The combination of French and Italian traditions in the creation of clothing, as well as the game of proportions and decoration features brought international fame to Italian designer Valentino Garavani. He became a fashion legend, creating styles of outfits of leading world celebrities and not only. The Valentino dress has become a symbol of femininity, sophistication and the desire to express oneself in a modern way, without ignoring the classic traditions.
Fashion Trends 2016
The fall-winter 2016 ready-to-wear show defined new trends as the creators of the collection see them. The most popular were monochrome and black and white dresses. Prints of dragons, abstract and geometric motifs, a combination of drawings in one style attract attention. Traditional red dresses were also featured in the brand's collection. Models of colored lace did not become key, but only made minor color accents for the mood.
Most dress models were supplemented with a stand-up collar, which also indicates a trend orientation. A bow with long ties under the neck brought a feminine focus to the images. Separately, it is worth noting the presence of voluminous knitted sweaters that complement the Valentino dress in multi-layered ensembles.
Celebrities and brand Valentino
The designer began his career by studying in France, enrolling in the High Fashion Syndicate School. He worked for Dior, Balenciaga, Laroche and several other famous fashion houses before opening his first atelier in 1959. It happened in Italy when he was 27 years old. He lent $ 150,000 from his father to start his own business and quickly returned the amount thanks to the attention and favor of his famous clients. Rome at that time was the capital of world cinema, which attracted stars from different countries. Valentino clothing quickly gained popularity with Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy and other famous ladies.
Red Valentino dresses present an updated brand concept. It is designed for modern, confident women who want to look original and at the same time not betray the traditions of sophistication and elegance.
Valentino dresses are preferred by such modern celebrities as Olivia Wilde, Adele, Nicole Kidman, Keira Knightley, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston and many others. Photos from the red carpet are full of works by a global brand. Wedding dresses, which are created directly by order of Hollywood celebrities, are also very popular.
30 shades of red
Red color has become an integral attribute of Valentino Garavani collections. It has become a landmark brand for the brand. Not a single show is complete without the presentation of a red dress. In 2007, the designer retired. His latest collection was marked by a whole firework of red dresses. The show went down in history.
The designer talks about the existence of thirty shades of red that he used in his collections. Every year - another spectacular red dress.
Now the fashion house is led by Maria Grazia Curie, co-authored with Pier Paolo Piccioli, who breathed new life into the brand. Despite this, the essence remains unchanged: delicate silhouettes, floral prints, layered skirts, a game of proportions and, of course, feminine lace. In the light of the latest fashion trends, they deserve even more close attention. Valentino's red dress (lace) has become a favorite on red carpet and fashion shows.
Classic black
The fall-winter 2016 show marked another trend within the brand. They became plain black and black and white dresses. Styles and graphic solutions of silhouettes will allow you to choose an outfit even for the most demanding fashionistas. Black is a timeless classic, and the little black Valentino dress (photo below) must adorn the wardrobe of every fashionista. In the new season, the emphasis is on closed outfits that can be adapted for the office or study. A black Valentino dress will also be appropriate for holidays and parties. Gothic looks have become a source of inspiration for many designers for the 2016 winter season.
The charm of wedding images
A true work of art is the Valentino wedding dress. Models, actresses, aristocrats are honored to order a wedding outfit from the famous brand. In the new season, the creative duo leading the fashion house composed about a dozen wedding dresses that attracted the attention of fans from around the world. Nicky Hilton, Beatrice Borromeo, Sophie Hunter, Sophie Sanchez, Frida Gustavson, as well as several other famous personalities in the fashion world, emphasized their images with custom-made Valentino outfits. Key motives of the season: lace, chiffon, guipure, delicate embroidery, trains of various lengths, veils, decor with fluorescent beads, transparent inserts. And this is just a little of what the authors of dresses used, embodying the dreams of exquisite brides.
In one of his interviews, designer Valentino Garavani said that the dress should live its own life. Moreover, it should bring joy to the hostess. Valentino dress in any color can decorate the day and give admiring glances of others. This is a small dream embodied in every new image.