VALENTINO purple silk 2022 CAPE SLEEVE CADY MINI Dress 46 XL
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino mini cocktail dress in purple cady silk (100%).
VALENTINO purple silk 2022 CAPE SLEEVE CADY MINI Dress 46 XL
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino mini cocktail dress in purple cady silk (100%).
Valentino Belted Crepe Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Valentino Belted Crepe Maxi Dress Purple maxi shirtdress featuring classic collar and long sleeves with buttoned cuffs and front button closure.
Valentino S/S 2008 Purple One shoulder W Bow Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vibrant Valentino cocktail dress from Spring/Summer 2008, cut in rich purple with an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline and oversized bows.
Valentino Boutique Disc Sleeve Navy Silk Dress 1980s
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy silk dress with tiny white dots dress from Valentino. The cap sleeves are incredible, the ends of them encircled with several 100 finished circles adding dimension a...
Valentino for TWA 1971 Purple Flight Attendant Dress and Wool Coat Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The dress is adorned with the same brassy gold-tone signature Valentino "V" buttons as the coat.
Valentino Pierpaolo Piccioli Resort 2020 navy dress
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino Garavani
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Pierpaolo Piccioli Resort 2020 Collection Navy sleeveless dress with white logos. Size 42 Italian.
Elegant Electric Blue Vintage Mini Dress by Miss V Valentino
By Valentino, Valentino Miss V
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning vintage mini dress by Miss V Valentino, crafted in vibrant electric blue that reflects the bold style of the 1980s and early 1990s collections. The design features a flatter...
Valentino X Alessandro Michele Escape 2024 Starfish fuschia crepe silk dress
By Alessandro Michele, Valentino
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino x Alessandro Michele Escape 2024 Collection Fuchsia silk crepe dress printed with white starfish. Italian size 42. (Composition and size labels missing).
Valentino Fall 2007 Purple Silk Satin Gown with Cascading Tiered Ruffles
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Long purple silk satin gown with an asymmetric one-shoulder strap and a full column silhouette entirely constructed from soft, overlapping tiered ruffles. Size UK8 - IT40 - FR36 - S...
Vintage Valentino 1990s Does 1940s Size 4 navy Blue White Polka Dot 90s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s does 40s vintage VALENTINO navy blue and white polka dot silk blended long sleeve dress ! Features a curved notch collar with a tailored bodice and flirty forgiving skirt. P...
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 Piccioli’s lauded reign as Creative Director, the Vogue review for this presentation...
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS
By REDValentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00054 Brand: Red Valentino Material: Polyester Color: Purple Pattern: Floral Closure: Z...
Valentino New Vintage Silk Halter Gown with Waist Cut outs & Train S/S 2007
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pink silk halter gown from Valentino S/S 2007 collection. It has a halter neckline, fitted ruched woven panels across the bodice with 2 cut outs on each side and 4 adjus...
"Chiné à la branche" silk printed cocktail dress RED VALENTINO
By REDValentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Chiné à la branche" silk printed cocktail dress. Lining composition: 63% acetate, 37% cupro. Boned bustier inside the dress. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. SIZE 8 (Us...
Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 Organza polka dots set pink black
By Valentino, Alessandro Michele
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Alessandro Michele Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Fuschia organza ruffled ensemble with black polka dots, composed of a strapless dress and a bolero. Italian size 42.
Oscar de la Renta 2006 Runway Ballerina Dress Pants Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta 2006 runway rich blue silk floral evening ensemble. Beautifully made and designed with a ballerina flair by Oscar de la Renta. Rich in color and style. Fashion...
Balenciaga "Pretty in Pink" Floral Strapless Silk Gown by Nicholas Ghesquiere
By Valentino, Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the prettiest and memorable gowns from Balenciaga's S/S 2008, with fabulous floral splashes of color, designed by Nicholas Ghesquiere. This runway collection was in full bloo...
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Vintage Valentino Pale Purple Linen 2 Piece Dress w Blouse & Tiered Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Portland, OR
This incredible vintage Valentino Boutique pale purple linen 2 piece dress comes from the estate of a Valentino and Yves Saint Laurent client who bought all of her clothing during th...
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VALENTINO "New" Purple Flowers theme with Shawl Silk Dress - Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO "New" Purple color Flowers theme with Shawl Silk Dress - Unworn.
VALENTINO Sexy Purple Patterned Pleated Dress
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Only Valentino can make a dress this stunning. * It has a very deep V in the front & back
Valentino Haute Couture Vintage Purple Pleated Ruffled Dress
By Valentino
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Valentino Haute Couture Vintage Purple Pleated Ruffled Dress.
Valentino 1980s Silk & Black Velvet Dress with Pockets Size 4.
By Valentino Night, Valentino
Located in Atlanta, GA
Night by Valentino 1980s blue / purple silk with black velvet sleeves & neckline dress with pockets is a size 4.
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1960's Valentino Couture Silk Dress and Coat
By Valentino
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Discover what made Valentino a fashion legend with this 1960's Valentino Couture purple, floral, silk dress with matching wool evening coat.
Valentino Incredible Beaded Silk Chiffon Pink & Purple Gown 8
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is the most beautiful Valentino beaded silk chiffon pink and purple gown. Three layers of t Size 8 Measurements: Bust 34-36" Waist 27-32 with stretch Length 60"
RED Valentino Pink Knit Bow Neck Detail Mini Dress M
By REDValentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your everyday elegance with this gorgeous dress. Impeccably tailored for a great fit it offers exceptional comfort with premium materials. Versatile and timeless this dress e...
Valentino Boutique purple dress
By Valentino
Located in Austin, TX
Valentino Boutique purple wool dress with two front pockets and elastic cuffs. 38" bust, 27" waist, 40" length.
Valentino purple viscose open back dress with ties, c. 2000
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
▪ Valentino purple viscose dress ▪ Open back ▪ Ties at the neck and lower-waist ▪ Asymmetric hemline ▪ Scoop neck ▪ IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 6 ▪ c. 2000 ▪ 100% Viscose ▪ Made in ...
VALENTINO purple cotton BUTTERFLY EMBROIDERED Long Sleeve Dress 40
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
Valentino PF'14 butterfly-embroidered long-sleeve shift dress in black, purple, blue, green, grey,, mint, salmon, chartreuse, rose, and nude cotton (100%), nylon (100%), and silk (10...
Valentino Boutique silk colour block maxi dress 1970s
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Boutique silk colour block maxi dress from the 1970s...Vivid colour blocks and and stripes are done on a mid weight silk fabric...The dress has a round band neckline and cl...
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, green, grey, and off-white silk (73%) and polyetser (27%) with leather and rooster,...
1980s Valentino Blue and Beige Abstract Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vibrant and unique Valentino dress from the 1980s. All over blue and beige abstract giraffe print. Short sleeve with notched collar and v neckline. Asymmetrical waist with ruching on...
Valentino Organza Floral Pattern Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino, navy organza, dress with a floral branch motif. Dress has a jeweled neckline with long sheer sleeves that cuff at the wrist. Skirt is full and gathered having a ruffled fl...
Valentino Purple and Yellow Ball Gown
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, ON
Illustrated 1980's Valentino 2 piece evening ensemble. Cut lace details predate the new "laser cut" techniques. All work hand cut and hand jeweled. Matching stole adds the elegance o...
VALENTINO purple floral lace cape sleeve silk lined mini dress IT40 S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO purple floral lace cape sleeve silk lined mini dress IT40 S Reference: CAKK/A00039 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Purple Patt...
VALENTINO purple floral lace cape sleeve silk lined mini dress IT40 S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO purple floral lace cape sleeve silk lined mini dress IT40 S Reference: CAKK/A00039 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Purple Patt...
Valentino Night Black Velvet Red Green Purple Striped Silk Gown, 1990s
By Valentino, Valentino Night
Located in Boca Raton, FL
In the late 1980s, Valentino made the stripe a signature of almost all of his collection. In a similar style to other notable designers such as YSL or Oscar de la Renta, Valentino fo...
1970s Valentino Lilac Pintuck Gown
By Valentino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing 1970s Valentino Boutique lilac gown! Lavender and white floral print accented with matching solid fabric. Short sleeve fit with a boat neckline. Ruffle detail at the waist ab...
Vintage Valentino beige and purple silk dress with embroidery and lace.
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Valentino beige and purple silk dress with embroidery and lace.
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS
By REDValentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00054 Brand: Red Valentino Material: Polyester Color: Purple Pattern: Floral Closure: Z...
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1990's Valentino Sexy long Purple satin Slip dress with Sheer panel detail
By Valentino Intimo, Valentino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb early 1990's Vintage bias-cut Valentino Purple slip dress, crafted in a shiny satin fabric with a sheer floral devoré panel, a plunged collar line with deep V back, slit up ...
Valentino New Navy Silk Cape Dress
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy blue silk cape dress from Valentino. It is sleeveless with a panel forming a cape draping over the shoulders in the back closing at the neck with a keyhole and self ...
VALENTINO Spring 2010 Pale Mauve Pink Purple One Shoulder Ruffle Mini Dress
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
Valentino Spring 2010 pale mauve asymmetrical ruffle embellished one shoulder mini dress. Boned bodice with asymmetrical side/front zipper closure. Lined in silk organdy. Marked Fabr...
Valentino 1960s costume made silk lilac kaftan dress flower embellished train
By Valentino
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Spectacular vintage 1960s Valentino design lilac silk chiffon kaftan dress. This dress is stunning and would make an amazing wedding piece for the bride looking for a non-traditiona...
Valentino New Lilac Silk Cape Gown
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous lilac silk gown dress from Valentino. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neckline and a fabulous long cape falling from the shoulders and back the length of the dr...
new VALENTINO 2013 pink black leopard silk long sleeves belted evening gown IT40
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VALENTINO 2013 pink black leopard silk long sleeves belted evening gown IT40 VALENTINO FROM THE RESORT 2013 COLLECTION100% silk. Pink and black leopard spot print. Round neck. ...
Valentino Purple-One Shoulder Silk Dress Sz 10
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Lucy Liu in her purple single-strap Valentino dress during Paris Fashion Week .
Valentino Lilac Silk Crepe Collared Maxi Dress M
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artfully splattered with a lilac hue, Valentino's pure silk dress is perfect for balmy evening events. It's crafted to a floor-skimming silhouette with defining tucks and nonchalantl...
Valentino vintage navy polka dot silk dress with architectural buttons
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Stunning in every way! Shantung silk navy polka dot dress with architectural buttons . Cap sleeves are designed with hundreds of round pieces sewn in the circle. Button back cl...
Valentino Roma Purple S/L Cocktail Dress W/ Front Tie
By Valentino Roma
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Valentino Roma purple s/l cocktail dress w/ front tie, side zip & allover pindot pattern.
1990s Valentino New Lilac Silk Polka Dot Stole Sheath Evening Dress
By Valentino Roma
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Valentino Roma vintage evening dress, lilac color with white dots, 100% silk. Soft sheath dress model with waist belt, stole with sleeves with adjustable laces along the back. 90s. M...
Valentino Vintage Purple Silk Chiffon Evening Dress with Flutter Sleeves NWT
By Valentino
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Valentino Vintage Purple Silk Chiffon Ethereal Evening Dress.
Early 2000s Valentino Iridescent Fushia Silk Strapless Gown
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino fushia strapless silk iridescent taffeta gown circa early 2000s. Body con ruching with gathers down the front middle of torso, bustle back with train, gathers to bow on rig...
Vintage Boho Valentino Dress
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage boho Valentino dress is a stunning fusion of romantic elegance and free-spirited charm. Likely from the 1970s or early 1980s, it reflects Valentino’s masterful ability t...
CELINE by Phoebe Philo Reversible Studded Maxi Dress – Pre-Fall 2017
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Collectible maxi dress from the Old Celine era – Phoebe Philo’s Pre-Fall 2017 collection. Crafted in fluid red crepe, this standout piece features a silver-studded lambskin leather c...
McQueen Purple gown, Autumn/Winter 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in New York, NY
Alexander McQueen Runway Look 45 from the fall 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" show. McQueen's intention, he said, was to strip away "all theatrics and focus purely on design." With this ex...
1890S Purple Wool Victorian With Taffeta Cape
Located in New York, NY
1890S Purple Wool Victorian With Taffeta Cape
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...
Valentino Haute Couture Cotton & Guipure Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Geneva, CH
A ravishing and romantic piece of Valentino haute couture dating from the 70's. The short sleeved see-through guipure and cotton dress features a cut-out detail at the neckline. Fitt...
Gucci New with Tags Silk Maxi Dress SS 2014
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous pumpkin silk maxi dress by Frida Giannini for Gucci. It has long sleeves, a small Mandarin collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, and a button front to the waist Four bu...
Purple sleeveless cocktail dress Roberto Cavalli ( New with tag)
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless cocktail dress . Fabric composition: 97% polyester, 3% elastane. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Draped on the bust with a gold metal jewellery embellishme...
Sonia Rykiel 1980s Blue Cotton Dress Size S Unisex Made in France
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Capri, IT
Sonia Rykiel blu dress totally made in france in size S Composition: Cotton
1990s Saks 5th Avenue Sz 8 10 Navy Blue Silk Vintage 90s Sleeveless Shirt Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic beuatiful early 90s SAKS 5TH AVE. navy blue size 10 sleeveless silk fit n' flare shirt dress! Buttons up the bodice. 1950s style with a fitted bodice and a forgiving full skirt....
LANVIN by Alber Elbaz Purple Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Lanvin by Alber Elbaz Purple ( eggplant ) silk taffeta strapless ruffle cocktail dress. Marked size 34 fr / Fit US 4/6/8 measurement : Bust: 36” / Waist: 38” / Hip : 40” / Dr...
$726
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6-8
Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2005 Pure Silk Purple Strappy Mini Dress with frills
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sumptous Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2005 frilly Purple cocktail Dress crafted from feather weight layer upon layer of pure silk, that lightly moves in the breeze. The Shoulder straps a...
Karl Lagerfeld 1980's Navy Blue Dress with Sexy Open Back
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New Hope, PA
Karl Lagerfeld designed this 1980's navy blue dress with a classic padded shoulder, two breast pockets, a slightly raised waistline, and two vertical seams at the front. He saved al...
Prada Purple Draped Silk Dress
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada purple draped silk dress featuring dark purple silk, draped detailing, boat neck, short sleeves ,seperated belted waist, straight hem. Circa 1990's Composition: 100% silk Label...
VALENTINO Rare 2013 Nude Silk Georgette Evening Gown Dress 40
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning example of Valentino’s signature "understated romanticism," this floor-length gown debuted on the Spring 2013 runway, designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Picciol...
1990s Valentino Garavani Navy Blue Crepe Gown with Sequin Collar
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Valentino navy crepe gown with light blue sequins collar. Button fastener in the side and gown cut in bias. Perfect for wedding / bridal . Model is size 4. This Gown fit best ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...
$1,690
Size: Size US 6 - French 36
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1990s Black Tuxedo Suit with Dramatic Twisted Billowing Red Fabric Lined Sleeves This is a rar...
S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway White Sleeveless Ruffle Top IT44
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella sheer white sleeveless ruffle top debuted on the season's runway. The lightweight, semi-transparent fabric is adorned with delicat...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
1990’s Bob Mackie Boutique Dazzling Blue Beaded Lace Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Kingston, NY
An exceptional formal gown from Bob Mackie Boutique, this ice blue column dress is a testament to the designer’s mastery of theatrical glamour and intricate hand-finishing. Rendered ...
$1,350
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...
Valentino Boutique Pleated Wool Dress - '90s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Achieve a sophisticated 90s look with our Valentino Boutique Pleated Wool Dress. The structured wool blend and rich brown color exude elegance, while the round neck and hidden button...
F/W 1998 Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Runway Black Lace Blue Stretch Gown FR40
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Alexander McQueen's Fall/Winter 1998 "Blade Runner" collection for Givenchy, this sheer black lace gown features striking a blue underlay. Inspired by the retro-futuristic costu...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
Helena Barbieri 1964 Pale Pink Bow Front Floral Ornamented Strapless Gown
By Helena Barbieri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate any special occasion with the Helena Barbieri 1964 Pale Pink Gown. Its fun and dainty pastel pink color adds a touch of whimsy, making it a perfect alternative to traditional...
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
This arresting, floor-grazing Thierry Mugler Couture gown is a masterclass in architectural sensuality. Cut with Mugler’s signature anatomical precision, the bodice plays a daring ga...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown (The corset shown on some images is not included ) Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine all...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Wool Tartan Jacket Velvet Details Red Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning 1993 Thierry Mugler signature sculpted blazer jacket. Timeless and extremely bautiful red tartan jacket, dramatic silhouette fiitted waist and pointy sharp details. Plaid hi...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford SS 2004 3 PCS Tangerine Skirt Top Belt/Scarf Set
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Pleated Silk Skirt Ensemble By Tom Ford For His Final Summer Collection 2004 For Yves Saint Laurent This skirt was featured in the AD campaign, editorials and seen on the r...
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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