Crvena boja mu je bila zaštitni znak, voleo je tri muškarca i jednu ženu i izgradio imperiju vrednu milijardu i po dolara: Životna priča čuvenog Valentina

January 20, 2026

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Valentino Garavani, born Clemente Ludovico Garavani on May 11, 1932, died at 94.
He aimed to restore aristocratic elegance to femininity through his designs, characterized by clean lines, luxurious volumes, and a masterful use of color, particularly red.
His career launched globally after his first collection in Florence in 1962.
He designed for influential women such as Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, and Princess Diana.
Giancarlo Giammetti played a crucial role in building Valentino's fashion empire, managing business and financial decisions.
Valentino retired from fashion in 2008, expressing dissatisfaction with the modern industry's focus on numbers over creativity.
The Valentino brand is now managed by 'Mayhoola for Investments' and 'Kering', with Alessandro Michele as creative director since 2024.
Valentino's personal life involved significant relationships with Giancarlo Giammetti, Carlos Souza, and Bruce Hoeksema.
He lived a life of luxury, owning multiple properties and a yacht, with an estimated net worth of $1.5 billion.
Valentino was also a philanthropist, supporting art, education, and Italian cultural heritage through his foundation.
He meticulously planned his inheritance, with Giancarlo Giammetti and Bruce Hoeksema playing key roles.
Valentino will be buried on January 23 in Rome.

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