Unlike most boys growing up, Valentino Garavani never wanted to be a fireman, a policeman, a forest ranger, or an airline pilot.

Superb production honouring the legendary fashion designer Valentino, with a text by Vogue's editor Andre Leon Talley.

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Through text and image alike, this enchanting book captures the essence of Valentino's eternal self-renewing search for beauty and richness, qualities that have always been part of Roman life.

Examines the life and work of Italian fashion desinger Valentino Garavani.