The fashion world is mourning the loss of legendary designer Roberto Cavalli, who passed away at the age of 83. Cavalli was known for his bold and innovative designs that pushed the boundaries of traditional fashion. His use of exotic prints, luxurious fabrics, and intricate embellishments made him a favorite among celebrities and fashionistas alike.
Cavalli's career spanned over five decades, during which he created iconic pieces that defined an era. From his signature animal prints to his glamorous evening gowns, Cavalli's creations were always in high demand on the red carpet and in high-end boutiques around the world.
Born in Florence on Nov. 15, 1940, from a family of artists, Cavalli was orphaned of his father at just four years old, as he was killed in a Nazi roundup known as the Cavriglia massacre in 1944.
Cavalli became renowned in the early 1970s for his animal prints and an excessive style that remained his trademark throughout his long career.
The Italian-born designer became renowned in the early 1970s for his animal prints and for a sexy style that remained his trademark throughout his long career.
The company named after Cavalli shared its condolences with his family. “His legacy remains a constant source of inspiration,” said Sergio Azzolari, CEO at the Roberto Cavalli fashion house.
His designs were recognizable for their bold prints inspired by zebras, jaguars, cheetahs and more. In February, the during Milan Fashion Week, the brand debuted its fall/winter 2024-25 collection, designed by Puglisi and featuring marble-inspired prints that were called an "ode to metamorphosis, with polychrome marbles representing and inspiring a woman's readiness to transform, evolve, and reinterpret herself."
The company named after Cavalli shared its condolences with his family. "The Roberto Cavalli company shares condolences with Mr. Cavalli's family loss. "His legacy remains a constant source of inspiration," said Sergio Azzolari, CEO at the Roberto Cavalli fashion house.
Cavalli told The Associated Press in an interview that the woman he dressed was “a woman who believes a lot in herself. A woman who can show she is strong but at the same time soft and romantic.”
Cavalli is survived by model Sandra Nilsson, who has been his partner since 2014, and six children. He became the father of his sixth child a the age of 82.
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