Grammys 2026 red carpet showcased boundary-pushing fashion, from Chappell Roan’s nipple-ring sheer Mugler gown to Sabrina Carpenter’s pearl-draped Valentino, with a mix of black-and-white silhouettes, tuxedo moments, and other statement looks that defined the night's style.
At the Grammys, Sabrina Carpenter turned heads in a white custom Valentino gown with transparent cape sleeves, a floral beaded bodice, and a pearl-crystal, multi-tiered ruffle skirt, paired with rosy makeup and blonde waves. She’s nominated for six awards for her album Man’s Best Friend (Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Solo Performance, Best Music Video for Manchild), tied for the most nominations with Bad Bunny and Leon Thomas, while Kendrick Lamar leads with nine. Carpenter is set to perform at the show and, after the Grammys, will guest-star on a Muppet Show Special and headline festivals such as Lollapalooza and Coachella.
Donatella Versace paid tribute to the late Valentino Garavani in Rome by wearing a bright red suit and matching platform heels—a nod to Valentino’s iconic 'Valentino red'—as she walked arm-in-arm with Pierpaolo Piccioli; Valentino died at 93 and funeral plans were set to take place the following day as the fashion world mourns.
Valentino Garavani, the legendary couturier who dressed Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, Julia Roberts, Keira Knightley, Halle Berry, and other stars, died over the weekend. The Cut presents a 12-photo gallery of his greatest moments, from couture debuts to iconic red-carpet appearances, highlighting how his designs defined fashion across decades.
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.
Valentino Garavani, the Italian couture icon nicknamed the 'emperor' who popularized the iconic Valentino red and built a global fashion house, has died at 93 in Rome. A romantic designer who dressed Elizabeth Taylor and Jackie Kennedy, he expanded his empire with partner Giancarlo Giammetti before selling it in 2012, and his legacy continues through their foundation and arts initiatives like the PM23 gallery.
Valentino Garavani, the legendary Italian couturier behind the iconic 'Valentino red' and a decades-long fashion house, died at 93 at his Rome residence per his foundation; he founded Valentino SpA in 1959 with Giancarlo Giammetti, dressing stars from Elizabeth Taylor to Cate Blanchett and shaping red-carpet couture for generations; he retired in 2008, but the brand remains a global icon under new leadership.
Lana Del Rey and Jeremy Dufrene made a rare appearance together at the Valentino spring 2026 show in Paris, attended by numerous top celebrities and hosted by designer Alessandro Michele.
Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, made a rare public appearance at the prestigious Le Bal des Debutantes in Paris, wearing a custom Valentino gown. The event, which introduces young women to society, featured Apple in a baby blue dress that took 750 hours to create. She was accompanied by her family, including her brother Moses.
Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, made her debut at Le Bal des Débutantes in Paris wearing a custom Valentino gown that took 750 hours to create. The 20-year-old's dress, designed by Valentino's Creative Director Alessandro Michele, featured six tiers of silk plissé chiffon and was paired with matching sandals. Apple, who has shown an interest in fashion from a young age, was supported by her family, all dressed in Valentino, at the event.
Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, made her debut at the prestigious Le Bal des Débutantes in Paris, wearing a custom Valentino gown. The event, which introduces young women to society, was attended by her family, including her brother Moses. Apple, a student at Vanderbilt University, is known for her interest in beauty and wellness, often advising her mother on Goop-related matters.
Bella Hadid has embraced a western-inspired fashion style, recently spotted in New York City with a fringed suede bag from Valentino's spring 2025 collection. The bag, called the Nellcôte, features suede fringing, silver studs, and grommets, retailing for $2,690. Hadid's influence may turn this accessory into the season's must-have It bag.
Alessandro Michele has been named as the new creative director of Valentino, succeeding Pierpaolo Piccioli. Michele, who previously served as the creative director for Gucci, is set to debut his first collection for Valentino during Paris Fashion Week in September. The announcement has sparked mixed reactions, with some expressing concern about the fit between Michele's quirky-cool style and Valentino's more classic aesthetic, while others are excited about the potential of his appointment. Michele is known for his bold and unconventional designs, and has a loyal fanbase that includes celebrities like Jared Leto, Dakota Johnson, and Harry Styles.
Valentino has confirmed Alessandro Michele as the new creative director, succeeding Pierpaolo Piccioli, who left the brand after 25 years. Michele, who previously held the role of creative director at Gucci, will start on Tuesday and present his first collection for spring 2025. This announcement comes after Kering's acquisition of a 30 percent stake in Valentino last year, with the option to buy 100 percent of the brand's capital by 2028.
Alessandro Michele, former creative director of Gucci, has been appointed as the new creative director of Valentino. His debut collection for the luxury fashion house will be Spring/Summer 2025, to be unveiled during Paris Fashion Week in September. Michele expressed immense joy and a sense of responsibility in joining Valentino, and will be working from the brand's studio in Rome. His appointment reunites him with Valentino's CEO, Jacopo Venturini, with whom he previously worked at Gucci. Michele's transformative impact at Gucci has sparked anticipation for his influence at Valentino, as the brand looks to recalibrate its classical expression of beauty through his creative vision.