Valentino Garavani, better known simply as Valentino, is one of the most famous designers in the world: the earnings and net worth of this true fashion icon.
How much does Valentino earn? This is always a timely question, considering we’re talking about one of the most renowned and celebrated designers in the world, a true icon of fashion and the much-vaunted Made in Italy label.
Valentino Garavani is known for the timeless elegance of his creations, dressing celebrities, princesses, and leading ladies around the world with a classic, feminine, and sophisticated style.
His success is due to his use of the iconic "Valentino red," a deep shade of red that has become his trademark, on par with his elegant evening gowns and haute couture dresses, often rich in tailored details but always understated and refined.
At the same time, this fame has also brought Valentino considerable earnings, with the designer recently suffering a robbery attempt while at his villa on the Appian Way in Rome: two people who entered the estate’s garden were chased away by a security guard who fired a shot in the air, scaring them away.
Let’s see how much Valentino Garavani’s net worth is, taking a look at his earnings and the investments he has made, especially in real estate.
Valentino’s Net Worth: How Much Does He Earn
Thanks to his success, Valentino Garavani is considered not only one of the symbols of fashion—especially Italian fashion—but also one of the richest designers in the world.
According to some online estimates, Valentino’s net worth is currently over $1.5 billion, with his earnings deriving from a mix of factors.
First came the money from the sale of his Valentino brand in 1998 to HDP for $300 million, which was then passed to Marzotto Group and finally to Qatar Mayhoola for Investments in 2012.
Despite the sale, the designer retained royalties and consulting contracts until his official retirement in 2008; however, he continued to earn income from image rights and collaborations.
Over the years, Valentino has also made several investments, especially in real estate. In addition to the Villa La Vignola in Rome, mentioned above due to the attempted theft, he also owns the Castle of Wideville just outside Paris, a chalet in Switzerland in Gstaad—his winter residence frequented by celebrities, aristocrats, and billionaires—as well as apartments in London and New York.
These properties are estimated to be worth more than €100 million in total, but we must not forget that Valentino also owns a multimillion-dollar art collection with classic and modern works.
Valentino’s Biography
Valentino Garavani—born on May 11, 1932 in Voghera in Lombardy—is one of the greatest Italian designers in history and a true icon of international elegance. From a young age, he showed a strong passion for fashion and moved to Paris to study at the École de la Chambre Syndicale de la Couture, the school where the great talents of haute couture are trained.
After some experiences at French fashion houses such as Jacques Fath and Guy Laroche, Valentino returned to Italy and in 1960 founded his fashion house in Rome, together with his partner and life partner Giancarlo Giammetti. His official debut on the international scene took place in 1962 in Florence, a city that hosted Italy’s most important fashion shows at the time.
Valentino’s fashion immediately established itself for its classic elegance, impeccable tailoring, and recurring use of a deep shade of red, destined to become the famous "Valentino red." His clientele quickly became a global elite: among his muses and most loyal clients were Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, and Sophia Loren.
In 2008, after a career spanning nearly fifty years, Valentino retired from the catwalk, greeted with a spectacular final show in Paris. Despite his retirement, he continued to be a leading figure in the world of luxury and art. The documentary Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008) successfully chronicled his life, his creativity, and his relationship with Giammetti.
Valentino today lives among his splendid residences in Rome, Paris, London, and Gstaad, surrounded by art, beauty, and a legacy that has defined Italian style worldwide. His house, even after his departure, remains a symbol of excellence in the high fashion scene.
Original article published on Money.it Italy. Original title: Il patrimonio di Valentino Garavani, ecco quanti soldi ha lo stilista
