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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VALENTINO lamb pink jacket
By Valentino
Located in Rubiera, RE
VALENTINO merinos lamb pink cocktail jacket Reversible jacket with cyclamen pink macramé lace A-line, crew neck, bell sleeves. Side pockets in pink silk. External fabric : merinos l...
VALENTINO 1998 Vintage Ivory Eyelet Blazer Jacket Wool Cashmere Runway
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino SS98 Vintage Ivory Super soft Eyelet pattern Scalloped edges Mother of pearl-like buttons Size US6 fits closer to a snug 4 / looser 2 Great vintage condition, minor feeling...
Valentino embroidered suede jacket
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Valentino suede jacket with beaded & embroidered accents Size – IT 6 / XS - S Length – 51,5 cm / 20,3'' Chest – 80 cm / 31,5'' Shoulders – 41...
Valentino light jacket 'Jungle Chic' by Valentino Garavanni circa 1998
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VALENTINO - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1998, under the artistic direction of Valentino Garavani. Light fitted jacket entirely embroidered with sequins creating an animal-print ...
Orange printed cotton jacket VALENTINO JEAN'S
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange printed cotton jacket. Branded button and buttonhole closure an the middle front, on the pocket and on the back of the waist. Top-stitched. SIZE M
Valentino S/S 2006 Runway Silk Fully Beaded & Embroidered Jacket Blazer size 4
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Valentino Silk Fully Embellished Blazer Jacket S/S 2006 Runway Collection Designer size - 4 100% Silk, Main Colors - Pink, Aqua and Black, Exquisite Beaded and Embroidered, Button Cl...
Leather and fabric jacket with Galaxy pattern VALENTINO
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather and jacquard fabric jacket with Galaxy pattern. Fabric composition: 69% polyester, 19% wool, 12% silk. Liocel ( look like rayon )lining. Pocket on both side. Snap closure on ...
Valentino Miss V Wool Jacket - '80s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This classic vintage wool jacket is from Valentino's Miss V label, featuring light shoulder pads that give it a beautiful structure. The gold buttons and low cut lapels add chic acce...
Valentino crop lace jacket
By Valentino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Valentino crop lace jacket Shoulders: 38 cm / 14.96 in Sleeve Length: 60 cm / 23.62 in Underarm Width: 44 cm / 17.32 in Jacket Length: 40 cm / 15.75 in size 38 excellent condition
Valentino Linen Jacket and Maxi Skirt 1990s
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous olive green linen jacket and skirt set from Valentino. The hip length vertical seamed jean style jacket has front button flap patch pockets and a small notched lapel colla...
Valentino Scallop Edge Black & White Cropped Jacket
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in London, GB
Classic feminine Valentino cropped jacket. Unworn with tag. Made from waffle textured white cotton and viscose mix with black scalloped edges. Perfectly tailored with neat collar, da...
Valentino Yellow Nappa Lambskin Leather Shirt Jacket, 1980s
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino buttery soft nappa lambskin golden yellow leather shirt jacket. This lightweight leather lends itself to endless layering silhouettes. The playful and vibrant shade of yell...
Valentino Vintage Black Leather + Persian Lamb Fur Double Breasted 1980s Vest
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and amazing vintage 80s VALENTINO leather vest! Features the softest Persian lamb collar! Double breasted shilouette, with a slight biker e...
VALENTINO 2023 black virgin wool power shoulder double breasted coat IT38 XS
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2023 black virgin wool power shoulder double breasted coat IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01440 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Collection: 2023 Material: Virgin W...
1980s Valentino Miss V White Sheer Nylon Embroidered Oversize Vintage 80s Jacket
By Valentino Miss V, Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing Valentino ‘Miss V’ 1980s white sheer nylon embroidered jacket or blouse ! The perfect layering piece, belted or alone. In great unworn condition Made in Italy Approximately ...
Valentino Bow&Ribbon Appliques CutWork HoundstoothWool B&W Cropped Jacket 1980s
By Valentino
Located in Chicago, IL
With grosgrain bows and ribbon appliques distinctly designed by Italian Valentino Garavani (1932-2026) to feminize a textile pattern and shape associated with traditional mens or mil...
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage cream wool tweed beaded collar contour bar jacket US8
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage cream wool tweed beaded collar contour bar jacket US8 Reference: CC/A00436 Brand: Valentino Material: Wool, Blend Color: Cream, Bronze Pattern: Solid Closu...
VALENTINO black PERSIAN LAMB FUR CROPPED Jacket 40 M
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino military style jacket in black persian lamb fur. With flat collar, detachable neck band, epaulettes, raglan sleeves, two diagonal pockets...
Valentino Blake Lively Fall 2015 Runway Size 2 Lace Wool Patchwork Jacket Coat
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
VALENTINO Fall / Winter 2015 Runway lace embroidered patchwork wool jacket ! Blake Lively wore the same coat to an event in 2015 to promote her film, “Ade...
VALENTINO Miss V 1980s Wool Cropped Blazer IT44
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO Vintage Miss V 1980's fuschia wool black trim bow front cropped blazer IT44 L Reference: MECG/A00342 Brand: Valentino Collection: Miss V Material: Wool Color: Pink, Black P...
Valentino lace jacket
By Valentino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Valentino Garavani shirt jacket with floral lace Valentino Ready To Wear collection, floral lace inserts, turn-down collar, front button fastening, long sleeves and straight hem. Co...
Valentino Women's Black See-Through Jacket Size M Made in Italy
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino black see through jacket totally made in italy in size M
Valentino fur coat 2017
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VALENTINO - (Made in Italy) Short mink fur coat with geommetrical flower pattern in brown, beige, and yellow tones. Size 40IT indicated, it fits a 36FR. 2017 Pre-Fall Collection unde...
VALENTINO blue denim jewel butterfly embellished trucker jacket IT40 S
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO blue denim multicolor jewel butterfly embellished trucker jacket IT40 S Reference: MECG/A00203 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Denim Color: Blue, M...
Valentino Forest Green 3-D Flowers Embroidery Beaded Lamb Leather Jacket size 10
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Valentino Vintage Embellished Green Leather Elegant and Feminine Fitted Jacket Designer size - 10 Soft Green Lamb Leather, 3-D Flowers Application, Exclusively Embroidered and Beade...
VALENTINO Leather Jacket with Cut Floral Design and Beaded Applique Size 38 2
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino jacket is composed of a cut out leather with floral pattern and black faceted bead applique throughout. There is a center front zipper closure. In excellent vintage ...
Vintage Valentino Black Leather Double Breasted Vest w/ Persian Lamb Collar
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Valentino soft black leather double breasted vest, with luxurious Persian lamb collar! So much style in this chic vintage number! Wonderful slimming fit, that looks g...
F/W 1992 Valentino Garavani Runway Gold Embroidered Leather Biker Jacket
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an amazing oversized gold thread embroidered Valentino Garavani leather biker jacket. From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection this fabulous jacket debuted on the season's runway modeled by Carla Bruni. With oversized proportions, this jacket is made complete with red and gold embroidery fashioned...
Valentino 2005 Mother Of Pearl Embellished Suede Jacket
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Absolutely incredible vintage Valentino suede jacket from the Spring 2005 collection. Unworn with tags. Made from buttery soft sand coloured goa...
VALENTINO Lambskin Floral Laser Cut Cropped Jacket IT40
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO beige lambskin leather floral tiered laser cut ruffle cropped jacket IT40 S Reference: MECG/A00360 Brand: Valentino Material: Leather Color: Beige Pattern: Floral Closure: ...
Valentino fur bolero
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VALENTINO - (Made in Italy) Neon-yellow mink fur bolero jacket. Size 42IT indicated, it fits a 38FR. A Collection circa 2018, under the artistic direction of Pierpaolo Piccioli. Con...
S/S 2003 Valentino Garavani Runway Gold Ring Buckle Open Blazer Top
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting A stunning black Valentino jacket from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this piece debuted on Mariacarla Boscono as part of look 38. Also featured in the season's ad cam...
Valentino leather jacket by Valentino Garavani circa 2000
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VALENTINO - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 2000 under the artistic direction of Valentino Garavani. Plunged beige lamb leather jacket with a V neck, ornamented with tulle and decor...
Valentino cashmere jacket
By Valentino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Vintage Valentino Cashmere Jacket, Made in Italy This elegant Valentino jacket, crafted in Italy from 100% premium cashmere, exemplifies impeccable tailoring and Italian craftsmansh...
Valentino Women Bow Tie Blazer US 6 Black Wool Asymmetrical Jacket Coat
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior - Tagged size 6 - No fabric tag feels like wool Condition: The jacket is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximat...
Valentino Black denim jacket feathers
By Valentino
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino Black denim jacket, wrist removable feathers. Size 42 Italian.
VALENTINO F/W 2006 Metallic Gold Shearling Lambskin Leather Embellished Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage VALENTINO Lambskin Shearling - Lined Jacket F/W 2006 Runway Collection Designer Size – 12 ( please check measurements ) Color – Metallic Gold 100% Lambskin ( Very Soft ), Emb...
Valentino 1990s Black Wool Jacket with Velvet Neck, Size 42, Women's
By Valentino
Located in Capri, IT
Valentino black wool jacket A totally made in italy black wool jacket, velvet neck totally made in italy in size 42
Valentino Light Lavender, Soft Calf Leather Jacket
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino light lavender, very soft calf leather with crystals embedded in all of the seams. Length 22", chest 36", waist 34", sleeve 20". Size 10
VALENTINO Vintage copper tone square buttons black cropped blazer IT44 L
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO Vintage copper tone square buttons black cropped blazer IT44 L Reference: JYLM/A00013 Brand: Valentino Material: Cotton, Viscose Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: ...
Vintage Valentino Wool Jacket
By Valentino, Valentino Miss V
Located in London, GB
A great vintage jacket for Fall / Winter by Valentino, Miss V. The jacket has a cut away collar, a four button front opening, four pockets and a two button cuff. It is fully lined. ...
Valentino Cyclamen Wool and Silk Blouse Size IT 38
By Valentino
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful Valentino long blouse Virgin wool (65%) and silk Cyclamen color Long sleeve Open on the breast Shoulder/hem cm 70 (27.55 inches) Shoulder cm 37 (14.56 inches) Size XS / It...
S/S 1993 Valentino Garavani Runway Embroidered Geometric Light Pink Skirt Suit
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a chic light pink Valentino skirt suit. From the Spring/Summer 1993 collection, the jacket from this set debuted on the season's runway. Thi...
Valentino Jacket Black Wool w/ Mink Trim New 12
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino very beautiful single breast 2 button black jacket. Beautifully edged in mink around bottom, cuffs and rear vent. Trim runs down outer arm. Buttons a...
VALENTINO Size 38 Purple & Grey Floral Silk Notch Lapel Sport Coat
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO sport coat comes in a purple & grey floral silk featuring a notch lapel, flap pockets, and a two button closure. Made in Italy.New With Tags. Marked: 48 Measurements...
VALENTINO white blue red wool NAUTICAL STRIPED CROPPED Jacket 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino nautical striped blazer in navy, red, and off-white virgin wool (85%) and silk (15%). With flat collar, three button-decorated folded patch pockets onthe fro...
Valentino Black Astrakhan Lamb Fur Karakul Biker Jacket IT42
By Valentino
Located in Brossard, QC
Fitted silhouette. Ribbed elbows and back Leather lining Composition: Broadtail sheep, Goat leather, lamb leather Lined: Lamb leather Specialist Cleaning Made in Italy Size 42" Shou...
Valentino Alessandro Michele Prefall 2025 tweed jacket
By Valentino, Alessandro Michele
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Alessandro Michele Pre-Fall 2025 Collection Pastel tweed and gold lurex jacket, edged in ecru rhinestone crepe mousseline. Italian size 40.
Valentino Black Wool Blazer Jacket, Size 10
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Collar - 3/4 sleeves with bow detail - Front button closure - Cropped style
Black satin quilted vest with fur collar Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin quilted vest with fur collar and fabric covered button. SIZE 6 THIS JACKET CANNOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE OF FRANCE (BECAUSE OF THE FUR)
Valentino Black Leather Studded Jacket Size 8
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Valentino Black Leather Studded Jacket Size 8 Product details: Size 8 Silver tone geometric and turquoise round studs detail Collar Zip closure Two front...
1980s Valentino Beaded Cuff Jacket
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A late 1980’s Valentino Boutique black fine wool double-face crepe fitted jacket with a round neckline and style seams, the two-piece set-in sleeves featuring a cascading embroidered...
Vintage Valentino Jacket Polka Dot
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
An elegant green polka dot jacket by Valentino, Boutique line. The jacket is made of wool crepe and lined in silk. It has a v neckline and a three square button fastening at the bott...
VALENTINO green camouflage print herringbone wool blazer jacket IT50 L
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO green camouflage print herringbone wool blazer jacket IT50 L Reference: PRCG/A00029 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Wool Color: Green, Khaki Patter...
VALENTINO sage green wool blend BELTED Coat Jacket 42 M
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino between seasons coat in pale sage green virgin wool (95%) and cashmere (5%). Features a a brown 'V' belt in cowhide (100%) and two side slit pockets. Opens w...
Evening brocade single- breasted jacket Valentino NEW with tag
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening brocade single- breasted jacket . Fabric composition: 50% silk 30% acrilyc, 20% polyester. Lining: 100% polyester New with tag. 2 extras buttons provided. SIZE 6
Valentino Spring 2006 Chinese Floral Blazer Jacket
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in London, GB
Absolutely gorgeous, super feminine luxurious archival Valentino jacket from the Spring 2006 collection. Unworn and comes with original tag and spare button. Made from pale green cot...
Off-white crêpe single breasted jacket with flowers prints Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White crêpe single breasted jacket with flowers prints. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably rayon. Button and buttonhole in the middle front and cuffs. Bow on both ...
VALENTINO ivory wool & silk SPLIT BAKC Coat Jacket 44 L
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino a line coat in off-white wool (71%) and silk (29%). Features two slit pockets on the front and a black box pleat at the back. Opens with five buttons on the ...
VALENTINO black & red cotton VLTN LOGO HOODED Coat Jacket 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino hooded coat in black cotton (54%) and polyester (46%). Features a red VLTN logo, two patch pockets on the front and flared cuffs. Opens with seven push butto...