Celebrating the Legacy of Valentino's Iconic Red, But Will It Endure?
In the wake of Valentino Garavani's passing at 93, tributes to the legendary designer have been pouring in from all corners of the fashion world. While most mourners opted for somber black attire, a few bold souls chose to honor the iconic Italian fashion house with its signature shade of red. Vogue Italia's latest issue takes this theme further, showcasing the Pantone 2347C shade as a tribute to Valentino's legacy.
Valentino's affinity for the color red began in the early days of his career, when he produced his first red dress in 1959. The iconic "Fiesta" gown, adorned with roses across its full skirt, marked the beginning of a long-standing association between the designer and this powerful hue. According to Alistair O'Neill, the curator of the Valentino: Master of Couture exhibition, Valentino's use of red was inspired by the sight of an older woman at the opera wearing a stunning red gown – a moment that left an indelible mark on his design aesthetic.
For Vogue Italia's cover, the magazine's team worked closely with Valentino's foundation to identify the closest Pantone shade to this revered color. The result is 2347C, a vibrant and luminous hue that captures the essence of Valentino red.
The resurgence of red in fashion has been gaining momentum in recent years, with designers like & Daughter embracing the bold choice for scarves and accessories. However, not everyone believes that Valentino's association with this color will endure beyond his legacy.
Charlie Porter, a fashion writer who contributed to the 2022 coffee table book "Valentino Rosso," suggests that there may be another reference point in popular culture that has become more closely linked to the designer – namely, the Rockstud shoes featured in The Devil Wears Prada 2. This begs the question: will Valentino's iconic red truly continue to dominate the fashion world?
Kassia St Clair, author of "The Secret Lives of Colour," counters this notion, arguing that red has transcended its associations with Valentino's legacy and has become an integral part of our cultural lexicon. According to St Clair, red has long been a symbol of luxury, power, and status – qualities that will undoubtedly endure beyond the designer's passing.
As we celebrate the life and work of Valentino Garavani, it is clear that his iconic shade of red will continue to hold a special place in our collective imagination. Whether or not this association endures in the years to come remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the impact of Valentino's red on fashion will be felt for generations to come.
In the wake of Valentino Garavani's passing at 93, tributes to the legendary designer have been pouring in from all corners of the fashion world. While most mourners opted for somber black attire, a few bold souls chose to honor the iconic Italian fashion house with its signature shade of red. Vogue Italia's latest issue takes this theme further, showcasing the Pantone 2347C shade as a tribute to Valentino's legacy.
Valentino's affinity for the color red began in the early days of his career, when he produced his first red dress in 1959. The iconic "Fiesta" gown, adorned with roses across its full skirt, marked the beginning of a long-standing association between the designer and this powerful hue. According to Alistair O'Neill, the curator of the Valentino: Master of Couture exhibition, Valentino's use of red was inspired by the sight of an older woman at the opera wearing a stunning red gown – a moment that left an indelible mark on his design aesthetic.
For Vogue Italia's cover, the magazine's team worked closely with Valentino's foundation to identify the closest Pantone shade to this revered color. The result is 2347C, a vibrant and luminous hue that captures the essence of Valentino red.
The resurgence of red in fashion has been gaining momentum in recent years, with designers like & Daughter embracing the bold choice for scarves and accessories. However, not everyone believes that Valentino's association with this color will endure beyond his legacy.
Charlie Porter, a fashion writer who contributed to the 2022 coffee table book "Valentino Rosso," suggests that there may be another reference point in popular culture that has become more closely linked to the designer – namely, the Rockstud shoes featured in The Devil Wears Prada 2. This begs the question: will Valentino's iconic red truly continue to dominate the fashion world?
Kassia St Clair, author of "The Secret Lives of Colour," counters this notion, arguing that red has transcended its associations with Valentino's legacy and has become an integral part of our cultural lexicon. According to St Clair, red has long been a symbol of luxury, power, and status – qualities that will undoubtedly endure beyond the designer's passing.
As we celebrate the life and work of Valentino Garavani, it is clear that his iconic shade of red will continue to hold a special place in our collective imagination. Whether or not this association endures in the years to come remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the impact of Valentino's red on fashion will be felt for generations to come.
So I was scrolling through this article about Valentino Garavani and his iconic red shade... and I found out that Pantone 2347C is literally the closest match to his signature color! 
The history behind it is so cool too - from producing his first red dress in 1959 to being inspired by an older woman at the opera wearing a stunning red gown. That's like, timeless fashion inspiration right there!
And it looks like designers are finally catching up to the vibes we've been sending out on social media all this time.
Red is already a symbol of luxury, power, and status in our culture, so it's only natural that it'll keep being celebrated and referenced. 
Ah man, I gotta say, Valentino's red is like a timeless classic 
- it never goes out of style. And it's so cool that they're still rocking the signature shade after all these years 
. I mean, what other designer can say their color palette has become synonymous with luxury and power? 
That's some serious legacy stuff 
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. Maybe it'll be interesting to see how the fashion world shifts as new designers start to put their own spin on Valentino's legacy 
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. Maybe we'll see it get reimagined for new generations to come 
!
like isnt it already a part of fashion history? 
. The fashion world needs a bold statement like this after all that blandness 
. Bring on the drama and glamour, because Valentino's red is here to stay 
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it's like a symbol of luxury and power that we can all relate to. I mean, think about all the times you've seen someone rockin' a bright red lip or dress and you're like "yes, girl, go for it!" 
it's such an iconic colour that it transcends the designer himself. the thing is, though, whether it'll keep being a big deal in fashion is up for debate 
and now they're trying to recreate it with this new shade 2347C... its not the same tho, its like valentino's red is a thing of beauty, but this one feels kinda fake 
... like what even is fashion if not about making statements and leaving a mark 
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. And Valentino was all about that 
, and I hope we can continue to celebrate the beauty of red in fashion long after Valentino is gone