The world of fashion bid a final farewell to its iconic designer Valentino in Rome on Friday morning. A two-day public viewing had already taken place, allowing hundreds to pay their respects at the Valentino foundation's headquarters, but for many attendees, including global fashion heavyweights like Tom Ford and Donatella Versace, as well as Hollywood star Anne Hathaway, it was a poignant opportunity to gather one last time.
Fans clad in red, paying homage to Valentino's signature color, were among those in attendance outside the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri where the funeral service took place. Among the sea of familiar faces was Queen Rania of Jordan and Julia Roberts, who had both been touched by Valentino's exceptional craftsmanship.
Throughout his illustrious career, Valentino Garavani had earned a reputation for creating breathtakingly beautiful gowns that left an indelible mark on generations of royals, first ladies, and celebrities. The late designer's atelier in Rome was always a testament to his dedication to the art of fashion, while his Parisian shows captivated audiences around the world.
Valentino's contributions to the world of cinema were also undeniable, with numerous A-list stars gracing the red carpet wearing creations from his esteemed collection. Notably, Anne Hathaway wore a stunning vintage black and white column by Valentino when she accepted her Academy Award for best actress in 2001, while Cate Blanchett stunned on the red carpet with a one-shouldered butter-yellow silk gown designed by him in 2005.
As the funeral service came to a close, Giancarlo Giammetti paid tribute to his late partner and fellow designer, stating "I want to thank Valentino for teaching me beauty," his voice cracking with emotion. The couple had spent their lives pursuing their passion for fashion together, achieving countless triumphs along the way.
Giammetti's heartfelt words encapsulated the profound impact that Valentino Garavani had on those who knew him. His enduring legacy as a master of Italian fashion will continue to inspire generations to come.
Fans clad in red, paying homage to Valentino's signature color, were among those in attendance outside the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri where the funeral service took place. Among the sea of familiar faces was Queen Rania of Jordan and Julia Roberts, who had both been touched by Valentino's exceptional craftsmanship.
Throughout his illustrious career, Valentino Garavani had earned a reputation for creating breathtakingly beautiful gowns that left an indelible mark on generations of royals, first ladies, and celebrities. The late designer's atelier in Rome was always a testament to his dedication to the art of fashion, while his Parisian shows captivated audiences around the world.
Valentino's contributions to the world of cinema were also undeniable, with numerous A-list stars gracing the red carpet wearing creations from his esteemed collection. Notably, Anne Hathaway wore a stunning vintage black and white column by Valentino when she accepted her Academy Award for best actress in 2001, while Cate Blanchett stunned on the red carpet with a one-shouldered butter-yellow silk gown designed by him in 2005.
As the funeral service came to a close, Giancarlo Giammetti paid tribute to his late partner and fellow designer, stating "I want to thank Valentino for teaching me beauty," his voice cracking with emotion. The couple had spent their lives pursuing their passion for fashion together, achieving countless triumphs along the way.
Giammetti's heartfelt words encapsulated the profound impact that Valentino Garavani had on those who knew him. His enduring legacy as a master of Italian fashion will continue to inspire generations to come.
like, what can you even say about a legend? his designs were always so elegant & sophisticated - it's crazy to think that we won't be seeing new creations from him again 
donatella versace & tom ford showed up to pay their respects and it's clear that valentino left a mark on everyone in the fashion world 
anne hathaway's vintage column gown is still giving me life though 
he was more than just a designer, he was an artist who made women feel like queens for a day 
omg can u even imagine the amount of iconic outfits valentino designed over the yrs? like annie oaks wore one of his gowns in american horror story and it was GORGEOUS!!! 
he literally made hollywood stars shine on the red carpet with his designs. and its not just celebrities, royals and 1st ladies too were obsessed w/ his work 
valentinos atelier was like a piece of art in itself, so beautiful & full of love 
he will be truly missed but his legacy lives on thru all the amazing people he inspired 
. And can we talk about how stunning those gowns were? Like, even after all these years, they still give me chills 
. The fact that Giancarlo Giammetti was his partner in crime and shared the same passion for beauty is just beautiful 
... I mean, it's not every day you hear someone say they learned beauty from their partner 
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He was literally the definition of elegance and sophistication, and it's heartbreaking that he's gone 
. But what really got me is how he touched so many lives, from royalty to Hollywood stars... it's like he had this gift for making people feel seen and beautiful. 
Valentino was literally the king of fashion... loved how he always pushed boundaries with his designs, even if they were considered 'out-there' back in the day 
still inspiring designers today, and it's amazing to see all these A-listers pay their respects 
like, who else can say they got to wear a Valentino gown on the red carpet? 
everyone who attended the viewing must've been in tears seein all those celebs & royals payin respects 2 him 
and that quote from giancarlo giammetti about teachin him beauty... 
his legacy will live on forever 
his designs were always so elegant and beautiful, it's crazy to think he won't be creating anymore... I remember watching Anne Hathaway wear that black and white column on the Oscars, it was stunning 
From queens to Hollywood stars, his designs were always fit for royalty 
His legacy will live on forever 
like Cate Blanchett & Anne Hathaway r huge fans of his work and thats why they were there 
anne hathaway's oscars moment still gives me chills 
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Anne Hathaway's vintage column dress when she won her Oscar? Cate Blanchett's one-shouldered masterpiece in 2005? 
. But seriously, it's crazy how much of an impact he had on the industry. I've always thought those red-hot gowns were just overhyped, but I guess they're iconic for a reason 
. Don't get me wrong, the guy was a genius and all that jazz, but he's been dead for years already...I mean, we've had time to process his passing 
. Like, what's next? Are we gonna start mourning over some old video game or something? 
I know some people loved him and all that love is valid 
, but can't we just take a chill pill for once? 
valentino's passing is a huge loss for the fashion world i feel like we're saying goodbye to an era of elegance and sophistication his designs were always more than just clothes they were works of art 
i'm glad giancarlo giammetti paid such a beautiful tribute to him too 
RIP valentino