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 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...
NWT $9800 Valentino Black Leather Suede Studded Fringe Trim Cape size 4 Oversize
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Valentino Black Leather Suede Studded Fringe Trim Cape Designer size - 4 ( will fit bigger sizes also, pls. check measurements) Black lambskin leather, embellished collar with me...
Valentino White Cotton Shirt
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A chic cotton shirt by Valentino, main line. In a wonderful white cotton , the shirt has a stand up collar with large frill /pleat detail on the front. It has button cuffs and hidden...
VALENTION black silk PUSSY BOW Blouse 40 S
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino long-sleeve plastron collar pussy bow blouse in black silk (100%) and collar and cuffs in white cotton (100%). Opens with cov...
90s VALENTINO One shoulder Black Lace Gown with Leopard sequins
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1992-93 Valentino one shoulder black lace dress with gold and black Leopard sequins on the sleeves. lace has metallic sheen to it. Fit size 4 Bu...
VALENTINO black cotton LASER CUT OVERSIZED Crewneck Sweater XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino oversized laser-cut detailed sweater in black cotton (97%) and elastane (3%). Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measurements Tag Size XS Size XS...
Valentino Alessandro Michele Prefall 2025 ruffle silk pink skirt
By Valentino, Alessandro Michele
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Alessandro Michele - Pre-Fall 2025 Collection Nude silk taffeta ruffled skirt. Italian size 40.
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VALENTINO metallic lurex graphic V rainbow scar tie collar blouse IT38 XS
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO metallic lurex graphic V rainbow scar tie collar blouse IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00101 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Polyester, Metal Color: Mult...
Vintage Valentino Woven Skirt Suit
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Valentino Red & White Blazer with Skirt is a striking and sophisticated ensemble that captures the essence of the brand’s luxury and high-fashion appeal. Valentino is renowned for ...
1980's VALENTINO cream and tan sweater with puff shoulders
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Cream and tan sweater with puff shoulders designed by Valentino dating to the early 1980's. Best fits an XS or S. Approximate measurements (unstretched)...
Valentino Pink Leather Bow Heels - 41
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These Valentino pink leather platform heels have a large bow in the front and an ankle strap. They are in good condition with some wear to the leather on the back of the heel, bottom...
1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This elegant cocktail dress was designed as part of Valentino’s 1983 Fall haute couture collection. Many high profile, couture clients request minor variations to runway looks and we...
Valentino silk shirt lace
By Valentino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Valentino silk shirt lace Valentino silk shirt, lace The lace cuffs on this Valentino Garavani shirt create the illusion of two styles superimposed on each other. It was made in ...
1980's VALENTINO black pleated strapless dress
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, pleated , silk mini dress from Valentino Boutique dating to the early 1980's. Fits a size 6 or possibly an 8. Approximate measurements are: bust 36", waist 28", hips 36", ...
VALENTINO burgundy silk FLORAL PLEATE WIDE LEG Pants 42 M
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
Valentino floral pleated wide pants in raspberry, rose, black, and pale blue silk (100%) with belt loops, two slit-pockets on the sides and two welt-pockets on the back. Close with a...
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Valentino Pre-Fall 2017 Women's Floral Silk Blouse with Puff Sleeves
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Stunning Valentino floral silk blouse from the Pre-Fall 2017 collection - look 14 on the runway. Bought for £1650 and new with tag. Made from smooth black crepe de chine with a paste...
VALENTINO red silk PRINTED PUSSY BOW TUNIC Blouse Shirt 4 XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino high-neck pussy-bow tunic shirt in red silk (100%). Features a high-low cut and poet sleeves. Opens with seven buttons on the front. Unlined. Has been and wo...
Brown Valentino Cropped V-Neck Cardigan Size US S
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Brown cotton cropped V-neck cardigan by Valentino. Mesh trim at three-quarter sleeves. Button closures at center front. 29" bust, 15.5" shoulder width, 18" length.
VALENTINO red wool & silk EMBELLISHED Sleeveless Flared Dress 44 L
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Valentino sleeveless dress in red virgin wool 65% silk (35%) embellished with multicolor cabochon studs. Lined in red silk. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Ta...
1978 Runway Documented Valentino Floral Black Silk Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A very special runway documented Valentino maxi dress from the spring 1978 collection and designed by Mr Garavani a few years after founding his Valentino Boutique line. Tailored fro...
Valentino 1980s Miss V Fuchsia Wool Cropped Blazer IT44 Women's Jacket
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 black silk FAUX WRAP MIDI Skirt 38 XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino high-waisted faux-wrap skirt in black silk (100%). Closes with a concealed zipper in the back. Lined in silk (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condit...
Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 printed silk chevron dress
By Alessandro Michele, Valentino
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Alessandro Michele Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Silk dress printed with a chevron pattern of beige and black "V"s, jewel collar and nude cuffs. Italian size 40. Very go...
VALENTINO red & white cotton 2021 STRIPED OVERSIZED Sweater XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino 2021 oversized striped sweater in red and white cotton (100%). Features a 'Valentino' Logo font on the back, 3/4 sleeves, a boa...
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VALENTINO cream 100% silk V logo black piping collared pajama shirt IT36 XXS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO cream 100% silk V logo black piping collared pajama shirt IT36 XXS Reference: LNKO/A02344 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Silk Color: Cream, Black ...
Valentino Long Couture Silk Cady Jumpsuit IT42 US6
By Valentino
Located in Brossard, QC
Valentino's V emblem stands out in high-contrast red against the white silk fabrication of this jumpsuit. Round neckline Long sleeves Concealed back hook and zip closure Concealed bu...
Valentino Garavani Leather Love Latch Heels
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Valentino Garavani Leather Love Latch Heels Black pumps crafted in smooth leather with beige trim. Detailed with cage leather strap lined with silver eyelets, pointed toe and stile...
Valentino Set Haute Couture Pleated Skirt in Silk Crepe
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Set Haute Couture composed of a top entirely embroidered with pearls and sequins, and a pleated skirt in silk crepe. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Additional inform...
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Valentino Black Silk Chiffon Multi-Layered Cocktail Dress Bodice Cut Outs, 2007
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
2007 Valentino black silk chiffon cocktail dress with multi-layered flared skirt with an opening at the top layer. Bodice constructed from pieces of ruched fabric in a basket weave ...
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VALENTINO beige cashmere silk bead embellished crop cardigan M
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO beige cashmere silk bead embellished crop cardigan M Reference: CC/A00440 Brand: Valentino Material: Cashmere, Silk Color: Beige, Silver Pattern: Floral Closure: Button Ext...
Vintage Black Silk Valentino Blouse
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A chic black silk Valentino silk blouse , Valentino Night range. The blouse has a 4 button back ( and zip ) opening. The sleaves are tapered wi...
Vintage Valentino White Linen Blouse
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A white linen blouse by Valentino, Boutique line. The blouse has a round neckline, with off centre opening with three buttons. It has single button cuff...
1990S Valentino Lime Green & Pink Silk Floral Runway Sample Top
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Runway sample with original hadnwritten style number tag inside 1990S Valentino Lime Green & Pink Silk Floral Runway Sample Top
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VALENTINO 2022 Runway brown silk taffeta wide collar neck tie shirt IT38 XS
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2022 Runway brown silk taffeta wide collar neck tie shirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00265 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Collection: 2022 - Runway Material: ...
new 2016 VALENTINO black silk runway dress with plissé folds and elegant draping
By Valentino
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black silk dress with plissé folds and elegant draping from Valentino exactly as seen on the runway for fall of 2016. Italian size 40. Approximate measu...
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VALENTINO 2022 Runway blue silk tafetta relaxed neck tie oversized shirt IT38 XS
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2022 Runway blue silk tafetta relaxed neck tie oversized shirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00266 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Collection: 2022 - Runway Mater...
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Valentino Vintage Women's Beaded Knit Plunge V Neck Top Circa 1990s
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino beaded knit, plunge V neckline top in brown. White & crystal beads and sequins trim the neckline and cuffs. Pull on top has 3/4 length sleeves an...
Vintage Black Valentino Miss V Long Sleeve Wool Dress
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Vintage black long sleeve wool dress by Valentino Miss V. Crew neck. Structured shoulders. Ruching at side. Zip closure at back. 30" bust, 28" waist, 41" length, 18" shoulder width.&...
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Valentino Polka Dot Red Silk Blouse
By Valentino
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage red silk Valentino from the miss V collection with white polkadots. we offer more vintage items, view our frontstore The blouse has two parts at the side for closing, there...
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VALENTINO black glitter cloud star jacquard short sleeve fit flare dress S
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO black glitter cloud star jacquard short sleeve fit flare dress S Reference: YIKK/A00065 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Black...
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VALENTINO VLTN Le Rouge Kisses red sequin lips embroidery oversized hoodie XXS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO VLTN Le Rouge Kisses white red sequin lips embroidery oversized hoodie XXS Reference: AAWC/A01135 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Collection: Le Rouge Kisses...
VALENTINO 2011 Runway brown feather print pony hair ankle strap pumps EU37
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2011 Runway brown feather print pony hair ankle strap pumps EU37 Reference: MELK/A00324 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Collect...
Vintage Valentino Navy Contrast Trim Cropped Tailored Blazer Jacket
By Valentino
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Elegant vintage Valentino tailored blazer rendered in a sophisticated navy hue with striking ivory contrast trim throughout. This beautifully structured Italian-made piece captures t...
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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
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VALENTINO Pier Paolo Piccioili 2022 silk moire PP silk mini shirt dress IT38 XS
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO Pier Paolo Piccioili 2022 silk moire PP Pink 100% silk mini shirt dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01542 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Model: Silk-moire mini...
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 baby blue velvet trim clear PVC strappy flat sandals EU37
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO baby blue velvet trim clear PVC strappy flat sandals EU37 Reference: MELK/A00325 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Velvet, PVC Color: Blue, Clear Pat...
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 1980s Black Leather Jacket and Skirt Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Black leather jacket and skirt ensemble by Valentino from the 1980s. The jacket features a mandarin collar, front button closure with covered buttons, and long sleeves with decorativ...
VALENTINO 2024 Mossi cream blue rose multicolour sequin tweed gilet vest IT42 M
By Alessandro Michele, Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 2024 Mossi cream blue rose multicolour sequinned tweed gilet vest IT42 M Reference: MELK/A00553 Brand: Valentino Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: Mossi Sequined Cotton...
Vintage Valentino Boutique dress, 1980's
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Valentino Boutique evening dress from the 1980’s Collection Sequin Embellishments Concealed Zip Closure at Back Size – L, but actual M Fabric – not listed Condition – ve...
1980S VALENTINO Leopard Print Black & Bronze Silk Chiffon Bead Encrusted Wrap S
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
1980S VALENTINO Leopard Print Black & Bronze Silk Chiffon Bead Encrusted Wrap Skirt
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Valentino Blue and Multi Print Dress with Pockets - 42
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This fun Red Valentino dress has hues of red, purple, blue, green, and ivory. The dress is spaghetti strap and features a gathered waist, small bow tie belt...
Valentino Womens Back Bow Tie Mini Dress Size IT 40 Black Wool Silk Above Kneee
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior with two mini bows in the back - Tagged size 40 - Made of 65% wool 35% silk Condition: The dress is brand new with tags Measurements: ( Approximately In In...
Y2K Valentino Multicolor Abstract Sequin Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Circa Y2K Valentino Multicolor Abstract Sequin Skirt, a striking piece that captures the essence of early 2000s fashion. This knee...
VALENTINO blue cotton 2023 WASHED DENIM STRAIGHT Jeans Pants 27 XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino jeans in blue 100% cotton washed denim, the soft, lived-in wash lending an effortlessly cool, relaxed character to this elevated luxury Valentino take on a w...
Valentino 'Boutique' Floral chiffon & Lace top
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful Valentino's 'Boutique' Multicolored floral print top are in shades of light and dark browns with accents of brick and cream colors. The lace accent detailing makes thi...
VALENTINO black cream beaded lace collar virgin wool cashmere crop sweater XS
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO black cream beaded lace collar virgin wool cashmere crop sweater XS Reference: AAWC/A01095 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Virgin Wool, Cashmere Co...
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...
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Valentino 1990s Leopard Animal Print Black Ivory Gold V Cufflinks Silk Blouse
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s VALENTINO MS V leopard animal print silk top ! Features black, ivory and gold metallic throughout. Gold V logo cufflinks at each sleeve ...