Giambattista Valli

Giambattista Valli, a beacon of unrivaled red-carpet glamour, established his eponymous label in 2005, debuting in Paris after tenures at Fendi and Emanuel Ungaro. His elegant gowns have graced celebrities like Keira Knightley, Diane Kruger, and Rihanna, defining the brand's unapologetically feminine style. From romantically-effervescent evening dresses to vampy after-dark looks, Valli's inspirations range from Japanese literature and ballet dancer Nureyev's apartment to Kurt Cobain and lilies. His rich ready-to-wear aesthetic blends prints and embellished detailing, juxtaposing strict suits with frothy, corseted dresses for collections imbued with a sense of occasion.