Valentino’s timeless glamour ends as iconic couturier dies at 93

Valentino Garavani, the legendary Italian designer behind Valentino’s famed red gowns and a staple of red carpets and royal wardrobes, died at his Rome home at age 93. A defining force in fashion from the 1960s until his 2008 retirement, his brand’s enduring elegance and signature aesthetics continued to influence couture and celebrity styling, with tributes highlighting his influence on the industry.