The legendary Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has passed away at the age of 93.
His foundation announced the news on Monday, sharing that he died at his home in Rome surrounded by loved ones. A public lying-in-state will be held this Wednesday and Thursday, followed by a funeral service in Rome on Friday morning.
Throughout his career, Valentino dressed royalty, first ladies, and Hollywood’s biggest stars, many of whom credited him with making them feel their most confident and elegant.