Prominent world leaders, cultural figures and fashion icons came together to bid farewell to legendary designer Valentino Garavani, marking the end of an era in global fashion.


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The passing of legendary designer Valentino Garavani on Monday, January 19, marked the end of an era in global fashion. Several Bollywood celebrities have turned heads on red carpets and at promotional events wearing Valentino. Have a look. 

The passing of legendary designer Valentino Garavani on Monday, January 19, marked the end of an era in global fashion. Several Bollywood celebrities have turned heads on red carpets and at promotional events wearing Valentino. Have a look.&nbsp;

Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh: Bollywood celebs who turned heads in Valentino

From the ivory lace of Jackie Kennedy’s wedding to the vintage velvet of Julia Roberts’ Oscar win, a Valentino gown has always been the ultimate symbol of high-society glamour and timeless Italian elegance.

From the ivory lace of Jackie Kennedy’s wedding to the vintage velvet of Julia Roberts’ Oscar win, a Valentino gown has always been the ultimate symbol of high-society glamour and timeless Italian elegance.

Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, Anne Hathaway: Iconic women dressed by Valentino

Iconic Italian designer Valentino Garavani, whose designs have adorned some of the most elegant women in the wqorld has died at the age of 93. The news of his demise was confirmed by Italy's ANSA news agency.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to reports, the giant of the world’s haute couture died at his home in Rome. ANSA cited the Valentino Garavani Foundation and the designer's longtime business and romantic partner, Giancarlo Giammetti as it broke the news.&nbsp;"Valentino Garavani passed away today at his Roman residence, surrounded by his loved ones," wrote his Rome-based foundation on social media.&nbsp;A funeral is planned for Friday in the Italian capital, with a lying in state on Wednesday and Thursday.<h2>Emperor of Fashion dead at 93</h2>&nbsp;One of the most iconic fashion designers, Valentino, dressed some of the world’s most popular women. From Audrey Hepburn to Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor to Nancy Reagan to Sharon Stone, Julia Roberts and Gwyneth Paltrow.&nbsp;&nbsp;When the empress of Iran, Farah Pahlavi, escaped the country during the 1979 revolution, she was wearing a coat made by Valentino.&nbsp;Dubbed as the ‘Sheik of Chic’ by Women's Wear Daily in the 1980s, Valentino was celebrated by the New York Times in 1997 for his "single-minded dedication to glamour." He was also given the title of “Emperor of Fashion”.

Both on the ramp and off it, Valentino exuded luxury down to the last detail of his immaculate hairdo and caramel tan, often photographed with multiple pug dogs at his side.&nbsp;<h2>Early years&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Named after the star of silent cinema Rudolph Valentino, who was known for ‘The Sheik’ among many other films, Valentino Garavani was born on May 11, 1932 in Voghera, a small town south of Milan. His father owned an electric cables business.He was passionate about fashion from an early age and as a boy had asked for made-to-measure shoes. "I have had this illness since childhood," he told the Italian edition of Elle magazine in 2007. "I only like beautiful things."&nbsp;"I do not like seeing men without ties, in a jumper, women with vulgar make-up and shapeless trousers. It is a sign of a bad education and a lack of self-respect."&nbsp;He left home when he was 17 to study at prestigious arts and fashion schools in Paris, where the decadent French style of Christian Dior had revitalised a grim post-World War II fashion industry and would deeply impact Valentino's later aesthetic.&nbsp;In 1952 he was hired by designer Jean Desses, who dressed wealthy clients including royalty, and five years later he went to work for Guy Laroche.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Roman fashion empire</h2>&nbsp;In 1960 Valentino opened his own fashion house in Rome -- at the time a thriving star-studded city thanks to its vast Cinecitta film studios that acted as a branch of Hollywood.&nbsp;He was assisted by his lover Giancarlo Giammetti, who had business know-how and would over the years transform the company into a global brand, shepherding it through successive buy-outs.&nbsp;"Being the friend, lover and employee of Valentino for more than 45 years required a lot of patience," Giammetti said in the 2008 documentary, ‘Valentino: The Last Emperor’.&nbsp;Valentino turned heads immediately with his opening collection in 1962 in Florence, which already featured what would become his signature colour -- the deep rich ‘Valentino red’.&nbsp;<h2>Association with Jackie Kennedy</h2>&nbsp;In his first decade, Valentino dressed the likes of Anita Ekberg, Sophia Loren and Liz Taylor, but it was a meeting with Jackie Kennedy in 1964 that would prove to be a turning point in the fashion mogul’s career.&nbsp;He transformed her wardrobe, and in 1968 she picked an ivory-coloured lace dress from his famous white collection for her second marriage to Greek shipping mogul Aristotle Onassis.&nbsp;It caused a sensation in the United States, and in 1970, Valentino was the first Italian designer to open a shop in New York. Over the years he would elevate the "Made in Italy" label to global prominence.&nbsp;For the 2006 Oscar-nominated Hollywood film The Devil Wears Prada, starring Meryl Streep as a powerful fashion editor, Valentino made a cameo appearance at the recreation of one of his shows.&nbsp;A year later and nearly a half-century after his first runway, he presented his last collection in Paris before retiring in January 2008.

Often known as the ‘Emperor of Fashion’, iconic fashion deisgner Valentino Garavani died at the age of 93 at his Rome residence on Monday. Valentino is credited as one of the most saught after designers and had dressed some of the most iconic women in the world. 

Iconic Italian designer Valentino Garavani, whose designs have adorned some of the most elegant women in the wqorld has died at the age of 93. The news of his demise was confirmed by Italy's ANSA news agency. According to reports, the giant of the world’s haute couture died at his home in Rome. ANSA cited the Valentino Garavani Foundation and the designer's longtime business and romantic partner, Giancarlo Giammetti as it broke the news. "Valentino Garavani passed away today at his Roman residence, surrounded by his loved ones," wrote his Rome-based foundation on social media. A funeral is planned for Friday in the Italian capital, with a lying in state on Wednesday and Thursday. Emperor of Fashion dead at 93 One of the most iconic fashion designers, Valentino, dressed some of the world’s most popular women. From Audrey Hepburn to Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor to Nancy Reagan to Sharon Stone, Julia Roberts and Gwyneth Paltrow. When the empress of Iran, Farah Pahlavi, escaped the country during the 1979 revolution, she was wearing a coat made by Valentino. Dubbed as the ‘Sheik of Chic’ by Women's Wear Daily in the 1980s, Valentino was celebrated by the New York Times in 1997 for his "single-minded dedication to glamour." He was also given the title of “Emperor of Fashion”.

Often known as the ‘Emperor of Fashion’, iconic fashion deisgner Valentino Garavani died at the age of 93 at his Rome residence on Monday. Valentino is credited as one of the most saught after designers and had dressed some of the most iconic women in the world.&nbsp;

The Last Emperor of Fashion: Valentino Garavani Dies at 93

Alessandro Michele is taking over the couture house Valentino as its new creative director. He will be taking over the role from Pierpaolo Piccioli who exited the brand after serving 25 years.

Alessandro was previously with Gucci as creative director of the Luxe label. He left Gucci in November 2022.&nbsp;

Alessandro started this week and his first collection for Valentino will be for the upcoming spring collection 2025. In a statement, Alessandro said,&nbsp;“It’s an incredible honour. I feel the immense joy and the huge responsibility to join a Maison de Couture that has the word ‘beauty’ carved on a collective story made of distinctive elegance, refinement and extreme grace.”

Alessandro joined the Gucci design studio in 2002 following a stint as senior accessories designer at Fendi. He took over the responsibility of creative director of Richard Ginori, the porcelain brand acquired by Gucci in 2013. Michele was officially appointed to Gucci’s top creative role in January 2015, two days after he first took a bow at the end of the brand’s men’s fall 2015 show. At the time, he found favourites in names like Harry Styles and Billie Eilish who loved his style and spin to clothes. In an era dominated by quiet luxury, Gucci spoke and commanded attention.&nbsp;

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With that show, many industry insiders suggest that he reinvented Gucci with a new, quirky androgynous aesthetic.

Meanwhile, Valentino’s last creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli showcased a&nbsp;Fall 2024 all-black collection during the Paris Fashion Week. He was named solo creative director of the luxury label in 2016.&nbsp;

On Monday (March 25), Valentino said it will be&nbsp;sitting out menswear and couture weeks in June, generally shown in Paris.

Alessandro Michele is taking over the couture house Valentino as its new creative director. He will be taking over the role from Pierpaolo Piccioli who exited the brand after serving 25 years.

Alessandro Michele is taking over the couture house Valentino as its new creative director. He will be taking over the role from Pierpaolo Piccioli who exited the brand after serving 25 years. Alessandro was previously with Gucci as creative director of the Luxe label. He left Gucci in November 2022. Alessandro started this week and his first collection for Valentino will be for the upcoming spring collection 2025. In a statement, Alessandro said, “It’s an incredible honour. I feel the immense joy and the huge responsibility to join a Maison de Couture that has the word ‘beauty’ carved on a collective story made of distinctive elegance, refinement and extreme grace.” Alessandro joined the Gucci design studio in 2002 following a stint as senior accessories designer at Fendi. He took over the responsibility of creative director of Richard Ginori, the porcelain brand acquired by Gucci in 2013. Michele was officially appointed to Gucci’s top creative role in January 2015, two days after he first took a bow at the end of the brand’s men’s fall 2015 show. At the time, he found favourites in names like Harry Styles and Billie Eilish who loved his style and spin to clothes. In an era dominated by quiet luxury, Gucci spoke and commanded attention. Also read: Who’s buying it ? This new 'tape-inspired' bracelet worth Rs 300,000 sparks debate With that show, many industry insiders suggest that he reinvented Gucci with a new, quirky androgynous aesthetic. Meanwhile, Valentino’s last creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli showcased a Fall 2024 all-black collection during the Paris Fashion Week. He was named solo creative director of the luxury label in 2016. On Monday (March 25), Valentino said it will be sitting out menswear and couture weeks in June, generally shown in Paris.

Couture house Valentino ropes in Alessandro Michele as Creative Director

Valentino’s longtime creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli, on Friday announced his departure after 25 years at the storied Italian fashion house.

In an emotional statement shared on Instagram, Piccioli reflected on his 25-year tenure with the brand, thanking co-founders Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti and the team that contributed to the brand’s success during his time. The designer, known for infusing Valentino with contemporary romance and bold creativity, will leave as the brand prepares to usher in a “new creative organization.”

Joining Valentino in 1999 as an accessory designer with Maria Grazia Chiuri, Piccioli ascended to co-creative director in 2008. Piccioli’s solo reign began in 2016 after Chiuri’s departure to Dior, marking a period of profound influence on Valentino’s aesthetic and global brand image.

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Piccioli, a native of Nettuno with a background in literature from Rome University, started his fashion career with an internship at Brunello Cucinelli before moving on to a crucial role at Fendi with Chiuri. Their partnership proved foundational, propelling Valentino into a new era where traditional charm met contemporary edge — a transition epitomized by the introduction of the now-iconic Rockstud motif.

The departure of Piccioli heralds the end of a chapter for Valentino. As the fashion world looks on, Valentino’s announcement of a forthcoming “new creative organization” to usher in a fresh, creative vision for the brand’s future.

Valentino’s longtime creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli, on Friday announced his departure after 25 years at the storied Italian fashion house. In an emotional statement shared on Instagram, Piccioli reflected on his 25-year tenure with the brand, thanking co-founders Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti and the team that contributed to the brand’s success during his time.

Valentino’s longtime creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli, on Friday announced his departure after 25 years at the storied Italian fashion house. In an emotional statement shared on Instagram, Piccioli reflected on his 25-year tenure with the brand, thanking co-founders Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti and the team that contributed to the brand’s success during his time. The designer, known for infusing Valentino with contemporary romance and bold creativity, will leave as the brand prepares to usher in a “new creative organization.” Joining Valentino in 1999 as an accessory designer with Maria Grazia Chiuri, Piccioli ascended to co-creative director in 2008. Piccioli’s solo reign began in 2016 after Chiuri’s departure to Dior, marking a period of profound influence on Valentino’s aesthetic and global brand image. Also read: Postpartum joint pain: Three ways to keep bones healthy Piccioli, a native of Nettuno with a background in literature from Rome University, started his fashion career with an internship at Brunello Cucinelli before moving on to a crucial role at Fendi with Chiuri. Their partnership proved foundational, propelling Valentino into a new era where traditional charm met contemporary edge — a transition epitomized by the introduction of the now-iconic Rockstud motif. The departure of Piccioli heralds the end of a chapter for Valentino. As the fashion world looks on, Valentino’s announcement of a forthcoming “new creative organization” to usher in a fresh, creative vision for the brand’s future.

Valentino’s longtime designer Piccioli announces his departure from the brand after 25 years

The gilded salons of a grand 18th-century townhouse were the hallowed venue for Valentino’s latest fashion display on Sunday – an ode to black. This monochromatic collection gleamed and glistened under crystal chandeliers amid myriad textures and materials, inspired by great artists such as the French master of black, Pierre Soulages.

Moons away, in the shadowy expanse of an icy-cold industrial warehouse crisscrossed by disused iron tracks and raw concrete surfaces, Alexander McQueen’s shivering guests huddled under blankets, buzzing with an air of electric anticipation. Because this wasn’t just another fashion show: it marked the first page of a new chapter for a house steeped in an iconoclastic history — and the debut of new creative director Sean McGirr.

Here are some highlights of fall-winter ready-to-wear collections:

VALENTINO’S NOIR

Designer Pierpaolo Piccioli said he “approached black as a canvas, a starting point on which to build … silhouettes that could move while looking for lights around, to soak them in and reflect them.”

The couturier was fascinated by the colour’s contradictions — used for uniform and individuality, representing sobriety and exuberance, lacking light yet soaking up reflections. It evoked the philosophy of Soulages, who died in 2022.

Thus, with a tinge of Valentino’s 1980s heyday and glamour, all-black looks sauntered by as daywear and evening merged indistinguishably owing to the colour’s intense allure.

Signature house looks were reimagined with a modern flair — think a voluminous black rosette adorning a sleeve, or the delicate tease of skin beneath tiered silk, not to mention sporty A-line skirts accented with tubular ruffles.

Though feathers, leathers, sequins, and lace provided subtle textural tensions, they did not provide quite enough of a lift to stop the collection from falling into the danger of such one colour-themed show: Feeling one-note.

Nevertheless, the series of gowns that ended the collection were a sublime study in chicness, such as one exquisite sheer chiffon floor-sweeping gown. Delicate baubles peppered were poetically dotted upon it like a constellation of black stars.

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN’S NEW BEGINNINGS

The pressure was palpable for McGirr, the relatively unknown 35-year-old Dublin-born designer, to unveil in this debut a vision and identity after 14 illustrious years of Sarah Burton. Burton, who parted ways with McQueen last season, had woven her narrative into the brand’s darkly romantic ethos after its visionary founder’s sudden, tragic death, leaving big shoes to fill.

Tagged “Rough opulence” and intent on “unveiling the animal within,” McGirr’s first foray resonated with the core tenets laid down by Alexander McQueen: a fusion of Gothic allure, a provocation, an ode to historical fashion, and the brand’s hallmark of dramatic tailoring.

The show unfurled with a model emerging from the shadows in a sinisterly twisted black laminated dress that seemed to swallow her hands whole — a striking image of constriction that reappeared throughout the collection. This binding theme was echoed in cords winding around slim-legged jeans and robust boots morphing into horses’ hooves, trailing tails, and ominous broad leather coats.

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However, designs occasionally verged on the obvious, with pattered historic Renaissance sleeve gowns and bulky “car tire”-like knitwear lacking the subtlety associated with his predecessor. Though the collection sparkled with promising moments of audacity, McGirr prioritized a play-it-safe approach over the risk of a misstep by pushing the envelope. Perhaps this debut may have benefitted from being presented in a less pressurized, lower-octane, and more intimate format.

Nonetheless, amid the collection’s sombre reflections, a surprising undercurrent of delight and whimsy surfaced, most notably through the stirring melody of his compatriot Enya’s “Sail Away” filling the air. It infused the space with a buoyant optimism subtly echoed in McGirr’s oft-playful creations.

MUGLER’S MIST-INFUSED SHADOW, LIGHT AND DRAMA

Mist-filled theatrics left Mugler’s guests in awe during the Sunday night spectacle, with dramatic staging that included cascading curtains, strobe lights and smoke machines to evoke drama.

Layers of curtains fell in the revamped Lycee Carnot school atrium, watched by VIPs such as Brooklyn Beckham, where models utilized shadows and light to enhance already striking looks.

Asymmetry, skin and corsetry were everywhere.

Since his debut, designer Casey Cadwallader’s approach has been starkly sexy, challenging conventional fashion ideals with a hard exploration of the human form. This fall was no exception.

Bras atop bare torsos paired with oversized black tuxedos. Mini dresses that clung to the body had loose, fluttering bands at the hem. Themes of concealment were prevalent, with sheer fabrics revealing nipples and strategically placed fabric sections only just providing modesty.

The American designer continues to make significant waves in the Paris fashion world.

This season again, he championed inclusivity, showcasing models of every ethnicity, size (including several plus-sized models), and a broad age range, highlighted by the radiant 63-year-old Farida Khelfa in a show-stopping, brilliantly vivid red fringed poncho-dress.

Cadwallader’s presentations are known as events that blend performance, art and fashion, incorporating digital elements to create engaging shows that resonate with a contemporary audience, ensuring that Mugler is once more a dynamic player in today’s fashion conversation.

The gilded salons of a grand 18th-century townhouse were the hallowed venue for Valentino’s latest fashion display on Sunday – an ode to black. This monochromatic collection gleamed and glistened under crystal chandeliers amid myriad textures and materials, inspired by great artists such as the French master of black, Pierre Soulages.

The gilded salons of a grand 18th-century townhouse were the hallowed venue for Valentino’s latest fashion display on Sunday – an ode to black. This monochromatic collection gleamed and glistened under crystal chandeliers amid myriad textures and materials, inspired by great artists such as the French master of black, Pierre Soulages. Moons away, in the shadowy expanse of an icy-cold industrial warehouse crisscrossed by disused iron tracks and raw concrete surfaces, Alexander McQueen’s shivering guests huddled under blankets, buzzing with an air of electric anticipation. Because this wasn’t just another fashion show: it marked the first page of a new chapter for a house steeped in an iconoclastic history — and the debut of new creative director Sean McGirr. Here are some highlights of fall-winter ready-to-wear collections: VALENTINO’S NOIR Designer Pierpaolo Piccioli said he “approached black as a canvas, a starting point on which to build … silhouettes that could move while looking for lights around, to soak them in and reflect them.” The couturier was fascinated by the colour’s contradictions — used for uniform and individuality, representing sobriety and exuberance, lacking light yet soaking up reflections. It evoked the philosophy of Soulages, who died in 2022. Thus, with a tinge of Valentino’s 1980s heyday and glamour, all-black looks sauntered by as daywear and evening merged indistinguishably owing to the colour’s intense allure. Signature house looks were reimagined with a modern flair — think a voluminous black rosette adorning a sleeve, or the delicate tease of skin beneath tiered silk, not to mention sporty A-line skirts accented with tubular ruffles. Though feathers, leathers, sequins, and lace provided subtle textural tensions, they did not provide quite enough of a lift to stop the collection from falling into the danger of such one colour-themed show: Feeling one-note. Nevertheless, the series of gowns that ended the collection were a sublime study in chicness, such as one exquisite sheer chiffon floor-sweeping gown. Delicate baubles peppered were poetically dotted upon it like a constellation of black stars. ALEXANDER MCQUEEN’S NEW BEGINNINGS The pressure was palpable for McGirr, the relatively unknown 35-year-old Dublin-born designer, to unveil in this debut a vision and identity after 14 illustrious years of Sarah Burton. Burton, who parted ways with McQueen last season, had woven her narrative into the brand’s darkly romantic ethos after its visionary founder’s sudden, tragic death, leaving big shoes to fill. Tagged “Rough opulence” and intent on “unveiling the animal within,” McGirr’s first foray resonated with the core tenets laid down by Alexander McQueen: a fusion of Gothic allure, a provocation, an ode to historical fashion, and the brand’s hallmark of dramatic tailoring. The show unfurled with a model emerging from the shadows in a sinisterly twisted black laminated dress that seemed to swallow her hands whole — a striking image of constriction that reappeared throughout the collection. This binding theme was echoed in cords winding around slim-legged jeans and robust boots morphing into horses’ hooves, trailing tails, and ominous broad leather coats. Also read: A fusion of eras, cultures and styles hits Paris Fashion Week runways However, designs occasionally verged on the obvious, with pattered historic Renaissance sleeve gowns and bulky “car tire”-like knitwear lacking the subtlety associated with his predecessor. Though the collection sparkled with promising moments of audacity, McGirr prioritized a play-it-safe approach over the risk of a misstep by pushing the envelope. Perhaps this debut may have benefitted from being presented in a less pressurized, lower-octane, and more intimate format. Nonetheless, amid the collection’s sombre reflections, a surprising undercurrent of delight and whimsy surfaced, most notably through the stirring melody of his compatriot Enya’s “Sail Away” filling the air. It infused the space with a buoyant optimism subtly echoed in McGirr’s oft-playful creations. MUGLER’S MIST-INFUSED SHADOW, LIGHT AND DRAMA Mist-filled theatrics left Mugler’s guests in awe during the Sunday night spectacle, with dramatic staging that included cascading curtains, strobe lights and smoke machines to evoke drama. Layers of curtains fell in the revamped Lycee Carnot school atrium, watched by VIPs such as Brooklyn Beckham, where models utilized shadows and light to enhance already striking looks. Asymmetry, skin and corsetry were everywhere. Since his debut, designer Casey Cadwallader’s approach has been starkly sexy, challenging conventional fashion ideals with a hard exploration of the human form. This fall was no exception. Bras atop bare torsos paired with oversized black tuxedos. Mini dresses that clung to the body had loose, fluttering bands at the hem. Themes of concealment were prevalent, with sheer fabrics revealing nipples and strategically placed fabric sections only just providing modesty. The American designer continues to make significant waves in the Paris fashion world. This season again, he championed inclusivity, showcasing models of every ethnicity, size (including several plus-sized models), and a broad age range, highlighted by the radiant 63-year-old Farida Khelfa in a show-stopping, brilliantly vivid red fringed poncho-dress. Cadwallader’s presentations are known as events that blend performance, art and fashion, incorporating digital elements to create engaging shows that resonate with a contemporary audience, ensuring that Mugler is once more a dynamic player in today’s fashion conversation.

Paris Fashion Week: Valentino puts on opulent study in black, as McGirr unveils McQueen debut

Cannes Film Festival is incomplete without Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The actress who has been a regular at Cannes red carpet for over two decades now, made her first appearance on Thursday at the festival to interact with the press. Dressed in a shimmery green Valentino outfit, Aishwarya posed for cameras before interacting with journalists.&nbsp; 
 
A day earlier, she was spotted at the Mumbai airport, leaving for the festival with her daughter Aaradhya who has been her constant companion at the festival in the last decade.&nbsp; 
 
Fans of the star lauded her look on day one&nbsp;of Cannes. "The OG is back," wrote one user on social media. "The kind of bling we were waiting for," wrote another.&nbsp;

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Aishwarya and Aaradhya were welcomed to Cannes with flower bouquets - videos on social media showed the mother and daughter receiving a warm welcome to the French Rivera.&nbsp;

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Cannes Film Festival is incomplete without Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The actress who has been a regular at Cannes red carpet for over two decades now, made her first appearance on Thursday at the festival to interact with the press.

Cannes Film Festival is incomplete without Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The actress who has been a regular at Cannes red carpet for over two decades now, made her first appearance on Thursday at the festival to interact with the press. Dressed in a shimmery green Valentino outfit, Aishwarya posed for cameras before interacting with journalists. A day earlier, she was spotted at the Mumbai airport, leaving for the festival with her daughter Aaradhya who has been her constant companion at the festival in the last decade. Fans of the star lauded her look on day one of Cannes. "The OG is back," wrote one user on social media. "The kind of bling we were waiting for," wrote another. Presenting #AishwaryaRaiBachchan's first look at #Cannes2023 Film Festival ✨#BollywoodSpy 🕵️‍♂️ @GossipsTv pic.twitter.com/k8aapaADjw — GossipsTv(GTv) (@GossipsTv) May 18, 2023 × Goddess Goddess Goddess#AishwaryaRaiBachchan pic.twitter.com/WTTN7pcnkA — Groovy (@BibaswanM) May 18, 2023 × Aishwarya and Aaradhya were welcomed to Cannes with flower bouquets - videos on social media showed the mother and daughter receiving a warm welcome to the French Rivera. A couple of photos of #AishwaryaRaiBachchan during her arrival at @martinezhotel pic.twitter.com/62WlHtJxcy — Bewitching Bachchans (@TasnimaKTastic) May 18, 2023 × Cannes Film Festival 2023 started on May 16 and will conclude on May 27. Established in 1946, the festival serves as a platform for filmmakers to showcase their works and compete for prestigious awards including the Palme d'Or, which is the highest honour given at the festival. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Aishwarya Rai is here! Stuns in green Valentino dress in her first appearance at Cannes 2023

Valentino has became the latest fashion powerhouse to abandon real fur, in a move welcomed on Wednesday by Italian campaigners as a "nail in the coffin for the cruel fur trade".

The iconic Italian house said it would cease production at its Milan-based fur company, Valentino Polar, at the end of this year and the last collection to include fur will be the fall/winter 2021-22 season.&nbsp;

"The fur-free stance is perfectly in line with the values of our company," said Jacopo Venturini, CEO of Valentino, in a statement.

"We are moving full-steam ahead in the research for alternative materials in view of a greater attention to the environment for the upcoming collections."

The decision follows a growing number of big fashion names renouncing the use of animal fur, including Armani, Prada and Gucci.

Martina Pluda, Italy director for campaign group Humane Society International, said Valentino's decision "is a major nail in the coffin for the cruel fur trade".

"Like so many other designers, Valentino knows that using fur makes brands look outdated and out of touch, and fur industry certification schemes are little more than the hollow PR spin of an industry that kills 100 million animals for fur a year," she said.&nbsp;

Valentino has became the latest fashion powerhouse to abandon real fur, in a move welcomed on Wednesday by Italian campaigners as a "nail in the coffin for the cruel fur trade".

Valentino has became the latest fashion powerhouse to abandon real fur, in a move welcomed on Wednesday by Italian campaigners as a "nail in the coffin for the cruel fur trade". The iconic Italian house said it would cease production at its Milan-based fur company, Valentino Polar, at the end of this year and the last collection to include fur will be the fall/winter 2021-22 season. "The fur-free stance is perfectly in line with the values of our company," said Jacopo Venturini, CEO of Valentino, in a statement. "We are moving full-steam ahead in the research for alternative materials in view of a greater attention to the environment for the upcoming collections." The decision follows a growing number of big fashion names renouncing the use of animal fur, including Armani, Prada and Gucci. Martina Pluda, Italy director for campaign group Humane Society International, said Valentino's decision "is a major nail in the coffin for the cruel fur trade". "Like so many other designers, Valentino knows that using fur makes brands look outdated and out of touch, and fur industry certification schemes are little more than the hollow PR spin of an industry that kills 100 million animals for fur a year," she said.

Valentino joins growing band of fur-free designers

The Italian luxury brand issued an apology after content from a recently released campaign starring model Mitsuki Kimura (known widely as Koki) received criticism on Japanese social media platforms.

In the ad Kimura poses in heels on a piece of fabric that for many users resembled an obi, or kimono sash, that was laid on the ground. Online, commentators decried the placement of the sash as a symbol of traditional Japanese culture and the fact that it was “stomped on” by a model in shoes; some deemed the visual blasphemous.

“The fabric resembles the Japanese traditional obi and Maison Valentino deeply apologises for any offence caused,” a spokesperson said, emphasising the brand’s commitment to “nurturing a culture of equality and inclusion on a global scale.”

The spokesperson added that the campaign, which also features Korean actress Son Ye-jin and Chinese actress Guan Xiaotong, seeks to highlight a connection between global communities and cultures. 
 
The images, part of a promotional shoot for the Milan-headquartered company’s Japan spring/summer 2021 collection ‘Valentino Collezione Milano for Women’, show Koki sitting on an obi, which is traditionally made of the same material as a kimono and worn as a broad sash around the waist. 
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Other pictures show Koki, famous both as a model and for being the daughter of former boy band heartthrob Takuya Kimura of SMAP, walking on the obi in high-heel shoes and wearing shoes inside a home - a major faux pas in Japanese culture. 
 
In the ad, Koki is shown walking and standing on an obi (kimono sash) while wearing high heels. If that wasn’t enough, the obi was also draped all over the ground outside. Both of these acts are considered disrespectful.

Valentino has since removed the ad from both its official site as well as from its Instagram and YouTube.

The Italian luxury brand issued an apology after content from a recently released campaign starring model Mitsuki Kimura (known widely as Koki) received criticism on Japanese social media platforms.

The Italian luxury brand issued an apology after content from a recently released campaign starring model Mitsuki Kimura (known widely as Koki) received criticism on Japanese social media platforms. In the ad Kimura poses in heels on a piece of fabric that for many users resembled an obi, or kimono sash, that was laid on the ground. Online, commentators decried the placement of the sash as a symbol of traditional Japanese culture and the fact that it was “stomped on” by a model in shoes; some deemed the visual blasphemous. “The fabric resembles the Japanese traditional obi and Maison Valentino deeply apologises for any offence caused,” a spokesperson said, emphasising the brand’s commitment to “nurturing a culture of equality and inclusion on a global scale.” The spokesperson added that the campaign, which also features Korean actress Son Ye-jin and Chinese actress Guan Xiaotong, seeks to highlight a connection between global communities and cultures. The images, part of a promotional shoot for the Milan-headquartered company’s Japan spring/summer 2021 collection ‘Valentino Collezione Milano for Women’, show Koki sitting on an obi, which is traditionally made of the same material as a kimono and worn as a broad sash around the waist. Valentino is a racist company that makes Japanese models trample over Japanese national dress "Obi (Kimono sash)"#StopAsianHate #Valentino pic.twitter.com/EJpDrZ4wxm — Ann (@Ann142v65d) March 30, 2021 × Other pictures show Koki, famous both as a model and for being the daughter of former boy band heartthrob Takuya Kimura of SMAP, walking on the obi in high-heel shoes and wearing shoes inside a home - a major faux pas in Japanese culture. In the ad, Koki is shown walking and standing on an obi (kimono sash) while wearing high heels. If that wasn’t enough, the obi was also draped all over the ground outside. Both of these acts are considered disrespectful. Valentino has since removed the ad from both its official site as well as from its Instagram and YouTube.

Italian fashion brand Valentino criticised for disrespecting Japanese culture, issues apology

Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli went for an explosion of bold colours at Valentino's Haute Couture collection, switching from mustard yellow to fuchsia to azure with supermodel Gigi Hadid walking in purple.

Clashing textures with silks, woollen fringes and pom poms also gave the outfits a subtle complexity. Some models wore ornate beaded hats in the style of traditional tribal headpieces.

American actress Gwyneth Paltrow and models Heidi Klum and Naomi Campbell figured among the stars on the front row at the Paris runway show late on Wednesday.

Hadid sported a kimono-inspired lilac gown, complete with gemstone-encrusted white, jade and orange embroidery and a colossal bow resting askew on her shoulders.

Piccioli has been Valentino's sole creative director since 2016 but has been with the label since 1999. His bouffant dresses and vibrant use of colour have garnered the brand fresh acclaim after founder Valentino Garavani retired in 2007.

One surprise on the runway came in a green dress and glittering trench coat, as 75-year-old model Lauren Hutton wowed the crowd in four-inch mustard heels and sparkling fuchsia gloves.

The fashion house said in a note that the collection aimed to celebrate individuality, diversity and inclusivity.

After the finale, Piccioli walked the runway hand-in-hand with the team of women and seamstresses who crafted the intricate pieces.

The label's Qatari owners, investment vehicle Mayhoola, had examined plans to list Valentino on Milan's stock market, sources told Reuters in late 2017, although the company has been evasive about such plans since.

The show wrapped up this season's Couture Fashion Week, where an elite club of top-end designers show off elaborate, hand-made creations.

The event ends on Thursday as with jewellery brands presenting their high-end collections.

Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli went for an explosion of bold colours at Valentino's Haute Couture collection, switching from mustard yellow to fuchsia to azure with supermodel Gigi Hadid walking in purple.

Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli went for an explosion of bold colours at Valentino's Haute Couture collection, switching from mustard yellow to fuchsia to azure with supermodel Gigi Hadid walking in purple. Clashing textures with silks, woollen fringes and pom poms also gave the outfits a subtle complexity. Some models wore ornate beaded hats in the style of traditional tribal headpieces. American actress Gwyneth Paltrow and models Heidi Klum and Naomi Campbell figured among the stars on the front row at the Paris runway show late on Wednesday. Hadid sported a kimono-inspired lilac gown, complete with gemstone-encrusted white, jade and orange embroidery and a colossal bow resting askew on her shoulders. Piccioli has been Valentino's sole creative director since 2016 but has been with the label since 1999. His bouffant dresses and vibrant use of colour have garnered the brand fresh acclaim after founder Valentino Garavani retired in 2007. One surprise on the runway came in a green dress and glittering trench coat, as 75-year-old model Lauren Hutton wowed the crowd in four-inch mustard heels and sparkling fuchsia gloves. The fashion house said in a note that the collection aimed to celebrate individuality, diversity and inclusivity. After the finale, Piccioli walked the runway hand-in-hand with the team of women and seamstresses who crafted the intricate pieces. The label's Qatari owners, investment vehicle Mayhoola, had examined plans to list Valentino on Milan's stock market, sources told Reuters in late 2017, although the company has been evasive about such plans since. The show wrapped up this season's Couture Fashion Week, where an elite club of top-end designers show off elaborate, hand-made creations. The event ends on Thursday as with jewellery brands presenting their high-end collections.

Kimonos and colossal bows fill Valentino's colourful catwalk

In pics: Roundup of Best Looks from Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week 2019

Akshay Kumar is on vacation in Cape Town,&nbsp;South Africa.

He kickstarted his holiday with a picture of daughter&nbsp;Nitara &quot;meeting an old friend&quot; -- Valentino 2.0.&nbsp;

Valentino is the son of his house help in Cape Town.&nbsp;

&quot;Happiness Is... meeting an old friend and starting exactly where you left off :) Nitara meets Valentino 2.0,&quot; Akshay tweeted.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Akshay had introduced Valentino to his Twitter followers last year.

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After his holiday, Akshay will be promoting his upcoming movie &quot;Pad Man.&quot;&nbsp;

Pad Man has been described as a movie about a superhero who does not have superhero powers or wears a cape&nbsp;-- but who kicked off India&#39;s sanitary pad revolution.&nbsp;

The movie is inspired by Arunachalam Muruganantham, also known as India&rsquo;s &ldquo;Menstrual Man&rdquo;.

The school dropout-turned-welder invented a machine that makes inexpensive, sterilised sanitary pads, enabling low-income women to launch local businesses making and selling pads.

Akshay Kumar&#39;s wife Twinkle Khanna is a co-producer of the film.&nbsp;

The movie will release on January 26.&nbsp;

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Akshay posted a picture of daughter Nitara 'meeting an old friend' Valentino 2.0

Akshay Kumar is on vacation in Cape Town, South Africa. He kickstarted his holiday with a picture of daughter Nitara "meeting an old friend" -- Valentino 2.0. Valentino is the son of his house help in Cape Town. "Happiness Is... meeting an old friend and starting exactly where you left off :) Nitara meets Valentino 2.0," Akshay tweeted. Happiness Is... meeting an old friend and starting exactly where you left off :) Nitara meets Valentino 2.0 ?? pic.twitter.com/geGFyH1h72 — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 24, 2017 × Akshay had introduced Valentino to his Twitter followers last year. Boys & girls,meet Valentino,my house help's son here in Cape Town. Everyone's favourite in the house,he's blessed with an infectious spirit?? pic.twitter.com/5cietThAO2 — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 30, 2016 × After his holiday, Akshay will be promoting his upcoming movie "Pad Man." Pad Man has been described as a movie about a superhero who does not have superhero powers or wears a cape -- but who kicked off India's sanitary pad revolution. The movie is inspired by Arunachalam Muruganantham, also known as India’s “Menstrual Man”. The school dropout-turned-welder invented a machine that makes inexpensive, sterilised sanitary pads, enabling low-income women to launch local businesses making and selling pads. Akshay Kumar's wife Twinkle Khanna is a co-producer of the film. The movie will release on January 26.

Holidaying in South Africa, Akshay Kumar understands what happiness is

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