Valentino Garavani
1932 - 2026
The maestro of elegant eveningwear was a favourite of political ladies and celebrities alike, for decades.


Valentino’s Qatari Owner Said to Explore IPO of Designer Company
The Qatari owners of Valentino Fashion Group SpA are exploring options including an initial public offering of the Italian company, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Valentino’s Qatari Owner Said to Explore IPO of Designer Company
The Qatari owners of Valentino Fashion Group SpA are exploring options including an initial public offering of the Italian company, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.

Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.

Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?

Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?

Fashion Funnies | When They Were Kids
BoF brings you the next instalment of “When They Were Kids,” a cartoon series depicting fashion figures as children, created by our friend Fashion Cartoonist.

Fashion Funnies | When They Were Kids
BoF brings you the next instalment of “When They Were Kids,” a cartoon series depicting fashion figures as children, created by our friend Fashion Cartoonist.

Role Call | Danielle McGrory, Senior Digital Director
Danielle McGrory, senior digital director at KCD, says don’t ignore the physical, tangible world just because you’re immersed in digital.

Role Call | Danielle McGrory, Senior Digital Director
Danielle McGrory, senior digital director at KCD, says don’t ignore the physical, tangible world just because you’re immersed in digital.

Week in Review | Stefano Sassi, Sweaty Betty, Virginie Mouzat, 'Daigou' Agents
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Week in Review | Stefano Sassi, Sweaty Betty, Virginie Mouzat, 'Daigou' Agents
BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.

Pop Quiz | This Week's Answers
Answers to our Pop Quiz, which covers Valentino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and more.

Pop Quiz | This Week's Answers
Answers to our Pop Quiz, which covers Valentino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and more.

Pop Quiz | Gaultier, Valentino and Lagerfeld
How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Valentino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and more.

Pop Quiz | Gaultier, Valentino and Lagerfeld
How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Valentino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and more.

Stefano Sassi on Valentino's Turnaround
BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Stefano Sassi, chief executive officer of Valentino, to discuss the brand's remarkable revitalisation and return to the forefront of fashion.

Stefano Sassi on Valentino's Turnaround
BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Stefano Sassi, chief executive officer of Valentino, to discuss the brand's remarkable revitalisation and return to the forefront of fashion.

Showcasing the Power of Brand Vogue
The third Vogue Festival held over the weekend in London’s Southbank showcased the power of brand Vogue, and the breadth of its ambition in fashion education.

Showcasing the Power of Brand Vogue
The third Vogue Festival held over the weekend in London’s Southbank showcased the power of brand Vogue, and the breadth of its ambition in fashion education.
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