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection under Tom Ford, this sleeveless top features a sheer black mesh base intricately embroidered with swirling floral ribbon appliqués. The high-...
Vintage Valentino Floral Embellished Beaded Tulle Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Valentino Embellished Tulle Skirt Beige skirt with pleated tulle hem, sequin floral design throughout and side zip closure. Size tag removed Measurements: Waist 28“, Hip 3...
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Black Lace Gown
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection Croisière '84. Black floral motif lace Evening Gown with pink satin sash, fully lined.
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 1985 Faux Fur Coat
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Norwich, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier 'Gibo' coat, in blue faux fur. From the Fall/Winter 1985 collection, as seen on the runway. Very oversized design, with large pockets to front and quilted lining ...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
NWT Oscar de la Renta S/S 2009 Green Embellished Silk Taffeta Peplum Dress US 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Oscar de la Renta Green Embellished Silk Taffeta Peplum Dress Gown This Strapless Gown Embodies the Facets of Timeless Fashion and Grace Effortlessly. S/S 2009 Collection US si...
$488Sale Price|20% Off
FENDI black fur collar topstitch detail silk belted trench coat jacket IT44 L
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI black fur collar topstitch detail silk belted trench coat jacket IT44 L Reference: TGAS/C01708 Brand: Fendi Material: Silk, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Li...
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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