Roberto Cavalli, the Italian designer known for his glamorous designs and animal prints, his company, has died announced in a social media post on Friday.
Cavalli was 83 years old.
“It is with great sadness that we say goodbye today to our founder Roberto Cavalli,” the Instagram post said.
“From humble beginnings in Florence, Roberto managed to become a globally recognized name, loved and respected by all. Naturally talented and creative, Roberto believed that everyone can discover and nurture the artist within themselves. Roberto Cavalli’s legacy will live on through his creativity, his love of nature and through his family that he loved”, it said.
In the comments to the post, Fausto Puglisi, creative director of Roberto Cavalli since October 2020, and Sergio Azzolari, CEO of Roberto Cavalli, shared their thoughts on Cavalli’s passing.
“Dear Roberto, you may no longer be physically here with us, but I know I will always feel your spirit with me. It is the greatest honor of my career to work under your legacy and create for the brand you founded with so much vision and style,” said Puglisi.
He added: “Rest in peace, you will be missed and you are loved by so many that your name will live on, a beacon of inspiration to others, and especially to me.”
Azzolari said the company “shares condolences for the loss of Mr. Cavalli’s family.”
“His legacy continues to be a constant source of inspiration,” said Azzolari.
The post included a slideshow of quotes from the famous designer.
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