With the passing of Roberto Cavalli, we turn the page on a significant chapter in the history of fashion. The news of his death, which occurred on April 12 in Florence at the age of 83, cast a veil of sadness in the world of fashion, where Cavalli reigned as the undisputed sovereign of design and creative inspiration.
The Roberto Cavalli brand, synonymous with bold animal prints, has remained inextricably linked to its founder, who created it in the 1970s and who, despite having left the leadership of the Maison in 2015, continued to be the inspiring soul of the brand. Cavalli's impact on the world of fashion has spanned several generations, and his work has led the House to unparalleled heights of success.
From his visionary haute couture and ready-to-wear collections to the broad branches of his empire that included menswear, the younger Just Cavalli line, to the refined Roberto Cavalli Home, Cavalli explored and mastered every aspect of design, leaving a legacy of unmistakable beauty and innovation.
In the last hours of his life, next to him were his partner Sandra Nilsson and his youngest son, Giorgio, a name chosen by the designer in memory of his father, a life cut short too soon by the cruelty of war. Cavalli's personal history is intertwined with his professional legacy; a life of passions, encounters and creations that have radically transformed the fashion industry.
The Maison Cavalli, now under the creative direction of Fausto Puglisi, continues with the innovation and dedication to luxury that have always characterized the brand. Puglisi, who was able to reinvent the brand while keeping its original spirit intact, pays homage to the great master: "The greatest honor of my career is to work under your legacy", he wrote in a touching note on Instagram.
With the passing of Roberto Cavalli, not only does an era come to an end, but the continuity of a name that will always remain synonymous with style, audacity and timeless beauty is also affirmed. His spirit will continue to be a beacon of inspiration for those in the world of fashion who aspire to follow in the footsteps of a true innovator.
Rest in peace, Roberto Cavalli. Your art will live eternally in the hearts and creations of those who continue to walk the path you have illuminated.