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Valentino
A Grand Italian Epic
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For almost half a century Valentino dominated Italian haute couture, dressing the world's wealthiest and most glamorous women. Only a few years after opening his fashion house in Rome in 1959, he could already count Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, and Audrey Hepburn among his devotees. Despite his retirement in 2008 and death in 2026, little has changed - his brand continues to thrive and prosper, worn by celebrities like Emma Roberts, Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, and Lady Gaga. Valentino consistently designed magnificent gowns, never wavering from his signature style, despite trends like grunge, deconstruction, and minimalism, or the unstoppable rise of athleisure. This book traces his illustrious career through copious images from his personal archives, including drawings, editorial shoots for magazines, advertisements, portraits, and documentary photography. Presented chronologically, the sumptuous visual archive is accompanied by a vast array of newspaper and magazine articles about Valentino throughout the years. Combined, they provide a richly detailed portrait of the man, his milieu, and his enduring creative legacy.
Extent: 576 pp
Format: Hardback
Publication date: 2025-10-30
Size: 34.4 x 26.4 cm
ISBN: 9783754400692
Praise for Valentino
[A] book for true aesthetes.
Glass Magazine
A perfect book for anyone who loves fashion at its highest level.
Just Luxe
The book has been assiduously researched and the photographs of luscious models wearing astonishing gowns take your breath away... this book is amazing value for besotted fashionistas.
The Mail on Sunday
This mighty tome is like a mobile archive, with testimonials from friends, muses and admirers such as Anjelica Huston, Claudia Schiffer and Tom Ford, a timeline of his life, lavish photography and an exhaustive array of articles.
The Times
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