Valentino

The history of world fashion is as complex and interesting as the history of any state. The emergence of large world famous brands also deserves close attention. Especially when such an interesting person as Valentino Garavani is the inspiration and creator of such a brand.

The Valentino brand is very popular all over the world, which is not surprising, because its clothing models only emphasize the merits, shoes make others envious, aromas penetrate to the core, and accessories combine practicality and beauty.

Let's take a closer look at the history of this brand, popular collections and accessories.

The creator of the brand is the Italian Valentino Garavani, who was born in 1932 into an ordinary Catholic family. The gift of drawing opened in him in early childhood, as soon as he learned to confidently hold pencils in his hands.

The boy liked to invent and create all kinds of images and outfits, and this childhood hobby made him want to create his own clothing line. The same hobby prompted him to enter the Academy of Arts, located in Milan, and later to the Paris Art School.

The unprecedented success of the brand, in part, was ensured by the famous Elizabeth Taylor, who was one of the first clients of the young Italian designer. And soon after that, the number of wonderful clients was replenished with Princess Margaret and even Jacqueline Kennedy herself, the first lady of the United States.

The brand, as an integral unit of world fashion, was formed only when Valentino Garavani met Giancarlo Giammetti, who became not only his faithful romantic companion, but also a business partner in his life.

It was their collaboration that gave a powerful impetus to the formation of the brand and the spread of its popularity around the world. And, after some time, the brand became part of the multimillion-dollar corporation Partecipazioni Industriali, the owner of which, based on Valentino's fame, created many companies producing luxury goods.

After the 2007 show in Paris, Valentino Garavani announced to the world his desire to leave his life's work and end his career as a designer.

Femininity and sophistication are indisputable features of Valentino women's collections, but clothing lines are not limited to these characteristics.

At one of the Italian exhibitions, held in Rome in 1951, one of the clients of the famous designer - Elizabeth Taylor, it was noticed that folds and layering predominate in the styles, and in the outlines of some models even elements taken from the animal world can be traced.

In addition to the outlines, in the Valentino collections, animalistic moods are really pronounced - embossing, animalistic prints and images of the representatives of the fauna themselves are very often used.

As for clothing for men, everything is quite simple here, the main dominant feature is practicality. Chiseled silhouettes, sophistication and elegance bring certain similarities to uniforms to men's collections.

Decorative elements that adorn both women's and men's collections are various unusual seams, pins, metal fragments, and dark colors prevail in the color scheme: black, dark gray, dark blue.

Among the Valentino collections there are many unusual ideas and ideas, but some deserve special attention.

For example, the red collection, which Valentino was inspired to create by a trip to Barcelona. This was the first collection of the young designer to be formed and was called Gotha. The line consisted entirely of twenty red dresses, as the designer believed that the red hue could beautify any woman.

"Colorless" collection, characterized by the predominance of white in the creation of models. The clothing line got its name from critics who dubbed it colorless due to the prevalence of bright and unusual shades characteristic of the period of that time.

The collection, designated as V for Valentino, became a lifeline for the brand, as after the release of Gotha it was threatened with ruin and collapse. It was during this period that Valentino met his business partner, who inspired him to create a new line with his own logo.

In addition, many collections of wedding dresses have been created, and even special lines of lingerie, created in conjunction with the Warnaco brand.

And in 2003, especially for the younger generation, Valentino created the Red Valentino line, which was distinguished by lighter and more relaxed styles and a more democratic cost in comparison with other collections.

There are a lot of models and types of clothes in the Valentino collections, which provides a wide choice.

Among the models of outerwear, the women's coat deserves special attention. The fitted silhouette, soft fabrics, ruffles and other decorative elements give this type of outerwear a more delicate, romantic and feminine look.

Valentino T-shirts have a somewhat informal look, thanks to the predominance of animal and camouflage prints, as well as images of birds and animals, and the corporate logo - the letter V.

Jeans of this brand are made only of high quality material, and all the seams are neat, straight lines. Among the models, there are many tight-fitting options, as well as straight and even flared styles.

Valentino shorts are every girl's dream. Among the many variations with a variety of decor, everyone will be able to choose the right model. The collections feature many models in a classic style, decorated with French lace, with prints in the form of bright butterflies, various neat bows, as well as a stylish two-in-one model: shorts + skirt.

Speaking of skirts! They have a special place in Valentino collections, because the variety is so great that there is hardly enough strength to try on each of them. This season, bright, colored models with a geometric print are especially popular, whether it be a straight or broken line, an image of any figures or a good old cage.

Lace products, pleated skirts and unusual models with pleats and bright inserts are popular. This skirt will appeal to any fashionista.

Dresses from an eminent designer are something magical. Every girl who at least once tried on a product from any collection felt like a princess in a beautiful fairy tale.

Evening dresses in their performance resemble something airy, sublime or even cosmic. It's all about the cut, which is a form-fitting upper and a fluffy, airy skirt.

The collection of evening dresses with long sleeves made of translucent, delicate mesh fabric is a real work of art. The skirt part is decorated with ornaments embroidered with decorative threads or lined with precious stones of different sizes.

Speaking in general about the line of evening dresses, it should be noted that mainly the models are presented in the form of maxi lengths and most of them have a long sleeve. Some of them have a rather frank look, and some, on the contrary, look more restrained and chaste.

The red dress is considered the hallmark of the brand, because of the very first Valentino collection. Models of dresses of this shade can have different cuts and styles, different lengths and widths of the skirt part, as well as a huge variety in fabric variations.

Special attention should be paid to wedding dresses, which are something royal and truly exquisite. Sophisticated cuts, tight-fitting silhouette, give the figure a seductive shape, and various kinds of decor in the form of lace, decorative and precious stones, pearls and simple beads, make the product solemn and incredibly beautiful.

For the most part, Valentino men's clothing collections feature two-piece suits, consisting of a stylish jacket and trousers. It should be noted that the suits have a special cut that ensures a perfect fit. The jacket fits flawlessly along the shoulder line, in trousers it does not seem too wide, but only emphasizes the dignity of the male figure.

In addition, the collections of this brand are filled with various shirts in different designs. For classic models, a denser, monochromatic fabric is used, and for light summer models, a thin, flowing fabric with interesting prints is used.

In addition, there are quite a few models of outerwear in the collections - jackets, jackets, coats. And some models in a sporty style - hoodies and sweatshirts.

A wide variety of fabrics are used in the process of making clothes of this brand, but they have something in common - all selected materials are of the highest quality and obtained by processing exclusively natural fibers.

For the manufacture of coats and some types of jackets, natural wool and the most delicate cashmere are used. The products, although they undergo special processing and are protected from moisture penetration, still require some care in order to prevent the occurrence of pellets.

In addition to high-quality denim shorts, Valentino's collections include a variety of suites that are classics, as well as motels in lighter, flowy fabrics, knits and high-fiber stretch fabrics.

For the manufacture of shirts, thick cotton and linen are used, depending on the model. Elegant blouses with voluminous sleeves are made of delicate silk, satin, chiffon and viscose. The products are light, airy and incredibly feminine.

In addition, the Valentino collections feature frequent use of mesh fabrics and fabrics with large embroidered patterns.

In addition to numerous clothing models, this brand is engaged in the design and production of shoe lines that deserve special attention.

The sports line - sneakers and sneakers, have a rather restrained design and almost identical shape. A special feature is the color of products, prints and decorative elements. And on the tongue of each of them a print with the brand's logo flaunts.

I would like to highlight the shoes separately, since some of them are presented in a particularly elegant version - in the form of a model with an open toe and a beautifully decorated heel, and some have a rather simple, everyday look.

But the most popular and widespread model of shoes with spikes is rightfully considered. Decorative spikes are located on double T-straps, which are fastened to the clasp at the ankle. These shoes have a pointed toe and a stiletto heel, the length of which is selected according to personal wishes.

The Valentino sandals were also spiked. The location of the decor is exactly like on the shoes - in the area of ​​the straps, making the product more informal and daring in appearance.

There are also quieter models, for example, with decorative bows and buckles, and more elegant ones - with a thin strap in the area of ​​the fingers and an openwork heel part.

Slip-ons from this brand are something bright, perky, funny and attractive. Almost all models are brightly colored, decorated with stylish combinations of several colors, prints and decorative elements in the form of thorns.

In addition, the shoe models include a variety of quality boots and boots, as well as colorful moccasins, stylish flip flops and romantic ballet flats.

Among the models of Valentino bags, there are many different ideas, but far from each of them is decorated with the brand's emblem on the outside of the product, many have only an internal designation.

Multicolored bags look beautiful, the colors of which are a kind of geometric print, consisting of intertwining stripes, squares and rectangles of different sizes.

The straps on monophonic models have a similar color, the main decorative element of which are small square-shaped spikes with a pointed end.

Models decorated with precious stones and Swarovski crystals look luxurious. The stones are usually arranged in such a way that they form some kind of unusual pattern or ornament in the form of intertwining branches and flowers.

The backpack is a very practical and fashionable accessory this season, and if this backpack is also from Valentino, then it is absolutely impossible to resist. In the best traditions of the brand, the products have bright colors and are decorated in characteristic ways.

For evening outings and special occasions, you should choose a stylish clutch, various models of which are also presented in the brand's collections. Clutches, as a rule, do not have overly bright prints and colors, but they look quite harmonious in combination with metal accessories.

In special cases, a wallet is used as a clutch if it is large enough. Large wallets can also be safely carried in bulky roomy bags. And small, compact products are meant for neat handbags.

The brand is engaged in the production of functional wrist accessories, namely watches. Among the models, there are many products with a bracelet made of natural alloys of gold, silver or platinum.Such items are quite expensive and are decorated with real diamonds.

Watches with a leather strap and Swarovski crystals serving as jewelry have a lower price tag.

It should be noted that absolutely all watches have a quartz movement and are represented by a wide range of products of various shapes, which provides a wide choice.

Since relatively recently, the Valentino brand has become available not only as clothing and accessories, now you can try on the scent of the famous brand.

Light floral fragrances have perfumes Valentino Valentina, Valentino Valentino, Valentino V, Valentino Rock'n Rose Couture, Valentino Donna and Valentino Assoluto.

For lovers of fruity aromas, Valentino Valentina Pink and Valentino Rock and Dreams are suitable.

For men, there is a rather pleasant and persistent eau de toilette with light woody and leathery notes.

Among other accessories, glasses deserve special attention. The most common female version is the shape of the frame in the form of cat's eyes. Such a model will give any girl a little mischief and add light notes of playfulness to the image.

There are frames and other shapes, for example, soft square, retro, aviators, simple round or wayfarers with pointed ends. Every fashionista will be able to choose a model that suits her face type.

It should be noted that the brand produces not only sunglasses, it also produces frames for dioptric lenses that correct vision.

In modern society, the risk of running into fraudsters is quite high, and instead of a high-quality genuine product, purchase a fake. That is why you should study in detail the features of the brand, as well as some life hacks that will help you easily recognize a cheap copy.

If the purchase takes place through an online store, it makes sense to pay attention to the contact information. The company providing original products, as a rule, is located directly in Italy or directly cooperates with the Italian factories of a well-known brand, which must be reflected in the information.

How to distinguish a fake, holding the thing itself? There are three fairly simple steps that will help you understand the authenticity of the product:

• The first and main rule is that the original thing cannot be purchased at a low cost from hands. Real branded items are sold only in uniform boutiques. In such cases, there is no doubt about the authenticity;
• All Valentino products have a corresponding certificate, which you have the right to request when purchasing a product. If there is none, most likely you have a fake in front of you;
• It is worth carefully examining the logo of the product and comparing it with the tags attached to the originals (their photos can be easily found on the Internet). In order to avoid litigation due to plagiarism, counterfeits are always distinguished by a tag or have imperceptible, at first glance, differences in design.

Brand items, including Valentino, participate in a huge number of exhibitions and shows, which should also be displayed in the product description. Doubts may arise if the list of countries includes only the CIS countries.

The lists of boutiques that provide this product offline should include points located in different countries of the world, since Valentino is a brand with a world-famous name and popularity.

Before analyzing customer reviews, it is worth noting that the products of this brand are not available to everyone, because based on their cost, only people with above average income can afford this or that thing.

Within the affordability range, there are only fragrances from a well-known brand that have very good responses. Customers, first of all, are satisfied with the breadth of choice, since the variety of flavors is quite large.

Many people note both the persistence of aromas and the attractive packaging design, thanks to which perfume or eau de toilette can be presented as a gift.

When it comes to clothing and accessories, fans of this brand are always happy with the choice, be it a bag, shoes or a stylish dress.There are simply no complaints about the quality of materials and seams, since manufacturers carefully monitor even such trifles.