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For nearly fifty years, Valentino has been a defining force in Italian haute couture, dressing the world’s most glamorous and influential women. From the early days of his Rome-based fashion house in 1959, he attracted icons such as Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, and Audrey Hepburn. Even after his retirement in 2007, the brand continues to flourish, with modern celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez wearing his creations. Valentino’s designs remain instantly recognizable for their elegance, sophistication, and timeless glamour, never succumbing to passing trends such as grunge, minimalism, or deconstruction. This book chronicles Valentino’s remarkable career with an abundance of images drawn from his archives, including sketches, editorial shoots, advertisements, portraits, and documentary photography. Organized chronologically, the visual material is complemented by a wide selection of newspaper and magazine articles, offering readers a comprehensive insight into Valentino’s life, work, and enduring influence on the world of fashion.