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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S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Hot Pink Fuschia Suede low rise Y2k Midi skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Y2k, Spring/Summer 2004 Just Cavalli by Roberto Cavalli Skirt. Crafted in a hot pink, supple soft unlined Fuschia suede with decorative jaguar pendant...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2005 Wool Flare Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
Wool flare skirt Roberto Cavalli crafted in black textured wool with distinctive raw-edge finishing throughout. Features high-waisted silhouette with fitted hip section transitioning...
Brown & Black Roberto Cavalli Silk Leopard Print Maxi Skirt Size US S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Brown and black silk leopard print maxi skirt by Roberto Cavalli. Side closure. 27" waist, 27" hips, 45" length.
Roberto Cavalli garden party style skirt, 2000s
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Genova, IT
Roberto Cavalli garden party style skirt ABOUT A flared skirt with a romantic floral print in shades of blue on a white background, it is designed by Roberto Cavalli and is a garme...
Leopard printed skirt with ripped- off silk chiffon over-lays Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leopard printed skirt with ripped- off silk chiffon over-lays. Main fabric composition: 98% cotton, 2% stretch. Silk chiffon top-lays. Zip closure in the middle back + branded zip-p...
Roberto Cavalli 1999 Vintage Horse Print Cotton Maxi Skirt for Women
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Very exceptional one of the last pieces! Given its age and the distinctive nature of the 1999 Roberto Cavalli Horse Print Maxi Skirt, it has become a rare and highly collectible item...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 White Layered Silk Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Roberto Cavalli - Sold by Skof.Archive - Spring Summer 2013 - Runway Piece - Laser-cut openwork pattern along the waistband with intricate floral/botanical motifs - Sem...
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Baroque Printed Denim Corset Lace Up Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning baroque Roberto Cavalli skirt. From Spring/Summer 2003, this skirt depicts a baroque style room with musical instruments....
F/W 2000 Roberto Cavalli Tiger Print Metallic Glitter Denim Skirt Y2K
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous tiger print skirt designed by Roberto Cavalli for his Fall/Winter 2000 collection. This iconic print became a house heritage staple and was reintroduced by Faus...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Floral Denim Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Spring Summer 2004 floral mini skirt . Features a denim base with painterly floral print in saturated tones of red, pink, and yellow. Distressed detailing , g...
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 Black Suede Asymmetric Belted Mini Skirt circa Y2K
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Roberto Cavalli Black Suede Asymmetric Belted Mini Skirt is a bold and eye-catching piece that captures the essence of Y2K fashion with a touch of timeless sophistication. Crafted fr...
Vintage 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Silk Maxi Ruffle Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Silk Maxi Ruffle Skirt. This silk red skirt feature a long maxi style. Ruffles along the bottom of the skirt in asymmetric styling. In Excellent Vin...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print 1990s Sexy Red + Yellow BodCon Denim Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage ROBERTO CAVALLI early 90s red and yellow cheetah / leopard print bodycon skirt! Features an allover animal print. Hugs the body in all the right places. Flattering low r...
Brown leather skirt with pattern and stretch tulle inset Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather skirt with pattern and stretch tulle inset. Branded lining composition: 100% cupro SIZE S
S/S2005 Roberto Cavalli runway floral maxi silk skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S2005 Roberto Cavalli runway floral maxi silk skirt This Roberto Cavalli skirt from the Spring/Summer 2005 runway collection is crafted from flowing silk with a bold mix of floral...
Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Cavalli leopard print cotton skirt is detailed with gold hardware center-back zipper which measures 6". The waistband measures 2" in wi...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage 2005 Women's Brown Tiered Ruffle Maxi Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant expression of Roberto Cavalli’s romantic, bohemian sensibility, this Spring/Summer 2005 tiered maxi skirt embodies effortless drama through volume, movement, and refined c...
S/S2001 Roberto Cavalli runway long denim skirt with gold details
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S 2001 Roberto Cavalli runway long denim skirt with gold details This striking denim skirt from Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2001 runway collection captures the brand’s opulent...
ROBERTO CAVALLI Vintage 2000s Python Print Silk Mermaid Maxi Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Vintage 2000s Roberto Cavalli maxi skirt, crafted from lightweight silk in a python print with softly blended neutral gradient tones. The fluid cut skims the hips before flaring into...
2000S Roberto Cavalli Poly/Lycra Jersey Low-Rise Gothic Snake Print Skirt With
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
2000S Roberto Cavalli Poly/Lycra Jersey Low-Rise Gothic Snake Print Skirt With Subtle Train
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Black Silk Satin Slash Cutout Flare Maxi Skirt
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...
Printed and branded skirt with wrapped belt Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and branded skirt with wrapped belt around the waist. Fabric composition: 98% cotton 2% elasthane. Pocket on both side + buckle closure on the belt . SIZE M on tag but fit ...
S/S 2005 Roberto Cavalli Brown Ruffle Silk Taffeta Maxi Flare Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous dark brown maxi skirt by Roberto Cavalli from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection. Similar designs of maxi skirts were showcased on the season's runway. This fabu...
New Roberto Cavalli Butterfly Print Silk Maxi Skirt Italian size 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Silk Butterfly Print Maxi Skirt Italian size - 40 100% Silk, Butterfly and Snake Skin Print, Front High Slit, Black Silk Lining, Zip Closure. A-line Style. Measur...
Roberto Cavalli 1990s Black Ruffle Midi Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of vintage glamour with the Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Ruffle Midi Skirt. This exquisite piece is not just a skirt; it's a true work of art, showcasing the inimitable style and drama that Roberto Cavalli is renowned for. The perfect midi length is both classic and contemporary, offering a versatile option for any occasion. The stretchy ribbed waistband not only adds comfort but also accentuates the waist, providing a flattering silhouette that you'll adore. However, what truly sets this skirt apart is the cascading black chiffon ruffles. These layers of ruffles are expertly draped to create an aura of drama and elegance, all while enhancing the natural curves of your figure. It's a stunning example of how fashion can be both bold and flattering. The unique black sequin decal at the center of both the front and back adds a touch of femininity, making this skirt a masterpiece of vintage glamour. It's a nod to the extravagance of a bygone era, and it's ready to make a statement wherever you choose to wear it. Style this with a Jean Paul Gaultier top, a Fendi handbag and some Manolo kitten...
Roberto Cavalli Black Satin Flared Skirt With Gold Stitching
By Just Cavalli, Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage skirt from Roberto Cavalli's "Just Cavalli" collection. The black satin skirt features gold stitching, a flared hem, ankle length...
Roberto Cavalli Zebra And Floral Bias Cut Maxi Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Roberto Cavalli bias cut maxi skirt that features zebra print and floral insets, elastic waistband, and ankle length. * Roberto...
Roberto Cavalli Women's Brown Cotton A-Line Skirt, Size 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Brown color With belt Golden inserts
Roberto Cavalli skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ROBERTO CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Black stretch mesh skirt with silvery lurex threads. Size 40IT indicated, it fits a 36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 28 cm ...
Elegant Black Flared Skirt with Embroidered Detailing by Class Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, IT
This sophisticated black skirt by Class Roberto Cavalli embodies the refined aesthetic of the brand's diffusion line. Crafted in Italy, the skirt features a flattering flared silhoue...
Roberto Cavalli Black Flare Skirt circa Y2K
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Roberto Cavalli Black Flare Skirt circa Y2K is a quintessential statement piece that embodies the bold and glamorous aesthetic of early 2000s fashion. Crafted from a luxurious black ...
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Wrinkled Black Leather Bandage Flare Mini Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Roberto Cavalli mini skirt from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection is cut in a flared silhouette with a fitted, wide bandage waistband. ...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 1998 Grey Cherry Blossom Print Wrap Midi Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 1998 collection of Roberto Cavalli, this wrap midi skirt is executed in a fine stretch fabric printed with a graduated cherry blossom motif — slender branching stems car...
Roberto Cavalli Glittered Skirt size 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Just Cavalli Polyester (97%) and elasthane Black color Metal buckle Total length cm 40 (15.7 inches) Waist cm 35 (13.7 inches)
New Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Denim Cutout Buckles Mini Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
New Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Denim Cutout Buckles Mini Skirt IT 40 Look 7 on S/S 2016
Roberto Cavalli Velvet skirt size 44
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Roberto Cavalli Class Viscose (82%) Silk Black color Velvet effect Total length cm 59 (23.2 inches) Waist cm 35 (13.7 inches)
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 Pencil Skirt Semi Sheer Pleated Ruffle Hem Black S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Roberto Cavalli black pencil skirt. Skirt has 1.75" translucent pleated fringe at bottom. Hidden rear zip with hook and eye at waist. Fabric is wool, nylon an...
Cavalli Fringed Golden Leather and Suede Skirt
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Cavalli - (Made in Italy) Fringed golden leather and suede skirt. Size 38. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 34 cm - Length: 40 cm Seller Re...
Roberto Cavalli Black Velvet Maxi Evening Skirt, Size 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The skirt features floor length with side zip closure.