FOUNDER and former Creative Director of the Maison Valentino, Mr. Valentino Garavani, will be honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award this year as British Fashion Council announces. His iconic body of work will be lionised on Monday 4th December at the Royal Albert Hall, London.
Mr. Valentino Garavani for Oustanding Achievement Award @ Fashion Awards 2023
Held by the BFC, Fashion Awards 2023 are the primary fundraiser for the BFC Foundation. The show invites its attendees to celebrate the role of fashion at the junction of culture and entertainment, whilst still creating a spotlight for those creative talents to share their stories from the past year.
Mr. Valentino Garavani for Oustanding Achievement Award @ Fashion Awards 2023
Best known for his wonders in the world of couture and red carpet gowns, Mr. Valentino is esteemed globally for his nearly 50 years as a designer.
With experience constructing garments for some of the most influential actresses, society ladies and politicians, it’s no doubt why his craft is often cemented as a legend in haute couture.
Mr. Valentino Garavani for Oustanding Achievement Award @ Fashion Awards 2023
“It is a tremendous honour to receive the Outstanding Achievement Award. Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to witness the transformative power of fashion and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities I have had.
To be honoured in London, one of my most beloved cities, makes this momentous occasion even more special. I am truly humbled, and I hope to continue to inspire future generations of designers to challenge conventional norms and wholeheartedly embrace innovation, beauty, and glamour.” – Mr. Valentino Garavani
Mr. Valentino Garavani for Oustanding Achievement Award @ Fashion Awards 2023
Since his debut collection in 1962, designs have featured bold colours, rich and innovative fabrics, intricate embroidery, masterful draping, and unblemished craftsmanship, captivating fashion’s most elite participants.
With the striking Valentino Red, the legacy of his long reign continues throughout today’s society with ease, even after his retirement in 2008, making this old Hollywood fever dream the most deserving of this year’s award.
by Alicia Tomkinson