Valentino exhibition at Somerset House: Valentino: Master of Couture

THE fashion set are eagerly awaiting the launch of the Valentino exhibition at Somerset House later this month, and there is a preview to share with you. The retrospective homage to the Italian designer will focus on his couture creations - from famous red carpet dresses to examining the design process inside his atelier. The vintage gown worn by Julia Roberts to accept her Best Actress Oscar features, as does previously unseen imagery from Garavani's personal archives - alongside beautiful pictures of the designer posing with muse and model, Natalie Vodianova.

Valentino: Master of Couture will run from November 29, 2012 until March 3, 2013; from 10pm - 6pm daily - with late night access until 9pm on Thursdays, somersethouse.org.uk