As stars wear black at Valentino’s funeral, tributes are dressed in red

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lauren CochraneJanuary 23, 2026 at 03:24 PM

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Valentino Garavani's funeral was held in Rome, with most mourners dressed in black as a sign of respect. However, some attendees chose to pay tribute to the designer by wearing red, a color closely associated with him. Donatella Versace wore a bright red suit when visiting Valentino's body at his funeral, while Anna Wintour and Tom Ford also attended in black attire. Damian Hurley, son of Elizabeth Hurley, accessorized with a bright red scarf. The distinctive shade of red has been a hallmark of Valentino's designs since the 1950s, including his debut collection "Fiesta" featuring a scarlet gown. The color was chosen for its ability to work across various skin tones and create a luminous effect.

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Charlie Porter 40% Somerset House 40% Damian Hurley 50% Rome 50% Elizabeth Hurley 50% Alistair O'Neill ×250% Anne Hathaway 60% Anna Wintour 60% Tom Ford ×260% Vogue Italia ×370% Donatella Versace ×270% Valentino Garavani ×295%

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Rome

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