Which 5 European Brands Are Most Similar To Valentino?

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If you’re a fan of Valentino, there are several similar European brands that you can also shop from.

1. Yves Saint Laurent – French luxury fashion house

Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé were contemporaries of Valentino’s and the brands’ current collections follow similar motifs.

Also known as Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent is a French luxury fashion house founded by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre BergéAlso known as Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent is a French luxury fashion house founded by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé

The interlocking ‘YSL’ logo is as recognizable as the Valentino ‘V’. The Parisian fashion house uses the same smooth leathers and classic silhouettes as Valentino.

2. Gucci – Italian luxury fashion house

Gucci is an alternative to Valentino if you want Italian tailoring with a little more color and streetwear to it.

Gucci is a luxury fashion house founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci in Florence, TuscanyGucci is a luxury fashion house founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci in Florence, Tuscany

The fundamental difference between the two is that Gucci produces more capsule collections than Valentino and their ‘GG’ monogram is more ‘in your face’ than Valentino’s simplistic ‘V’.

3. Versace – Italian luxury fashion company

Another contemporary of Valentino Garavani was Versace, which takes the Italian style and gives it a vibrant color scheme.

Versace is an Italian luxury fashion company and trade name founded by Gianni Versace in 1978Versace is an Italian luxury fashion company and trade name founded by Gianni Versace in 1978

With its Medusa head logo, Versace isn’t afraid to blend bold prints with the latest trends.

4. Christian Dior – French luxury fashion house

If you enjoy Valentino and want something a little more ladylike, Dior is the perfect brand for you.

Christian Dior is a French luxury fashion house founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian DiorChristian Dior is a French luxury fashion house founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian Dior

Dior is one of the few labels that can rival Valentino’s royal connections.

5. Balenciaga – French luxury fashion house

Balenciaga is similar to Valentino, and the brand is one that Valentino Garavani had considered an apprenticeship with.

Currently based in Paris, Balenciaga is a luxury fashion house founded in 1917 by Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga in San Sebastian, SpainCurrently based in Paris, Balenciaga is a luxury fashion house founded in 1917 by Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga in San Sebastian, Spain

Although Balenciaga is considerably older than the Valentino brand, their pieces have a younger feel than Valentino’s.