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 Sheer Gold Sequin Evening Gown Spring 2017 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Gold sequin evening gown with feathers. Beautiful deep V neckline, Leather Laces. Zips on the side. Spring/Summer 2017 Size 40IT
Roberto Cavalli Leather Jacket With White Lace Detailing
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Roberto Cavalli leather jacket white lace detailing, featuring gold detailing, tw...
Quilted cotton jersey messenger bag with animal print ROBERTO CAVALLI New
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Quilted cotton jersey messenger bag with animal print. Main fabric composition: 90% cotton, 10% elastane. NEW with tag. Authenticity hologram. White piping. Hook&loop closure under t...
Roberto Cavalli Green & Violet Orchid-Print String Bikini
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vibrant archival swim set from Roberto Cavalli featuring an oversized orchid print rendered in saturated shades of violet, magenta, and lush green. Designed in Cavalli’s unmistakab...
Denim jacket with gold lurex thread embroidery Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim jacket with gold lurex thread embroidery. Printed cotton piping inside. SIZE L ( 48)
Roberto Cavalli Silver & Blue Silk Halter Mermaid Dress SS 2001
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Roberto Cavalli Spring 2001 silk halter mermaid dress. Crafted in fluid silk, this striking evening gown...
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 c.2015 Embellished Feathers Lace Up Corset Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli c.2015 Embellished Feathers Lace Up Corset Keyhole Plunging Neckline Evening Dress Gown Size IT 42 Condition: Very good
NWT $9.990 Roberto Cavalli Black Silk Fully Embellished Dress Gown It 42 - US 6
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Roberto Cavalli Black Silk Fully Embellished Dress Gown F/W 2015 Collection Italian size 42 - US 6 Fully Embellished in Gold and Silver Sequins and Beads, Fully Lined, Back Zip C...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 Runway Embellished Beaded Fringed Open Back Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Runway Embelished Beaded Fringed Flapper Open Back Mini Dress Condition: good vintage condition, size tag has been removed, some missing embellishments thro...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Leather Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Plunging Leather Cutout Fringe Accents Open Back Lace Black Evening Dress Gown IT 44 As seen on Sharon Stone
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Black Silk Satin Slash Cutout Flare Maxi Skirt Medium
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Roberto Cavalli skirt from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection is crafted in black silk satin and features a slash cutout construction. Designed with a fitted high waist and hip-h...
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Embellished Lace Evening Dress and Shawl 2 Piece Set Size: IT 42 Condition: Excellent vintage condition, breast pads were professionally added but can b...
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2004 Black And Gold Baroque Halter Evening Gown New With Tag
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Body: 18% Silk 82% Viscose Lining: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat: - Bust: no limits given its halter neck strap and backless design - Waist: 14" / 35.5 ...
1980s Roberto Cavalli for Neiman Marcus Giraffe Print Vintage 80s Jersey Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare vintage mid / late 80s ROBERTO CAVALLI for NEIMAN MARCUS giraffe print belted short sleeve jersey dress! Features timeless giraffe animal print in chocolate brown and i...
Roberto Cavalli dress by Paul Surridge Resort 2019
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ROBERTO CAVALLI - 2019 Resort ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Paul Surridge. Corseted-effect silk muslin dress with a python pattern in black and beige tone...
Roberto Cavalli Black & White Floral Stretch Pull-Over with Ruffled Sleeves Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Cavalli black & white lycra blend pull-over top has details of multi-tier chiffon-like ruffle sleeves. Sized Med/Italy. 6% spandex, 94% viscose. Underarm circumference m...
Roberto Cavalli Fall 1999 Mongolian Lamb Fur and Leather Coat in Brown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A rare vintage piece from Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this coat captures the brand’s signature fusion of luxury and bold design. Made in Italy, it features a smoot...
$135Sale Price|20% Off
Roberto Cavalli Women's 2010s Astro Garden Print Sheath Dress IT40/UK8
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Gorgeously printed dress from Roberto Cavalli - worn once. Made from super stretchy ‘Astro Garden’ printed viscose and elastane, it has an asymmetric neckline and super soft mesh lin...
Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli White Leopard Print & Lace Camisole Top
By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli white leopard print camisole top that exemplifies the house’s signature fusion of sensuality and sharp tailori...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Leather Embroidered Floral Train Jacket Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Unworn Leather Embroidered Floral Train Long Jacket Coat Look 30 from the Spring 2003 Collection. Size: M Condition: New with tags, however due to ...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Nude Sequin Embellished Corset Style Vest Italian 42 NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Nude Sequin Embellished Vest Italian Size 42 - US 6 Color: Nude, Corset style. Made in Italy. New with tag.
Roberto Cavalli Blue Silk Jersey Rhinestone Cross Back Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All drape and a hint of sparkle. This Roberto Cavalli gown has a plunging neckline and a waist draped with blue silk jersey. The back has a cowl neck construction and harnesses the b...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2001 Blue Silk Elizabeth Taylor Eye Draped Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This stunning silk dress from Roberto Cavalli spring summer 2001 is a vision of vibrant artistry. Featuring a soft, flowing silhouette, the dress showcases a harmonious blend of colo...
Roberto Cavalli Pastel Pink and Yellow Chiffon Angel Wing Draped High Low Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Float through the summer in style with the Roberto Cavalli dress. Its beautiful pastel colors of yellow and pink, paired with the flowing draped angelic fabric, will have you looking...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2005 Snake Print Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress New With Tags
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This striking gown (Tagged prod. 2005 spring) features a bold snake print design that exudes confidence and sophistication. All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 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 S/S 2011 Silk Bias Cut Asymmetrical Animal Print Slip Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2011 Silk Bias Cut Asymmetrical Animal Print Slip Mini Dress IT 40
Roberto Cavalli 2000s Eroded Leather Pants
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Roma, IT
Incredibile pantalone Roberto Cavalli in vera pelle dagli anni 2000 La pelle si adatta al corpo con un vero guanto La bellezza di questo pezzo sta nel colore della pelle e dall'effet...
Roberto Cavalli Silk Floral High Slit Gown Dress with Robe S/S 2000 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Vintage Silk Floral High Slit Gown Dress with Robe Spring Summer 2000 Size 40IT
Pin-striped single breasted jacket with lurex embroideries Roberto Cavalli CLASS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pin-striped single breasted jacket with lurex embroideries on the back. No fabric tag composition but probably rayon jersey. No lining but piping inside. Split on the sleeve edge , ...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Runway Plunging Bustier Ruched Zipper Metallic Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Runway Zipper Plunging Bustier Ruched Metallic Mini Dress Size: M Condition: Good vintage condition
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Runway Embellished High Slit Purple Silk Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Runway Sheer Embellished Embroidered Koi Fish High Slit Purple Silk Evening Dress Gown Size: IT 42 Condition: Very good vintage condition
Black bustier dress with lace and sunary pleated lays Roberto Cavalli Class
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black bustier dress with lace and sunary pleated lays. SIZE: 38 (Fr) 8 (Us)
F/W 2005 Roberto Cavalli Black Studded Pleat Boned Strapless Mini Dress IT40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black pleated Roberto Cavalli mini dress. From the Fall/Winter 2005 collection, a nearly identical version of this dress appeared on the season's runway as look 49 modeled by Gemma Ward...
New Roberto Cavalli Studded Black Leather High Top Sneakers for Men 43.5 - 45
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Roberto Cavalli Men's Studded High Top Sneakers Sizes available: 43.5 - 10.5, 44.5 - 11.5 and 45 - 12 These all weather sneakers is constructe...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 Embellished Chinoiserie Porcelain Corset Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 Crystal Embellished Chinoiserie Ming Porcelain Corset Studded Ruched Mini Dress IT 40
Roberto Cavalli Black Purple Print Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Ardmore, PA
Roberto Cavalli Black Purple Print Top Size EU 42
2006 Roberto Cavalli floral baroque wrap dress with belt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2006 Roberto Cavalli floral baroque wrap dress with belt This Roberto Cavalli dress from 2006 features a sensual wrap-style silhouette decorated with floral and baroque-inspired mot...
Roberto Cavalli Silky Orange Runway Evening Gown S/S 2004 Size XS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - This silky orange evening gown is just like the one famously worn by Cindy Crawford in the Harper's Bazaar Roberto Cavalli Spring 2004...
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 ...
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. Th...
NWT $6950 Roberto Cavalli Tiger Silk Beaded Embellished Kimono Dress Gown It. 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Roberto Cavalli Silk Embellished Kimono Dress. Italian size 38. Tiger pattern dazzling black dress with golden and metallic handcrafted beads. Classy and chic, this Kimono style d...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2007 Green & White Floral Glittering Halter Maxi Gown NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This stunning gown from Roberto Cavalli showcases a plunging V-neckline and a halter design, radiating elegance and sophistication. Featuring intricate green and blue floral patterns...
F/W 2003 Roberto Cavalli Gold Chain Lock Belt Animal Print Knit Wrap Dress S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a flirty chain embellished wrap dress designed by Roberto Cavalli for the Fall/Winter 2003 collection. The form-fitting knit fabric is printed with gold chains over leopard spots and features a gold metal brand plaque on the back. At the neckline and cuffs are gold chain accents sewn to the stretchy fabric featuring pendants...
Roberto Cavalli Trompe L'Oeil Faux Fur Print Brown Beaded Jersey Tunic 90s Shirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome vintage late 1990s ROBERTO CAVALLI trompe l'oeil faux fur print brown and ivory tunic shirt! Features a warm brown and ivory print throughout. Soft stretch jersey offers a fl...
Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Ardmore, PA
Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress Size EU 44
New With Tags Roberto Cavalli Peter Dundas Silk Fringe Kimono Coat S/S 2017
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional Roberto Cavalli silk kimono from the celebrated Peter Dundas era, inspired by the house's iconic Spring/Summer 2017 collection. Offered new with its original tags atta...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Runway Bustier Embellished Fan High Slit Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Menswear Runway Finale Look Bustier Embellished Fan Applique High Slit Corset Asymmetrical Train Evening Dress Condition: Very good vintage condition, size ...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Cutout High Slit Silk Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Plunged Décolleté Cutout High Slit Silk Slip Evening Dress Gown Size M Look 27 from the Spring 2004 Collection.
Roberto Cavalli 2008 Multicolored floral printed satin dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CANNES, FR
Roberto Cavalli 2008 Multicolored floral-print satin dress with straps. Italian size 44.
Roberto Cavalli Tan Leopard Print Top With Gold Hardware 2005
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage Roberto Cavalli tan leopard print top with gold hardware from 2005, featuring a deep low-cut ne...
Roberto Cavalli Black Purple Pink Print Short Sleeve Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Ardmore, PA
Roberto Cavalli Black Purple Pink Print Short Sleeve Top Size EU 42
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2013 Chinoiserie Ming Porcelain Sheer Lace Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2013 Chinoiserie Ming Porcelain Sheer Lace Panel Evening Dress Condition: Good Vintage Condition. Please note size tag is missing.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Plunging Neckline Embellished Feathers Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Plunging Neckline Embellished Feathers Dress Size M
NWT Roberto Cavalli Light Purple Crystal Embellished Mini Dress Italian 40, 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Roberto Cavalli Crystal-Embellished Evening Mini Dress Designer color - Lilac Italian sizes available 40 and 42 - US 4 and 6. An invisible mesh, fully embroidered and decorated ...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli 2003 Animal Print Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Vintage Roberto Cavalli 2003 animal print midi dress. Features bustier style with cross back detailing, skinny double straps, allover animal print, boning detailing and fishtail silh...
Silk shirt-polo-dress with jungle print ROBERTO CAVALLI New
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk shirt-polo-dress with jungle print. Button and buttonhole closure on the top middle front. Elastic band on the middle back on the waist. New with tag SIZE 38 (Fr) M/ L
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Gold & Black Lace Evening Gown Dress S/S 2001 Size M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Runway - Gold & Black Lace Evening Gown Dress Spring/Summer 2001 Size Medium
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2007 Flowy Baby Blue Halter Neck Gown New With Tags
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This Roberto Cavalli gown embodies ethereal beauty with its soft pastel hues and intricate lace detailing. The halter neck design complements the flowing silhouette, creating a look ...