No brand captures the drama and allure of Italian fashion quite like Roberto Cavalli.
In the years since, he has done just that and more.
His revival of the brand into a global powerhouse has been nothing short of remarkable.
Fausto Puglisi, Marta Oldrini
A visit to the site as a child left a lasting impression and created an enduring source of inspiration.
The resulting collection was magnificent: a celebration of energy and power.
On Friday night, Puglisi hosted a glittering dinner at theHotel Principe Di Savoiain partnership with Vogue100.
Bruno Bugiani and Kenneth Pope ofManifesto Flowerstransformed the ballroom with towering arrangements of roses and orchids.
Painted ferns and vines stretched across the sky-blue ceiling, echoing the famous frescoes preserved by the eruption.
Crystal chandeliers shimmered, reflecting the warm glow of the candelabras that lined the tables.
Vogue ItaliasMarta Oldrini co-hosted the affair, standing alongside Puglisi as he held court with infectious warmth.
The designer radiated the same white-hot charisma that his creations exude on the runway.
As they sipped Champagne in their Cavalli looks, attendees showcased the brands versatility.
The diverse mix of womenfrom pop stars to plastic surgeonsproved Puglisis talent for bringing out the goddess in anyone.
After guests sat for dinner, Puglisi rose to address the revelers.
Italian VogueandAmerican Voguerepresent so much to me, he said.
When I was a kid, I asked my grandfather forAmerican Vogue.
It was an obsession.
The dinner, fueled by laughter and conversation, stretched on late into the night.
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Ninoska Vasqueza
Lilia Zeldis
Mohammad Aqra
Lilly Sisto
