Legendary fashion designer, Valentino Garvani passes away

Legendary  fashion designer, Valentino Garavani has passed away, with condolences and tributes flooding in.

The Italian fashion designer passed away on Monday, January 19, 2025, at his Roman residence, surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral Arrangements

The lying in state for Valentino Garavani will be held at Piazza Mignanelli on Wednesday, January 21, 2025, and Thursday, January 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

His funeral will be held on Friday, January 23rd at 11 a.m. at the Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, Piazza della Repubblica 8, Rome.

Valentino Garavani’s Biography

Valentino Garavani was born on May 11, 1932, in Voghera, Lombardy.

Notably, he developed a passion for fashion at a young age, apprenticing under his aunt Rosa and local designer Ernestina Salvadeo.

Valentino moved to Paris, France , at 17 to.study at École des Beaux-Arts and Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne, honing his craft at Jean Dessés and Guy Laroche.

In 1960, he opened his eponymous fashion house in Rome, making his international debut in Florence in 1962.

However, the circumstances surrounding Valentino Garavani’s death remain unknown.

During his lifetime, he was known for his exquisite gowns, signature red color, and ultra-feminine designs.