Whether they’re adorned with understated floral patterns or colorful prints that draw on the wonders of the animal kingdom, vintage Roberto Cavalli dresses and evening gowns, shirts and skirts are unapologetically exuberant. All of the seductive garments crafted at the luxury fashion house have long been associated with extravagance and red-carpet sophistication, and their stories begin in Central Italy.
Roberto Cavalli was born in Florence, Tuscany, in 1940 into an already artistically rich family — his mother was a tailor, and his grandfather, Giuseppe Rossi, was a member of an Italian art movement called Macchiaioli that shared common ground with Impressionist painters. Cavalli was creative at the onset and focused on textiles at the Florence Academy of Art. He garnered some high-profile attention with bold prints on knitwear.
After he patented an experimental and revolutionary process that saw him printing on lightweight leather, Cavalli secured commissions from major fashion houses such as Hermès and Pierre Cardin. He explored integrating handmade ornamentation in his designs and found limitless inspiration in the majestic creatures of the jungle.
In the early 1970s Cavalli unveiled his first namesake collection in Paris and the Sala Bianca of Palazzo Pitti in Florence. He then opened his inaugural boutique in France’s Saint-Tropez in 1972. While the designer’s printed denim offerings were deemed unsophisticated by the day’s couturiers — they looked down upon the material — Cavalli’s form-fitting, sensual cuts, innovative patchwork and obvious dedication to impeccable craftsmanship found admirers in the likes of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot.
In 1980 Cavalli married former beauty pageant contestant Eva Düringer, who became his trusted business partner. Now a signature of the label, the pair introduced their first sand-blasted jeans in 1994 and later opened boutiques in Venice and elsewhere.
Cavalli’s designs sold all over the world, and the brand’s success helped pave the way for the introduction of a line called Just Cavalli that targeted younger consumers and RC Menswear to complement the array of day dresses, shoes, lingerie and coats and outerwear that were offered in his popular boutiques.
In 2005 Cavalli was asked to help reinvigorate Playboy’s iconic bunny costumes and, in 2006, model Kate Moss starred in his spring/summer ad campaign. A year later, Cavalli created an exclusive collection for H&M and designed costuming for Jennifer Lopez concerts as well as the Spice Girls.
Sicilian designer Fausto Puglisi was appointed creative consultant in 2020 at the Roberto Cavalli brand, which is now owned by Vision Investments.
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Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Black Satin & Leopard Print Top
By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli black satin top that captures the label’s signature blend of sensuality and bold glamour. Crafted in smooth sa...
Roberto Cavalli Abstract print Silk Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
This Roberto Cavalli is a striking example of the brand's signature blend of luxury and bold design. Crafted in a lightweight, flowing silk. The gown features a halter neckline that ...
Roberto Cavalli Black Stretch Skirt with Jeweled Zebra Buckle
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant black skirt by Roberto Cavalli, crafted from a soft stretch fabric that hugs the silhouette with a fluid and seductive movement, featuring a low-rise ruched waistband that en...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Bustier Corset Top & Pants Ensemble 2 Piece Set
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Feather Print Bustier Corset Top & Pants Ensemble 2 Piece Set Size S/XS Please note bustier top is size XS and the pants are size S.
Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 Pink Silk Pheasant Print Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A breathtaking silk slip-style dress from Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, crafted in a soft blush-pink tone and adorned with one of the season’s most recognisable pr...
New Roberto Cavalli Snakeskin Hidden Platform Pumps
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
ROBERTO CAVALLI SHOES Celebrate glamorous times with ROBERTO CAVALLI's chic, high-heeled Elaphe Multicolor Leather Timbro Shoes. Material: Elaphe Snakeskin L...
Roberto Cavalli c.2008 Bustier Sequin Embellished Sheer Knit Black Corset Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli c.2008 Bustier Sequin Embellished Sheer Knit Black Corset Top IT 40 Please note the zipper clasp is missing, however it does not affe...
$3,676Sale Price|20% Off
New Roberto Cavalli Blue Embellished Lace Dress Gown Italian 44
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Infused with signature Italian glamour, Roberto Cavalli gowns are in a class of their own. Crafted in Italy, this elegant layered style is no exception, with its sweeping silhouette ...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Print Denim Jacket Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Print Denim Jacket Coat Size S
2005 Roberto Cavalli White Stretch Purple Floral Serpent Maxi Dress IT40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Roberto Cavalli maxi dress from 2005 is rendered in white with an oversized orchid print in purple, peach, yellow, and black. Cut with a plunging V neckline, the silhouette feat...
Roberto Cavalli Unworn S/S 2005 Plunging Embellished Neckline Open Back Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Unworn S/S 2005 Plunging Embellished Neckline Open Back Dress Size IT 42 New with Tags
2004 Vintage Roberto Cavalli Red Leather Corset Jacket NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare collector’s piece from Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this structured jacket is crafted from supple crimson-red leather with couture-level detailing. • Design f...
New Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Brown Velvet Metallic Gold Painted Belted Coat It 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Brown Metallic Gold-Painted Velvet Brocade Coat F/W 2006 Collection Designer size - 40 Unique Cavalli Metallic Gold-Painted Des...
$4,101
Cavalli silk dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CAVALLI - Mini silk dress printed with pink and blue flowers, and with a cheetah-print edging. The waistband is ornamented with golden pearls and black sequins. Bat-cut sleeves. Size...
Extremely rare vintage Roberto Cavalli crystal and chain embellished jeans
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Extremely rare vintage Roberto Cavalli jeans from the early 2000s — a true collector’s piece from the era when denim was treated as couture. These jeans belong to the legendary line...
F/W 2006 Vintage Roberto Cavalli Brocade Velvet Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
F/W 2006 Vintage Roberto Cavalli Brocade Velvet Coat Editor’s note: F/W 2006 Vintage Roberto Cavalli Brocade Velvet Coat Emerald Velvet Gold Finish Details: It size 42 – US 6 Condit...
Roberto Cavalli Ivory Gown with Crystal Details 38 IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
A dramatic evening gown by Roberto Cavalli, crafted in fluid black silk with a beautifully sculpted silhouette. The pleated crossover bodice and deep V neckline create an elegant, el...
Roberto Cavalli Long Silk Cheetah Dress Fall Winter 2001
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Roberto Cavalli Cheetah/Burn Print Spaghetti Silk Dress From the F/W2001 Collection as seen on Pamela Anderson . Spaghetti dress . Asymmetric length . Possible to make a bow on th...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Floral Abstract Print Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Floral Abstract Print Midi Dress Size XS
2004 Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lapin & Chinchilla Fur Silk Corset Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lapin Fur and Silk Corset Jacket Amazing creation from 2004 Collection. Constructed from laser cut black lapin fur and gold brocade silk. Corset lace-...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Floral Print Silk Chiffon Metallic Plunge Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the S/S 2003 collection, this extraordinary Roberto Cavalli mainline dress is crafted in stretchy spandex with a double-layered silk chiffon plunge bodice, secured with gol...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Corset Lace Up Chinoiserie Print Silk Asymmetric Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Corset Lace Up Chinoiserie Print Plunging Neckline Silk Asymmetric Dress Size M
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Unworn Bustier Sheer Lace Panels Floral Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Unworn Bustier Sheer Lace Panels Floral Print Evening Dress Gown IT 42
NWT $10.5K Roberto Cavalli Cut-Out Beaded Tiger Print Gown Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roberto Cavalli cut-out silk chiffon hand beaded tiger theme gown. All hand beaded in two tone beads. Alluring front and back cut-out detail. Features sl...
Roberto Cavalli Black Suede & Fur Fringe Jacket, circa mid-2000s
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Roberto Cavalli Black Suede & Fur Fringe Jacket, circa mid-2000s Fierce and glamorous, this rare Cavalli jacket combines soft black suede with dramatic fur sleeves and cascading lea...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2012 Embellished Lace Up Corset Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2012 Embellished Lace Up Corset Evening Dress Gown Size: IT 38, flexible sizing due to the lace up details on the waist, high hip, and back. Condition: Very goo...
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2009 Black/White Cut Out Low Back Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the 2009 Resort/Cruise collection, this vintage Roberto Cavalli is a collector's dream. The gown features beaded and sequined details throughout the straps and bodice, as well a...
Roberto Cavalli, white structured dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Roberto Cavalli, white structured dress. The item is in very good condition. Labels have been removed. Item has a make up stain on the inside which is slightly visible on the outside.
Roberto Cavalli Black Mixed Fur Coat w/ Knit Panels & Patent Leather Lacing
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Luxurious Roberto Cavalli black fur coat, expertly crafted in Italy, showcasing the designer’s signature fascination with dramatic texture and sensual material contrasts. The coat f...
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Print Silk Slip Dress medium
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful red chinoiserie print Roberto Cavalli dress. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, a similar dress in the same pattern debuted in the finale of the runway presentation. Kim Kardashian wore a version of this gorgeous Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam dress...
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Floral Abstract Watercolor Viscose Stretch Charm Small
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning cream and multicolor floral Roberto Cavalli dress. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this off-the-shoulder dress features a v-neckline, flared skirt, and ...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Macrame Silk Drawstring Baguette
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Macrame Silk Drawstring Baguette in very good condition. Multi color leopard print silk lining with cream and tan macrame overlay, tan leather trim and matte ...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Navy Blue Fully Beaded Floral Illusion Evening Gown 42-6
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Navy Blue Fully Beaded Floral Illusion Evening Gown - Limited Edition!!! Italian size 42 - US 6 An elegant and unmistakably glamorous vintage Roberto Cavalli ...
2016 Roberto Cavalli napoleon jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2016 Roberto Cavalli napoleon jacket This 2016 Roberto Cavalli “Napoleon” jacket channels a bold, military-inspired aesthetic. Crafted in a cotton and wool blend, it features struct...
Roberto Cavalli Pre-Fall 2015 Runway Leather & Fox Fur Belted Jacket Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Pre-Fall 2015 Runway Leather & Fox Fur Belted Jacket Coat Size IT 42 Excellent Condition
NWT's ROBERTO CAVALLI 2018 Crystal Embellished Black Beaded Silk Ball Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Roberto Cavalli FW18 Original Price $15,995 and it looks it Voluminous Evening Gown Long sleeve sheer net with silver crystals The body of the gown is sheer Jet black but edited the ...
Roberto Cavalli Retro Vintage Snake Embellished Satin Strappy Sandals 36.5
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Roberto Cavalli Snake Embellished Satin Strappy Sandals 36.5 Color Multi Size 36.5EU Heel height 3.75in Canvas upper Leather sole Snake adornment with rhinestones Gold finished adj...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2004 Black Gold Embroidery Fishtail Silk Slip Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Elegant black evening gown with intricate gold-tone beaded embroidery along the neckline, straps, and hem. Features a deep V-neckline, sleek fitted silhouette, and softly flounced lo...
Long pastel print rayon jersey dress CLASS Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long pastel print rayon jersey dress . Main Fabric composition: 77% rayon, 23% polyester. Nylon lining. Elastic band underbust. Zip and hook&eye in...
S/S 2005 Roberto Cavalli Silk Seashell Animal Print Cream Satin Slip Dress Large
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning sea motif and animal print silk Roberto Cavalli slip dress. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this beautiful dress combi...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Rare Printed Trousers
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Vintage Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Rare Printed Trousers. These trousers are from the S/S 2004 Collection where this pattern is featured throughout in different colours and styles. Thi...
ROBERTO CAVALLI petrol silk CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED Kaftan Dress 38 XS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Roberto Cavalli caftan dress with crystal embellishment in petrol green silk (100%) with a v neck-line, a cut under the breast and pleated front. Slip-in fit with a de...
Roberto Cavalli Silk Evening Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A wonderful silk evening gown by Roberto Cavalli. The dress has a pretty floral print near the hem and pretty pleats at hip leval. It is strapless bu...
Roberto Cavalli dress coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Long-sleeve dress coat entirely embroidered with rhinestones, sequins, and golden pearls. It is edged with black velvet and ornamented with a long front but...
NWT S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Cheetah Print PVC Transparent Boots 39
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of spotted brown PVC Roberto Cavalli heeled boots. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, these fabulous boots are constructed of spotted brown PVC, reminiscent of...
Roberto Cavalli c. 2010 Gemstone Necklace Halter Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A breathtaking floor-length gown from Roberto Cavalli, circa 2010. This showstopping dress features a dramatic super low back with a halter neckline, elegantly tied behind the neck ...
Rare Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Pink python print stretch shirt iconic Y2K
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Roberto Cavalli Circa Spring Summer 2003 Pink Python Print Stretch Shirt - Iconic Y2K Snake Skin Illusion Top Made in Italy A striking early-2000s Roberto Cavalli creation, show...
S/S 2001 Roberto Cavalli Liz Taylor Print Silk Dress M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a draped backless Roberto Cavalli dress with the Elizabeth Taylor eye print. This gorgeous dress is from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection and is constructed entirely of s...
2000s Roberto Cavalli tweed set jacket & skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2000s Roberto Cavalli tweed set jacket & skirt This early-2000s Roberto Cavalli tweed set embodies the brand’s refined yet sensual tailoring from the era. Crafted in a wool and poly...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Silk Laced Animal Print Corset
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare vintage Roberto Cavalli corset top from 2003, featuring the designer’s iconic leopard print and a structured, hourglass silhouette. Mad...
Roberto Cavalli Sequin Mesh and Beaded Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Miami, FL
Roberto Cavalli Y2K beaded dress with some mesh applique details. It is sort of a lace mesh combined with beadwork on top. Light rayon and elastan fabric that is good for different...
$10,077
Cavalli evening dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Short evening dress reembroidered with silvery pearls. Size 36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 38 cm - Waist: 32 cm - Length: 91 cm ...
Roberto Cavalli blue and white dress from the Resort 2013 collection
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Genova, IT
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2013 blue and white dress ABOUT A sleeveless dress featuring an iconic majolica print in blue and light blue on a white background, inspired by Oriental porc...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Bustier Lace-Up Corset Colorblock Velvet Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Bustier Lace-Up Corset Colorblock Velvet Top Size S Excellent Condition FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT
$2,296Sale Price|20% Off
2005 Roberto Cavalli "Ming Vase" Blue Printed Ruched Mini Dress – Made in Italy
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
A striking Roberto Cavalli mini dress featuring the house’s signature blue porcelain-inspired printed silk, the classic blue-and-white Chinese porcelain pattern (chinoiserie / Ming dynasty vase...
NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots It. 38 US 8
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Lace Patent Leather Ankle Boots Italian size 38 - US 8 2008 Collection A little lace goes a long way, so make these Roberto Cavalli boots your nod to one of...
$1,406
Roberto Cavalli skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ROBERTO CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Long brown and orange tone muslin skirt. Size 42IT indicated, it fits a 38FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 38 cm - Length: 12...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 cheetah tiger print denim jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, IT
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 jacket Dark denim Gold glitter cheetahs and tigers print Snake buttons closure Marked size M Measurements: rounded shoulders bus...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Cutout Dress and Leather Bustier Bra 2 Piece Set
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Feather Print Cutout Dress and Leather Bustier Bra Corset 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size: the dress is size M and the bustier is size XS Condition: very ...
2010s Roberto Cavalli Home Dark Lady Espresso Cups and Saucers
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
This set of espresso cups and saucers belongs to the Roberto Cavalli Home Luxury Tableware collection, a line designed to bring the Italian fashion house's signature glamour and bold...