VALENTINO GARAVANI, Renowned Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died at the age of 93, according to a statement released by his foundation.
He passed away peacefully in Rome, Italy, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Valentino Garavani was regarded as one of the most influential figures in international haute couture. He was best known for founding the luxury fashion house Valentino and for his signature use of bold red gowns, famously known as “Valentino Red.”
Over a career that spanned more than six decades, Garavani dressed royalty, Hollywood stars, and global icons. His work earned widespread recognition for its timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and refined glamour.
Born in Voghera, Italy, in 1932, Garavani studied fashion in Paris before returning to Italy. He later established his fashion house in Rome in 1960, where his designs quickly gained international acclaim and cemented his status as a leading force in luxury fashion.
Throughout his career, Garavani received numerous honors recognizing his contributions to the fashion industry and remained a symbol of Italian style around the world.
The foundation confirmed that a funeral service is scheduled to take place on Friday in Rome. Additional details regarding memorial arrangements have not yet been released.
Garavani’s death marks the end of a significant era in fashion, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence couture and design across generations.
