New Delhi, Jan. 20 -- Valentino Garavani passed away on 19 January in his Rome home. He was 93. The legendary Italian fashion designer breathed his last from natural causes.

Valentino founded his fashion house in 1959 in Rome. What began as a small atelier grew into a global luxury brand. The label expanded into haute couture, ready-to-wear clothing, handbags, shoes, eyewear, perfumes and licensed products sold worldwide.

His designs focused on elegance rather than fast trends. The brand is known for fine tailoring, romantic shapes and the famous "Valentino red".

Valentino Garavani used to dress royalty, political leaders and Hollywood stars. His clients included Jacqueline Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, Julia Roberts, Cate Blanchett and A...