Following his passing at the age of 93, renowned fashion designer Valentino Garavani received poignant tributes from Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner. On Monday, the reality TV stars, who were close friends with the late designer, used Instagram to honor him and commemorate his enduring influence in the fashion industry. Their posts, along with those of Gwyneth Paltrow, Cindy Crawford, and Sarah Jessica Parker, were part of a wave of tributes from Hollywood and the international fashion world. Kim posted a number of photos of her intimate times with the designer on her Instagram Stories.
In one picture, Kim was wearing a flowing white suit while Garavani, who was wearing a traditional black suit with a red-patterned pocket square, was deep in conversation with her. She used an emoji of a shattered heart as the caption for the picture. “My dear Valentino. She wrote, “You were magical, so special,” as the photo’s description. I’m grateful for your magic. Alongside the pictures, she wrote, “Rest in peace.” In an emotional Instagram post, Kris Jenner also paid tribute to the late designer, calling him a beloved friend and a fashion icon. “To a real legend, rest in peace. Beyond just being a fashion star, Valentino was a visionary, an artist, a genius, and a true gentleman. She added, “His extraordinary talent, timeless elegance, and dedication to beauty shaped the fashion world forever.” “He was also a dear friend to us,” Kris Jenner continued. He was loving, giving, compassionate, and very precious to our family. Jenner said, “We are incredibly appreciative of the love, memories, and amazing legacy he leaves behind.” “Valentino, you will be sorely missed.”
