Valentino, Tulle petals gown 2009 at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

{Art/Fashion Highlight}: Valentino Retrospective

February 16, 2011

Looking at couture gowns is a fascinating (wow, how can a dress so amazingly capture the 1980s), informative (did you know Jackie O. wore a simple Valentino tunic for her second wedding), to sad (oh my to think how many paychecks it would take to actually purchase a gown) experience.
Valentino Chronology at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

A few girlfriends and I attended the Valentino retrospective and it was nice to have my own fashion fix since I am currently 9000 miles away from NYFW!  I definitely recommend checking out this collection if it comes into your area.

Here are a few highlights of the exhibit:
Valentino red and rosettes (2003)..
Valentino, Taffeta Rosette 2003 at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

…unbelievable workmanship with tulle petals (2009)

Valentino, Tulle petals gown 2009 at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

…unexpected volume and lacquered lace (2009)
Valentino, Chrysalis lacquered lace gown 2009 at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living Valentino, mask work with Oiesaux de nuit, 2009 at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

…Julia Roberts’ Oscar gown (1992)
Valentino Julia Roberts gown for oscar win 2001, 1992 Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

…Jackie O’s wedding gown (1968)
Valentino Jackie O crepe tunic worn for wedding at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living Valentino Jackie O crepe tunic detail worn for wedding at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

There are a few more pictures of gowns worn by Audrey Hepburn and some other favorites on Flickr here if you’re interested in checking it out!

Valentino signature red and bows at Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living Valentino exit Valentino Retrospective - by Chic n Cheap Living

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  • Kristin Hjellegjerde February 16, 2011 at 08:45

    How gorgeous, what a dream to wear one of these gowns and with a purpose!
    Have a lovely day:)“

  • Chocolate Lover February 16, 2011 at 09:16

    Wow! How beautiful those gowns are!

  • The white cabbage February 16, 2011 at 09:48

    thanks for your kind comment !

    what’s about Valentino? His red dresses ?…just a dream!

    ciao ave

  • Krystal February 16, 2011 at 11:46

    I really like these! that laquered lace dress rocks.

  • livingwithstyle February 16, 2011 at 12:12

    Valentino can do no wrong! Have you seen? http://www.valentinomovie.com/

  • LifeasKristina February 16, 2011 at 13:43

    WOW-gorgeous!!!!!! Those last 2-die!

  • very married February 16, 2011 at 13:50

    ooo! i wanna check out those Hepburn gowns!

  • Emilie February 16, 2011 at 14:34

    Awesome!

  • Kim February 16, 2011 at 14:54

    The red dress is stunning! What a fun exhibit – I’ll definitely be checking out the rest of your photos.

  • Bella @Bellgetsreal February 16, 2011 at 15:56

    Oh I love Jackie O’s wedding dress. Gorgeous.

  • Shop N' Chomp February 16, 2011 at 16:08

    Oh I remember that gown Julia Roberts wore!

    (Oh yeah, crazy stuff…maybe try Hulu.com?)

  • Couture Carrie February 16, 2011 at 16:30

    Amazing exhibit!
    Fabulous photos!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE February 16, 2011 at 18:13

    What an amazing exhibit! I would go in a second 🙂

  • Debby February 16, 2011 at 18:50

    Oh, how fun and sounds like a perfect event to attend with the girls!! xo

  • Sabrina O. February 16, 2011 at 19:05

    Gorgeous! I love that red dress!
    x

  • tanvii.com February 16, 2011 at 19:45

    Wow! What a collection. All in one place! 🙂

  • honey my heart February 16, 2011 at 20:25

    oh wow. what a beautiful exhibit! i’ve always admired julia roberts’ dress, and the tulle feather one is another fave 🙂

  • Julie and Lauren February 16, 2011 at 20:45

    So beautiful! I love that Jackie O wore Valentino. How chic.
    Newest follower xoxo

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  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' February 16, 2011 at 21:17

    *sigh* gorgeous!

  • Alycia (Crowley Party) February 16, 2011 at 22:00

    the rosette red dress…. *swoon*

  • FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION February 16, 2011 at 22:10

    So gorgeous…his designs are the epitome of classic and chic! xo

  • vodkasoup.com February 16, 2011 at 22:51

    The red dress is stunning, it’s my dream dress…

  • this free bird February 16, 2011 at 23:24

    oh my gosh what a treat. the tulle petals are so beautiful!! i would have been stuck to the glass case.

  • Brunch at Saks February 17, 2011 at 06:21

    Oh my goodness- literally hyperventilating over that red dress and the one directly below it! SO gorgeous! Thank you for sharing this!

    Hugs xoxo 🙂

  • cyclicalunemployment February 17, 2011 at 11:01

    how gorgeous! I want to get some of my friends together and go drool at the exhibits right now. thank you for sharing

  • Bren Herrera February 19, 2011 at 01:19

    that 2nd and 3rd gown are drool-worthy! wow! I loooove them! ooow!

    Bren-
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