Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, whose clothes adorned celebrities, died at the age of 83

Roberto Cavalli, the founder of the Italian fashion house whose bold and intricate designs were worn by Taylor Swift, Madonna, Beyoncé and other A-listers, has died at the age of 83. His death was announced on Instagram on Friday. He founded his company in 1970.

Fausto Puglisi, the brand's creative director, said in a statement: "Dear Roberto, you may no longer be physically with us, but I know I will always feel your spirit with me. Working under you has been the greatest honor of my career.

Building on the legacy and for the brand you founded with such vision and style.Her designs were recognizable for their bold prints inspired by zebras, jaguars, cheetahs and more.

In February, during Milan Fashion Week, the brand launched its Fall/Winter 2024-25 collection, designed by Puglisi and featuring marble-inspired prints that were described as "symbolizing metamorphosis", with the polychrome marbles representing and inspiring a woman's readiness for transformation