Archive · 29 Jan 2026
Valentino's First Couture Show After Founder's Death
Valentino, a famous fashion house, had its first big show after its founder, Valentino Garavani, passed away.
The show was in Paris and was very different.
Guests sat in special seats with small windows to watch the models, like looking through a peep show.
The clothes were shiny and sparkly, but not as wild as usual.
Many important people were there, like Sir Elton John and Kirsten Dunst.
The show was emotional because everyone had just been at the founder's funeral.
Some people thought the clothes were not as exciting as they could be, but everyone agreed the show was well put together.
Valentino's first couture show since founder Valentino Garavani's death was held in Paris.
The show featured a unique setup with guests viewing models through small windows in a sterilized, futuristic setting.
Creative director Alessandro Michele presented a collection with disco sheen, sparkle, and gems, but it was considered comparatively restrained.
Notable guests included Sir Elton John, Kirsten Dunst, Dakota Johnson, Lily Allen, and Tyla.
The emotional context of the show was heightened as many guests had just attended Garavani's funeral in Rome.
- Who
- Valentino's creative director Alessandro Michele and notable guests including Sir Elton John and Kirsten Dunst
- What
- Valentino's first couture show since the death of founder Valentino Garavani
- When
- January 28, 2026
- Where
- Paris
- Why
- To present the new couture collection and honor the legacy of Valentino Garavani
- Event
- Valentino's first couture show since founder Valentino Garavani's death
- Location
- Paris
- Creative Director
- Alessandro Michele
- Notable Guests
- Sir Elton John, Kirsten Dunst, Dakota Johnson, Lily Allen, Tyla
- Show Theme
- Sterilized, futuristic cell with restricted viewing
- Collection Style
- Disco sheen, sparkle, gems, bedazzled headwear, layered gold collars
- Emotional Context
- Guests fresh from Garavani's funeral in Rome
- Industry Reaction
- Mixed reviews on the collection's ambition and restraint