Valentino, the Italian luxury fashion house, was created by fashion designer Valentino Garavani.

Who made Valentino?

  • Valentino S.p.A. was founded in 1960 by Italian designer Valentino Clemente Ludovico Garavani in Rome, Italy.
  • He opened his own fashion house on Via Condotti in Rome, establishing what would become the Valentino brand.

Key people behind the brand

  • Valentino Garavani was the original creative force, known for his signature ā€œValentino redā€ dresses and elegant couture.
  • Giancarlo Giammetti, his long‑time business partner, helped build the company structure and global business around Valentino’s designs.

Recent context and latest news

  • Valentino Garavani passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 93, marking the end of an era for the house he founded.
  • The brand continues today as a major luxury label, now part of the Valentino Fashion Group and led by newer executives and creative directors.

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