Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Rome Honors Legendary Designer Valentino
Valentino Garavani was a famous fashion designer who started his brand, Valentino, in 1959.
He dressed many important and famous women like Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn, and Julia Roberts.
He was known for his beautiful gowns and a special shade of red called 'Valentino red'.
He recently passed away at the age of 93 in Rome.
His public viewing in Rome allowed fans to pay their respects, and his funeral will be held in a central Rome basilica.
Valentino's designs were celebrated for their beauty and artistry, making them timeless pieces.
Valentino Garavani, founder of the house of Valentino, died at 93 in Rome.
He dressed iconic women like Princess Diana, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Audrey Hepburn.
His brand is renowned for Italian couture and the signature 'Valentino red'.
He created thousands of gowns but only one lehenga, made for Isha Ambani.
Rome held a two-day public viewing for Valentino, with his funeral scheduled for Friday in a central Rome basilica.
- Who
- Valentino Garavani, founder of the house of Valentino
- What
- Death of a renowned fashion designer and public viewing in Rome
- When
- Recently, at the age of 93; Public viewing on Wednesday; Funeral on Friday
- Where
- Rome, Italy
- Why
- To honor the legacy of Valentino and allow the public to pay their respects
Valentino's Legacy
Public Mourning
Valentino's Impact
Valentino's Legacy
Valentino's high-glamour gowns and iconic red shade symbolized Italian elegance and left a lasting legacy in fashion.
Public Mourning
Valentino's designs were celebrated for their beauty and artistry, making them timeless pieces.
Public Viewing
Valentino's Legacy
The public viewing allowed fans and admirers to pay their respects to the fashion icon.
Public Mourning
The event highlighted the deep emotional connection people had with Valentino and his work.
- Name
- Valentino Garavani
- Age at Death
- 93
- Location of Death
- Rome, Italy
- Career Span
- Over 60 years
- Notable Clients
- Princess Diana, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, Priyanka Chopra, Sonam Kapoor, Julia Roberts, Queen Rania of Jordan
- Brand Legacy
- Italian couture, 'Valentino red'
- Special Creation
- One lehenga for Isha Ambani
- Public Viewing
- Two-day public viewing in Rome
- Funeral Location
- Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri
- Founded
- 1959
