VALENTINO GARAVANI | Introducing the Noir Capsule Collection

VALENTINO GARAVANI

Featuring Black from the 2012-13 Autumn/Winter Collection

The Noir Capsule Collection Arrives

Valentino's 2012-13 Autumn/Winter Ready-to-Wear collection introduces the Noir Capsule Collection, expressed entirely in the key color black. It will be available in Japan from Wednesday, September 26th at the Imperial Hotel Boutique, and from Sunday, October 20th at the Nagoya Boutique.

Text by YANAKA Tomomi

The Beauty of Black, Enhanced by the Subtle Gleam of Studs

Black was proposed as the key color by Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli for the 2012-13 Autumn/Winter Ready-to-Wear collection. The Noir Capsule Collection, featuring this ultimate color that encompasses all others, will be available in the accessories collection.

The items include rocker-style shoes and bags, clutches, leather cuffs, and gloves, all rendered in black. Crafted from nuanced materials such as supple nappa leather, python, haircalf, ostrich, and patent leather, these pieces are adorned with ruthenium studs and Swarovski details, their subtle gleam enhancing the beauty of black.

Bag [W24.5 ×H13.5 ×D8cm] ¥388,500

Bag [W18.5 ×H11.5 ×D6cm] ¥386,400

The Noir Capsule Collection, blending Valentino's signature elegance with boldness, will be available at the Imperial Hotel Boutique from Wednesday, September 26th to Wednesday, October 17th, and at the Nagoya Boutique from Saturday, October 20th to Friday, November 9th. While black is a versatile color, this accessory collection will serve as a striking accent to your autumn/winter wardrobe. Discover your favorite piece early.

Valentino Imperial Hotel Boutique
※From Wednesday, September 26th to Wednesday, October 17th
Tel. 03-6268-8180

Valentino Nagoya Boutique
※From Saturday, October 20th to Friday, November 9th
Tel. 052-485-4760

Valentino Information Desk
Tel. 03-6384-3512
http://www.valentino.com/