Valentino's Rome tribute show honors beauty

Alessandro Michele, the current designer at Valentino, staged his first major show since taking over in 2024, paying tribute to the late founder Valentino Garavani and the concept of beauty. The autumn/winter collection, presented in Rome's Palazzo Barberini, featured jewel tones and bold silhouettes, reflecting Michele's struggle to balance Garavani's legacy with his own vision. The event highlighted Rome's enduring influence in the fashion world, despite Milan and Paris being the traditional style capitals.

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