Valentino haute couture exhibition opens in London
SYLVIA HUI
The Association Press | Published: December 7, 2012 | Modified: December 7, 2012 at 5:39 pm
The Association Press | Published: December 7, 2012 | Modified: December 7, 2012 at 5:39 pm
If there's one name that represents red carpet glamour, it's probably Valentino.
Over half a century, the legendary designer has created exquisite, classic gowns for the world's most glamorous women, from Elizabeth Taylor and Sophia Loren to Sarah Jessica Parker and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Now a new London exhibition is bringing together more than 130 of his handcrafted designs, showcasing the intricate detailing that has gone into couture dresses and outfits only a few women in the world could afford.
"Valentino: Master of Couture" shows some of the world's most recognizable gowns: The high-necked, short wedding dress from Valentino's 1968 White Collection that Jacqueline Kennedy wore for her wedding to Aristotle Onassis, and the black velvet gown with white ribbons worn by Julia Roberts to the Oscars in 2001, when she won best actress.
"When people come here for the first time, I think they'll have beautiful things to see," the designer told The Associated Press in an interview Wednesday.
He said even though he knew all the dresses by heart, it was so refreshing to see them all displayed together.
