Passing of Italian Fashion Designer Valentino
January 19, 2026
Italian fashion designer Valentino has passed away at the age of 93. Born in Voghera, he showed an early interest in fashion, choosing red as his symbolic color. After studying in Milan, he moved to Paris and later returned to Rome, where he shaped his career. His partnerships, particularly with Giancarlo Giametti, marked significant moments in his life. Valentino left a lasting legacy in fashion, especially with his iconic all-white collection in 1967.