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Valentino Garavani

Valentino

Valentino Clemente Ludovico Garavani , known mononymously as Valentino, was an Italian fashion designer who founded Valentino S.p.A., a luxury fashion house, in 1960 and served as its creative director until 2007. A flamboyant designer noted for his retro pieces and celebrity collaborations, he is regarded as one of the preeminent figures in haute couture. Born in Voghera, Valentino apprenticed in fashion design at a young age before moving to Paris to continue his studies. After attending the Beaux-Arts de Paris and the École de la Chambre Syndicale, he began his career at Jean Dessès and Guy Laroche, later returning to Rome to work under Emilio Schuberth and Vincenzo Ferdinandi.

Valentino Garavani
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Houses & roles

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YearsHouse & roleExplore at Sui Generis
1960ValentinoFounder / co-founderCollection archive →Read the house guide →
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