H&M unveils collaboration with Giambattista Valli
H&M has unveiled its latest designer collaboration which this time is with Giambattista Valli.
The news was revealed at the amfAR gala in Cannes where Valli and H&M’s creative advisor Ann-Sofie Johansson walked the red carpet with Kendall Jenner, Chris Lee (Li Yuchun), Chiara Ferragni, H.E.R., Bianca Brandolini d’Adda and Ross Lynch.
The stars were dressed in pieces from a limited-edition pre-drop collection from the range.
The items showcased on the red carpet will be available in 12 stores and on online from 25 May then the main Giambattista Valli x H&M collection will launch worldwide on 7 November.
Johansson said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Giambattista Valli. He is the undisputed master of haute couture with a knack for the memorable silhouette. To be able to bring his signature styles to our customers is a dream come true. We can’t wait to see their reactions to this beautiful collection.”
Born and raised in Rome, Valli launched his namesake line in Paris in 2005. His collections now include ready-to-wear items, haute couture and accessories. The collaboration with H&M is the first of its kind for Valli and also marks the designer’s first foray into menswear.
