Valentino Garavani’s Greatest Gowns Of All Time

by Aydana SaparovaJanuary 20, 2026January 22, 2026

We walk down memory lane through Valentino’s most iconic gowns and his enduring legacy dressing Hollywood’s finest

For more than half a century, Valentino Garavani has been creating iconic gowns that speak the language of romance like no other on the runway. With a strong devotion to the idea that fashion can be powerful yet gentle, Valentino defined 21st century glamour with his signature red gowns. From seasonal fashion collections to red carpet appearances, his gowns were worn by queens, actresses, and modern icons – and always eye-catching.

At the heart of Valentino’s legacy lies a strong commitment to form, where silhouettes are sculpted with precision and softened by movement. And then of course, Valentino red, a colour that embedded itself in the brand’s core identity.

Worn by influential figures like Julia Roberts, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Princess Diana, Sophia Loren and Jennifer Lopez, Valentino’s gowns, decades later, still remain relevant. This is a tribute to the gowns that have defined Valentino’s incredible vision, a man who devoted his life to feminine beauty, and understood the true meaning of luxury.