Paris mourns death of designer Valentino
AP News • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian couturier known for his signature "Valentino red" and timeless elegance, died at age 93, casting a somber mood over the opening day of Paris Fashion Week menswear.
- Valentino was celebrated as one of the last great 20th-century fashion legends who bridged Italian grandeur with Parisian couture traditions, influencing celebrity culture and high fashion for decades.
- Industry figures and guests reflected on his enduring legacy of refined style, restraint, and craftsmanship, contrasting with today’s faster, louder fashion cycles driven by branding and trends.
- Valentino’s work was praised for its architectural silhouette and sculptural quality, making his designs timeless and a lasting reference point in the fashion world.
