Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has died. This is reported by the Italian media on Friday evening. He lived to be 83 years old.
Cavalli is said to have died in his home in Florence after a long illness, reports the Italian news agency Ansa.
DEATH: A whole fashion world is in mourning over the designer’s passing. PHOTO: NTB. view more
The designer launched his eponymous label in 1970, and eventually became known for his decorative, flamboyant and intricate dresses.
He opened his first store in Saint-Tropez in 1972.
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In the 70s, he invented and patented a method for printing on leather. He is also known for his animal prints and use of colour.
On the designer’s official Instagram account, his death has been confirmed on Friday evening.
Fausto Puglisi, creative director of Roberto Cavalli since 2020, says in a statement here:
“Dear Roberto, you may not be physically here with us anymore, but I know I will always feel your presence. It is the greatest honor of my career to work under your legacy and to create for the brand you founded with such vision and style. Rest in peace, you will be missed and you are loved by so many that your name will live on, a beacon of inspiration to others and especially to me”.
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“The Roberto Cavalli company extends its condolences to Cavalli’s family. His legacy remains a constant source of inspiration,” says Sergio Azzolari, managing director of the company.
ANIMAL PRINT: Cavalli was known, among other things, for animal prints. PHOTO: NTB. view more
Cavalli dressed superstars such as Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot, and his designer has also been worn by both Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez. Among others.
It was from the mid-1990s that he sailed up as one of fashion’s biggest names and most trend-setting designers.
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In 2017, he was a guest designer for H&M.
Since 2014, Cavalli has been with Swedish model Sandra Nilsson. Last year, Cavalli became the father of his sixth child when they had their first together. He already had five children from two previous marriages.
ON THE CATWALK: Roberto Cavalli founded his eponymous brand in 1970. PHOTO: NTB. view more
Cavalli was born in Florence in 1940.
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