“Valentino: Master of Couture” – A New Exhibition

After starring in an eye-opening and utterly infectious study on film of his life and work followed by a series of smartly curated museum exhibitions comes the latest celebration of Valentino at the Somerset House

From hand painted haute couture dresses created late in his career to Julia Robert’s graphic vintage Valentino dress she infamously wore to the Oscar’s, expect to see a bevy of the dressmakers finest creations on hand for a truly inspirational experience.

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Along with other handmade creations worn by illustrious patrons including Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren and Gwyneth Paltrow, 130 dresses make for a bulk of the curated lot spanning the designer’s 50 year-long career.

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And with our renewed interest in all things Valentino, from the designers at the storied labels helm right now to the Valentino’s own hand at creating ultra-glamorous dresses rife with exquisite beauty and craftsmanship, this will be one show we won’t want to miss.

A Spring 2005 Boldini-style beauty

Valentino & Natalia Vodianova

Valentino: Master of Couture An Exhibition at Somerset House, November 2012 to 3 March 2013

A Preview of the dresses that will be on hand: