Valentino Garavani, Iconic Fashion Designer, Dies at 93
The 'last emperor of fashion' behind Rosso Valentino red passed away, leaving a legacy of passion and elegance seen in the brand's latest collections.
Key Points
- Born 1932, Garavani created Rosso Valentino in 1959 as a symbol of passion, power, and femininity.
- Dubbed 'last emperor of fashion,' inspired by opera, art, and elegance.
- Death at 93 celebrated in Andorra with archival images and brand's new collections like Studdy shoes and Cady gown.
- Legacy continues in autumn-winter 2025-2026 line, Spike lipstick, and VLogo minibag.
Valentino Garavani, the legendary Italian fashion designer renowned for his iconic Rosso Valentino red, has died at the age of 93.
Known as the "last emperor of fashion," Garavani transformed the vivid hue into a symbol of passion, power, and femininity. Drawing inspiration from opera, art, and unapologetic elegance, he first established the shade in 1959, making it the enduring signature of the Valentino fashion house.
The designer, born in 1932, passed away recently, with his death marked as spanning 1932-2026 in tributes. His legacy endures through the brand's latest collections, including the autumn-winter 2025-2026 line featuring 10cm-heeled Studdy salon shoes in an Antique Brass finish, a long silk Cady Couture gown with a back bow and waist ruching in the mythic red, the matte Spike lipstick from Valentino Beauty, and a new VLogo Signature leather minibag for 2026.
In Andorra, the fashion community is paying homage to Garavani, celebrating his influence on style and luxury that resonates locally. Archival images, such as one from Rome around 1999 showing him with his models, underscore his commanding presence in the industry.
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